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Thousands of medieval enthusiasts have flocked to the University of Leeds for the largest humanities research conference in Europe, featuring fighting knights, music and rare works by JRR Tolkien.

Thousands of medievalists have come to the British city of Leeds to take part in the 2024 International Medieval Congress. One of the largest conferences in medieval studies, this year’s theme is ‘Crisis’.

Europe’s largest Medieval celebration takes place in Leeds, with a new virtual platform that will enable speakers and audience members from all around the world to participate live.

Chapel FM in Seacroft, Leeds is to broadcast Thursday's International Medieval Congress virtual disco.

Europe’s largest medieval studies conference is back for 2021 – and this year’s event focuses on "climates".

From the plague to coronavirus - how does the past inform the future? Medieval experts share insight ahead of the world’s largest medieval congress

From the plague to coronavirus - how does the past inform the future? Medieval experts share insight ahead of the world’s largest medieval congress

International Medieval Congress Director, Axel Müller, has been chosen for the Robert L. Kindrick – CARA Award for Outstanding Service to Medieval Studies by the Medieval Academy of America (MAA).

Mixing the past with the present: Medievalists go digital with new event app, as Europe’s largest medieval congress goes virtual.

Whilst the University of Leeds is bringing its rich medieval history into the present day, much of its language and phrases are still commonly used in conversation today. Working with the team at the International Medieval Congress, MEETinLEEDS has outlined the top five medieval phrases that remain popular.

Leeds is about to travel back in time. For the 26th year, the International Medieval Congress is coming to the University of Leeds – bringing medieval experts together for a series of discussions, demonstrations and debates.