History: Art and About: Eynsford Castle – An Overlooked Gem
Course details
Course code
Q00014851Course date
Number of classes
1 sessionsTimetable
Tutor
Laurie JohnstonFee range
How you'll learn
Venue
Eynsford Castle (Dartford)Eynsford Castle
High Street, Eynsford
Dartford
DA4 0AA
Level of study
Entry Levels 1,2,3: If you have never studied this subject before and you’re not confident in your skills, Entry levels are a good starting point.
Level 1: Covers basic skills and knowledge needed for this subject
Level 2: Building on basic knowledge or experience. Similar to Grade 4/ C at GCSE or O level in England or Standards in Scotland.
Level 3: Learn about the topic in-depth and have a broad range of skills. Independent working Equivalent to an A level in England or Higher in Scotland.
Beginners: A perfect introduction if you have no experience and skills in this subject.
Improvers: The next step if you have basic skills or knowledge but want to progress them further.
Advanced: Build on the solid experience and skills you have in this subject, applying your skills and knowledge in a more complex way.
Course overview
Course description
On this site visit to a very pretty ruin in a very pretty Kent village we will consider several key questions. Why is Eynsford important? Does it show signs of outside influence in its military architecture or is it a response to necessity. What does it tell us about the nature of Anglo-Norman England? Is it a building reflecting turbulent times? Does its later history tell us something profound about the changing nature of late medieval society? Why build it? Can we discern fear of rebellion, Viking incursion and/or land grabs? Do we see the later influence of Stephen and Matilda’s Civil War? Why build it here? It is clearly on an important river traffic route but was there an earlier building here that influenced its construction? Is it a unique castle? Eynsford is a very early circular stone castle and as such represents a clear development in military technology from the time of the Conquest. Do later changes to the Hall and living apartments indicate changes in domestic arrangements that point at wider societal changes? Finally, what does the changing opinion on its nature and history tell us about archaeological and historical processes. Will be telling a different story about the castle in the future?
-
What financial support is available?
-
We don't want anything to stand in your way when it comes to bringing Adult learning within reach so if you need anything to support you to achieve your goals then speak to one of our education experts during your enrolment journey. Most of our courses are government funded but if you don't qualify or need alternative financial help to access them then let us know.
-
What other support is available?
-
All of our digital content, teaching and learning activities and assessments are designed to be accessible so if you need any additional support you can discuss this with the education experts during your enrolment journey and we will do all we can to make sure you have optimal access.