Uncover the everyday life of a medieval English town through the East Riding’s people and practices.
This book surveys work, worship, and entertainment to reveal how towns like Hull and Beverley shaped life in the Middle Ages and beyond. You’ll see how guilds governed trades, how public life intertwined with religion, and how local figures left a lasting mark on the region.
From wages and hours to urban amusements, the narrative builds a concrete picture of a busy, evolving community. It explains how trade, navigation, and social structures connected ordinary workers with the wider world, while also highlighting the town’s distinctive institutions and traditions.
- How medieval wages and labor fit into a larger economy
- The role of religious and social gilds in town life
- The way plays and pageants brought performance to the streets
- The function of Hull Trinity House and local civic duties
Ideal for readers of local history, regional culture, and the everyday life of medieval towns.