Jonathan Bennett
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Where else might the Vikings have landed in America?
L’Anse aux Meadows remains the only confirmed Norse settlement in North America. But where else might the Vikings have visited?1 day ago — History -
Schoolchildren unearth possible Viking church on Orkney field trip
Gordonstoun School pupils appear to have identified a 1,000-year-old Norse structure on the tiny island of Swona.2 days ago — News -
Mass graves found near Hamar in eastern Norway
The cemetery was likely used in the 11th-12th century and is believed to contain Christian burials.1 week ago — News -
Archeologists investigate Grønhaug burial mound for first time in 124 years
The site on the island of Karmøy could have links to King Harald Fairhair’s manor at Avaldsnes.4 weeks ago — News -
The Viking Herald is going on vacation + 2026 half-term report
In the first half of the year we changed ownership, became a 100% reader-funded publication and, of course, wrote a lot of articles about the Vikings.1 month ago — News -
Ten Viking-themed destinations for the 2026 summer holidays
Suggestions and tips for making the most of your vacation with a few Viking excursions.1 month ago — News -
Norway’s World Cup team welcomed home with Viking row led by Crown Prince
The quarter-finalists return as history makers after a campaign that featured a famous victory over Brazil and heroic defeat to England.1 month ago — News -
“An enjoyable trip”: Gokstad shipbuilders sail Viking ship to retrieve giant oak trees
The Oseberg Viking Heritage Foundation shipbuilding team enjoyed the perfect Sunday outing.1 month ago — News -
Are Alfred the Great's bones lurking in a UK car park?
The remains of the Anglo-Saxon king and scourge of the Vikings have been missing for many centuries.1 month ago — News -
Erling Haaland leads Viking rowing celebration in Norway's World Cup victory over Brazil
The Norwegians have made the quarter-finals for the first time in the history of the competition.1 month ago — News