British Museum2 days agoBayeux Tapestry in 'wonderful state' after journey to London, French minister says The French culture minister has told the BBC that the Bayeux Tapestry is in "a wonderful state".2 days ago2 days agoDonning protective kit for a first glance at the Bayeux TapestryThe 70m-long 11th Century embroidery is to go on display at the British Museum, after it arrived in from France last week.2 days ago10 Jul 2026Historic Bayeux Tapestry arrives at British MuseumThe 70-metre embroidery arrived at the museum in the dead of night under police guard.10 Jul 202610 Jul 2026Watch: Historic Bayeux Tapestry arrives at British MuseumThe 70-metre embroidery arrived at the museum in the dead of night under police guard.10 Jul 202610 Jul 2026Bayeux Tapestry arrives in UK for first time in 900 years under police guardThe famous artefact depicting events leading up to the Norman Conquest of England will go on display in September.10 Jul 202616 Jun 2026Detectorists frustrated after treasures go missingMetal detectorists say they were left scrambling for answers after handing finds to authorities.16 Jun 202628 May 2026British Museum postpones Jewish Culture Month event over protest fearsThe Campaign Against Antisemitism says the decision marked a "victory" for the "antisemitic mob".28 May 202628 Apr 2026Antiquities dealer who exposed British Museum thefts dies aged 61Dr Ittai Gradel made global headlines after exposing the thefts of many artefacts from the British Museum.28 Apr 202617 Apr 2026Rare textile dye books to be preserved with grantA former mill is awarded almost £250,000 for a project to preserve historical dye ledgers.17 Apr 2026...
