Grant at Medmerry
Athelstan granted Bishop Beornheah land at Medmerry with woodland and meadow in Sussex.
Historical events in 930
11 historical records
April 9302 historical events
Grant at Sandford
Athelstan granted Bishop Eadulf and the community of Crediton three hides at Sandford.
Grant at Clifton upon Teme
A charter records Athelstan granting land at Clifton upon Teme to Worcester minster.
Grant at Dumbleton
A charter records Athelstan granting Abbot Cynath land at Dumbleton and neighbouring estates.
London Peace Guild Ordinances
London bishops, reeves, nobles, and commoners organised collective measures for pursuing thieves and protecting property.
Minimum Execution Age
Later Athelstan legislation raised the minimum age for execution after concern about killing very young offenders.
Collection of Sacred Relics
Athelstan collected prestigious religious relics and distributed many to churches and loyal followers.
Fosterage of Hakon
Norwegian tradition states that Athelstan fostered Hakon, a son of Harald Fairhair, at the English court.
Gift of Gospel Book to Saint Augustines
An inscription records Athelstan presenting a Gospel book to Saint Augustine’s Abbey at Canterbury.
Patronage of Malmesbury
Athelstan gave lands, relics, and other gifts to Malmesbury, where he maintained a close religious connection.
Marriage
Marries Edith, daughter of Edward the Elder