The National Archives
MyPage (not signed in)
Search The National Archives
Advanced search

Home of Domesday

 

Domesday Book is a detailed survey of the land held by William the Conqueror and his people - the earliest surviving public record and a hugely important historical resource. You can search and download images from Domesday Book.

Search Domesday for your town or village


Discover Domesday

An excerpt from Bedfordshire entry in Great DomesdayFind out why Domesday was created, how the survey was carried out and its legacy in Discover Domesday.

World of Domesday

Bee catcher Learn about the World of Domesday - the people, landscape and society of 11th century England.

Just for fun

Play our Domesday gamePlay our game to find the Domesday animals. Or test your knowledge with the Domesday quiz.

For students and teachers

Video still of an actor describing how Domesday Book was madeFocus on Domesday has activities and video clips for teaching and learning about Domesday.

Your local heritage

The Great Tower at Chepstow CastlePlaces featured in Domesday book are welcome to use our logo.

In the bookshop

The Story of Domesday BookRead more in The Story of Domesday Book, a collection of essays throwing new light on King William's extraordinary survey.