Libraries are ingrained into the blueprints of cities worldwide. As well as their obvious educational importance, they play a substantial role culturally and historically. Read more
Hidden in Plain Sight: Evidence of the Second World War
On 3 September 1939 Britain, France, Australia and New Zealand declared war on Nazi Germany.Read more
A Brief Introduction to Denys Lasdun
Denys Lasdun was born in 1914 and became one of Britain’s most important architects of Post-War era.Read more
Ten Tourism Treats
Summer is coming to an end, but while seaside holidays in Britain may soon be over, there are still lots of opportunities for holiday fun. Read more
The Destruction and Rebirth of Coventry Cathedral
In the 12 hours of the raids, 568 people were killed and over 4,000 homes destroyed. Read more
Conserving Yorkshire’s Castles
In honour of Yorkshire Day on 1 August, we take a tour of some of the castles we’ve been involved in conserving for future generations across this fine part of England.Read more
100 Years of Council Housing: Six Responses to the 1919 Addison Act
The 1919 Housing and Town Planning Act was signed into law on 31 July 1919Read more
Seafront Surprises
Think of the seafront and you probably think of holidays, time on the beach, a dip in the sea. Read more
A Brief Introduction to High Tech
The Sainsbury’s supermarket on Camden Road in London is now Listed at Grade II: it’s the first purpose-built supermarket to be added to the List.Read more
Eight Out of this World Examples of Space-Age Architecture
On 20th July 1969, the Apollo Lunar Module landed on the moon: it was the first crewed craft to land in spaceRead more