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The History of Stained Glass in England From the 17th Century to the Modern Age
The story of stained glass windows in England from after the Reformation to the present day.
An Introduction to Thatched Buildings and Thatching in England
Exploring one of England’s oldest and most characterful building materials.
Stained Glass in England from the 7th Century AD to the Reformation
Some of the most important, unusual and historic examples of medieval stained glass in England.
An Introduction to Post-War Public Art
Learn how Britain’s post-war reconstruction programme built art into public spaces and emerging new towns.
9 Historic Buildings Featured in ‘New Era’ Doctor Who
England’s prominent heritage locations as backdrops for some of Dr Who’s most memorable moments.
Folklore in England
A look at legends, ballads, traditional beliefs and practices woven through England’s historic places and sites.
Pioneers of British Egyptology
How 4 pioneering British Egyptologists contributed to future generations of archaeologists worldwide
England’s Jewish Heritage
Discover England’s visible, obscured and lost Jewish history, from medieval temples to 1970s nightclubs.
8 Foods and Drinks from the English Midlands
A taste of the Midlands…with a side order of history.
Who Was The First Queen of England?
Exploring the first true ruling Queen of England and some other contenders.