Picturing the Crystal Palace
Take a look inside the Crystal Palace with the Historic England Archive.
Author: Historic England
We champion and protect England’s historic environment: archaeology, buildings, parks, maritime wrecks and monuments.
4 Towns That Grew From the Mills
The Industrial Revolution shaped much of the north of England.
The Story of the Royal British Legion
Founded in 1921, the Royal British Legion has been supporting the Armed Forces ever since.
The Story of Pioneering Businesswoman Eleanor Coade
Eleanor Coade successfully adapted a secret formula to manufacture an elegant artificial stone.
5 Chilling Tales From Churches in England
Uncover spooky stories of dark magic and local legends at five of England’s most atmospheric churches.
People and Protest: The Story of the Jarrow March
In October 1936, 200 unemployed men from Jarrow began to march to Parliament.
Accidentally Wes Anderson: Photographs of England
Check out these places in England that are ‘Accidentally Wes Anderson.’ Maybe one will be the setting for his next movie?
5 Buildings That Survived the Great Fire of London
On 2 September 1666, a catastrophic fire began to consume the City of London within its defensive walls.
7 Historic Urban Parks and Gardens To Improve Your Wellbeing
Parks and green spaces are vital for our mental and physical health.
Bravery Through Time: The Evolution of Modern Britain’s Fire Service
A new National Fire Service was inaugurated on 18 August 1941, which consolidated and unified the service across Britain.