England’s Seaside Heritage From the Air
Author Allan Brodie describes how photographs from the Aerofilms collection tell the story of England’s seaside resorts.
Author: Historic England
We champion and protect England’s historic environment: archaeology, buildings, parks, maritime wrecks and monuments.
10 Eccentric English Customs, Traditions and Ceremonies — and the Stories Behind Them
All over England, customs, traditions and ceremonies brighten our lives throughout the year.
Britain Brought to a Standstill: The General Strike of 1926
On 3 May 1926, the Trades Union Congress (TUC) called a general strike across Britain to start at one minute before midnight.
Football, Beerhouses and Books: How Victorian Mill Workers Entertained Themselves
The lives of Victorian mill workers were far from easy. Fines, beatings, maiming and even death, were commonplace.
From Prototype to Defender of the Skies: The Story of the Spitfire
The British Spitfire – the iconic, high performance aircraft, celebrated for its maneuverability, speed and fire power – helped the RAF turn the tide of the Second World War in the Allies’ favour.
5 Significant Historic Sites in Shropshire
Many of Shropshire’s towns have connections to influential events on the national and global stage, and many offer unusual heritage stories.
The Untold Story of the Highway Code
The British Highway Code – ‘…a guide to the proper use of the highway and a code of good manners…’ – celebrates the 90th anniversary of its first publication in 2021.
The Extraordinary Story of Pioneering Aviator Amy Johnson
Amy Johnson became a living legend after becoming the first woman to fly solo from England to Australia. Here we look at her extraordinary story.
6 Steps to Finding Out Your Home’s History Online
You can trace the architectural history of your house through old maps, photographs and written records, and many of these useful resources are online.
The Story of Welwyn Garden City
Residents first moved in to Welwyn Garden City in December 1920. Here we look at its story from founding to the present day.