The Gallipoli Campaign: 7 War Memorials That Bear Witness to the Great Loss
Poignant reminders of the sacrifices made during the Gallipoli campaign of the First World War.
Author: Historic England
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Secret Underground Cities: Nottingham
1000 years ago Nottingham was known as Tigguocobauc: the house of caves. It’s likely the first caves were carved beneathContinue Reading
6 Ways to Live Your Life as a Hermit
Looking to leave the rat race and live a quiet life? Discover the six main types of hermitages and choose your favourite.
6 Sites That Help Us Better Understand Roman Entertainment
By the time of the Roman invasion of Britain in AD 43, the amphitheatre was a well-established building form, reaching its ultimate archetype in the construction of the Colosseum in AD 69 – 96.
9 ‘Lost’ Railway Stations
1. Birmingham Snow Hill This fine Edwardian station was demolished in 1977 despite a public outcry. The historic fabric wasContinue Reading
10 Great English Railway Stations
Some of the country’s most stunning architecture can be found in train stations.
6 Things You Should Know About Landscape Gardener William Shenstone
Find out how landscape gardener William Shenstone changed the way we experience parks and gardens
6 Remarkable First World War Memorials
1. The Response, Newcastle Designed by Sir William Goscombe John, unveiled 1923. Grade I listed “The Response” memorial in NewcastleContinue Reading
9 Places That Reveal the Hidden History of the Cold War
Discover establishments that were once secret to the public.
5 Heritage Sites Saved by their Local Community
1. Hastings Pier, East Sussex Hastings Pier was built in 1872 and flourished during the Victorian seaside tourist boom. FollowingContinue Reading