7 Abandoned Villages That Can Teach Us About Medieval Life
Explore the spaces in which medieval people farmed and made their homes in the English landscape.
Author: Historic England
We champion and protect England’s historic environment: archaeology, buildings, parks, maritime wrecks and monuments.
Britain’s Home Front: 9 Remarkable Aerial Images That Reveal the Impact of the First World War
These aerial photographs reveal the impact of the First World War on Britain.
7 Inspiring Writers’ Retreats
Many of our favourite author’s writing spots are protected.
10 Great Places Where Beer Meets the Church
1. Christ Church, Southwark Beer and the church are not such strange bedfellows as you might think. Christ Church (1960,Continue Reading
10 Exceptional First World War Memorials
These are some of the most outstanding memorials to those who died during the First World War.
What do Buddhist Buildings Tell Us About Buddhist Communities in England?
Here we look at historic buildings that have been renovated by the Buddhist community
8 Interesting Buildings That Wouldn’t Exist If It Wasn’t for the Car
Between 1895 and now, the world has changed immeasurably to accommodate the motor car. By the end of the FirstContinue Reading
8 Interesting Facts about Coastguard Stations
1. The initial purpose of the Coastguard was revenue protection, but this changed during the 19th century to that of navalContinue Reading
6 Stunning Lighthouses (From 1AD to the Present Day)
Trinity House, the lighthouse authority for England and Wales, celebrates its 500th anniversary today after being granted a charter byContinue Reading
8 Interesting Facts about Signal Boxes
1. In its familiar form, a raised structure with large windows enabling signalman to maintain a look-out, the signal box evolvedContinue Reading