A brief history about gargoyles and grotesques for the Halloween season.Read more
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6 Poems to ponder on National Poetry Day
From William Wordsworth to Stevie Smith, generations of English poets have been inspired by place.Read more
A brief introduction to lidos
Increasing water safety concerns in the 1920s inspired the creation of outdoor pools with concrete, tiled tanks and water filtration systems.Read more
6 Listed sites that survive from the age of the steam train
In homage to an iconic era of train-travel, we take a look at some of the most important listed sites associated with steam locomotives in England.Read more
6 Rituals of remembrance
The way we remember is deeply rooted in place and familiarity – from memorial sites marked by statues to ceremonial sanctuaries for quiet reflection.Read more
6 Reasons to love historic Norfolk
Norfolk is rich in English history and the vast, flat landscape has inspired artists, writers and poets for centuries.Read more
A brief introduction to bandstands
In Victorian Britain public parks were developed to promote health and wellbeing, and bandstands became focal points for communal entertainment.Read more
5 Nonconformist chapels of England
In England, the word Nonconformist can describe Protestants who do not conform to the doctrines or practices of the Church of England.Read more
Crinoline, Chapels & Corgis: 7 Royally listed sites
To celebrate the upcoming wedding of Prince Harry and Meghan Markle we take a look at listed sites that tell the tale of royal wedding celebrations.Read more
6 Surprising stories told through public memorials
We asked the public to tell us about England’s secret, unknown and forgotten memorials and bring to light the often inspirational and poignant stories they tell.Read more
