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A Brief Introduction to Gasholders
Gasworks once brought light and warmth to homes across England. Hundreds of their most prominent landmarks – gasholders – are now being demolished and lost from the landscape forever. Read more
8 Things to Know About the Black Country
The Black Country can be found in the West Midlands, roughly made up of towns within the four Metropolitan Boroughs of Dudley, Sandwell, Walsall and Wolverhampton – although you won’t find any official borders on the map, or any two Yam Yams that agree on it!Read more
From Textile Mills to Joy Division: A History of Rochdale in 10 Buildings
In just under 1000 years, Rochdale has developed from a medieval settlement to a modern town centre. Here are 10 fascinating buildings which tell Rochdale’s story.Read more
8 Historic Music Festivals
From struggling to put a tent up in the pouring rain to dancing to your favourite band with your mates, music festival have become a highlight of summer.Read more
6 Places That Tell Stories of the Windrush Generation
The arrival of the Windrush generation in 1984 marked the dawn of modern multicultural Britain. Discover their story through six important locations in England.Read more
5 Historic Football Grounds in England
From pre-match pints to the highs and lows of end of season dramas, football has been entertaining and uniting people since the 19th century.Read more
9 Sites on the River Thames That Tell the Story of Charles Dickens
The River Thames flows through Dickens’ life and work as a constant presence, the atmospheric backdrop to everyday experiences, but often dark and malevolent, dangerous.Read more
4 Reasons to Love Historic Northumberland
With its miles of unspoilt coastline and swathes of remote undulating countryside, Northumberland is one of the most beautiful and peaceful counties in England.Read more
Working from Home: England’s Domestic Textile Industry
Explore the story of England’s domestic textile industry, the buildings that housed them and the people who worked within them. Read more