Empress Matilda and ‘The Anarchy’
There were a number of medieval women leaders whose careers break the stereotypical mould.
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Aethelflaed, Lady of the Mercians
Here we take a look at the career of the determined ruler of Mercia, Aethelflaed, daughter of Alfred the Great, who battled Vikings, built forts and founded towns.
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.
6 Fascinating Stories About Historic Lancashire
We’ve delved into the Historic England Archive to uncover some of the people, places and heritage of North West England.
Explore Heritage From Your Own Home
With virtual tours and online exhibitions, there’s no closing time or far-away location to get in your way.
The Story of the Grave of the Unknown Warrior
The body of an unidentified British soldier was buried in Westminster Abbey on 11 November 1920.
How Engineer John Logie Baird Invented Television
Television was born in a rented attic in London’s Soho on 2 October 1925.