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.
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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.
The Battle of Britain: 80 Years On
In early summer 1940 the country had been seriously weakened following the evacuation from Dunkirk of the core of its professional army, the British Expeditionary Force, leaving the country alone in the fight against Hitler.
5 of the Best Bingo Halls in England (That Used to be Cinemas)
The passing of the 1960 Gaming Act allowed Bingo to come to the rescue of some of the finest pre- and post-war buildings in England.
7 of the Best Post-war Parks, Gardens and Landscapes in England
Many post-war gardens demonstrate incredible thought and care for the people who would use them, while others mark significant turning points in the history of English gardening.
10 Places That Tell the Story of the Mayflower
2020 sees the 400th anniversary of the sailing of the Mayflower. Here are nine places that tell the Mayflower story.