10 Historic Sites That Tell the Story of Katherine of Aragon in England
Katherine of Aragon, the first wife of Henry VIII, played a major role in English History.
Category: Listed places
What is the Oldest Pub or Inn in England?
Pubs are fertile ground for tall tales, with many claims to the oldest pub in England. Here are the facts.
Between Chatham and Rochester: the Story of Intra High Street in 6 Places
With its development linked to the growth of the Royal Dockyard, Chatham Intra High Street has a wealth of fascinating historic buildings.
10 Accessible Historic Places to Visit
Here we look at some listed places that have creatively improved their accessibility.
How Tutankhamun Influenced 20th Century Design and Architecture
From the most expensive jewellery and furniture to public buildings, learn now Tutankhamun inspired the world of design and popular culture.
Radiowaves to Fibre-optics: The Evolution of Wireless Technology
The first electrical communication system was introduced in England in the 1830s.
The Story of Martini Maccomo: A Black Lion Tamer in Sunderland
Possibly the first Black lion tamer in England, Maccomo was tamer to Sunderland’s famous taxidermy lion Wallace.
Richard III: the Lost King
Learn more about England’s last Yorkist King.
6 Places That Tell the Story of Operation Hurricane
Not long after the end of the Second World War, a small and secretive cabinet committee took the decision that Britain should develop an atomic bomb.
A Brief History of Reinforced Concrete Buildings
Reinforcing concrete made highly complex large-scale structures possible.