6 Evocative Literary Locations
Many authors and the characters they created have lived in and loved England, evoking streetscapes, landscapes and buildings throughout their work.
Category: Your Home’s History
Coventry: A Journey Through Time
From the ruins of St Michaels Cathedral to the Black Princes Manor, with the bountiful gardens of Lady Herbert and the old Council Chambers, Coventry’s walls are brimming with history.
The First Conservation Area
This month marks 50 years of conservation areas in England, and the biggest birthday party of all is in Stamford, Lincolnshire.
From Factory to Fireside: 6 Marvellous Model Villages
The later years of the industrial revolution brought about a radical change in living conditions for a lucky few.
Top Tips for Maintaining Your Listed Building
We take a look at 5 top tips for planning the maintenance and repair of your listed property.
The First British Bungalow
Single storey dwellings under the name ‘bungalow’ have been around since the mid-19th century.
A Changing Climate: Water, Flooding and Historic Buildings
Water. We can’t live without it. Throughout history living near water has been important for almost every aspect of humanContinue Reading
The Mysterious Case of the Witch Bottle
In the 16th and 17th centuries, many people believed in witchcraft, and blamed ill-fortune such as their crops failing orContinue Reading
A Brief Introduction to Vernacular Houses
Vernacular houses were built to reflect local customs and traditions using locally available materials like wood, stone and brick.
Innovation and the Country House
When you visit a country house open to the public, look beyond the elaborate plasterwork, elegant furniture or collections ofContinue Reading