by Historic England 13 March 2025 7 A brief introduction to What Was the Capital of England Before London? London has long been the centre of England’s government, business and finance. But has it always been the capital?
by Historic England 10 October 2024 18 A brief introduction to 7 Places Connected to Witchcraft in England Steeped in legend, these witchcraft sites reveal a history of suspicion and superstition.
by Robin Page 2 July 2024 5 A brief introduction to Boudica’s Revolt Against Rome Discover how the female tribal leader, Boudica, challenged the might of an expanding empire.
by Historic England 14 March 2024 2 A brief introduction to Architecture Historic photography Listed places The Timeless Charm of English Market Towns and Halls In an age dominated by online shopping and supermarkets, the resilience of traditional English markets is a testament to their enduring appeal.
by Historic England 1 November 2023 9 Archaeology Listed places What Is the Oldest Building in England? From the oldest church to archaeological remains, here are the contenders for England’s oldest building.
by Historic England 6 January 2015 6 Archaeology 6 Sites That Help Us Better Understand Roman Entertainment By the time of the Roman invasion of Britain in AD 43, the amphitheatre was a well-established building form, reaching its ultimate archetype in the construction of the Colosseum in AD 69 – 96.