Mirth, Mayhem and Marvel: A Brief Introduction to Music Halls
Originating as an extension of the saloon bars of local pubs and taverns, music halls developed their own style of variety performance
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5 Things You Need to Know About Listing
Listing is the term given to the practice of listing buildings, scheduling monuments, registering parks, gardens and battlefields, and protecting wreck sites.
6 Inspiring Stories of Heritage Angels
Since its inception in 2011, the Historic England Angel Awards have celebrated some amazing individuals and groups that have worked tirelessly to preserve local heritage and culture.
Top 5 Heritage Blog Posts of 2015
A recap of our most read Heritage Calling posts from 2015.
England’s Hidden Space Heritage
English astronaut Tim Peake began his 171 day stay on the International Space Station last December.
8 Classic Features To Help You Recognise an Old Woolworth’s Store
Woolworth’s bright red signboard was a beacon on British and Irish high streets for nearly a century.
A Brief Introduction to the Women’s Institute
Britain’s first WI was formed in Wales in September 1915, and the first in England followed soon afterwards, at Charlton, West Sussex.
6 Historic Sites Added to the Heritage at Risk Register
Our Heritage at Risk Register is an annual snapshot of the health of England’s heritage. This year 327 historic places haveContinue Reading
10 Tips for Architectural Photography
Our photographer James O. Davies gives his best tips to taking architectural photos.
10 Industrial Gems To Visit During Heritage Open Days
Have you ever walked past an abandoned building and wondered what was hidden behind those locked doors? Heritage Open DaysContinue Reading