150 Years of Alexandra Palace
Sitting high in north London’s skyline, Alexandra Palace has been a prominent leisure attraction since the 19th century.
Tag: Historic photography
High Explosive: Bootle’s Cunard Shell Works During the First World War
The Shell Works in Bootle fulfilled part of a complex process, with most of the production done by the factory’s female workforce.
The Life and Death of London’s Crystal Palace
From the opening of the Great Exhibition in Hyde Park to the tragic fire that destroyed it, the Crystal Palace inspired photographers on the ground and in the air.
9 Interesting Facts About Life as a 19th Century Mill Worker
Mills are a rich and fascinating part of our history. These sleeping giants are a defining feature on the skyline of our industrial landscape, standing as a tangible link to the past.
The Story of the Festival of Britain
The Festival of Britain was a government-sponsored nationwide exhibition celebrating and promoting Britain’s excellence in design, technology, industry, architecture, science and the arts.
England’s Seaside Heritage From the Air
Author Allan Brodie describes how photographs from the Aerofilms collection tell the story of England’s seaside resorts.
10 Eccentric English Customs, Traditions and Ceremonies (and the Stories Behind Them)
All over England, customs, traditions and ceremonies brighten our lives throughout the year.
Britain Brought to a Standstill: The General Strike of 1926
More than three million workers from across Britain downed tools during the nine day strike.
From Prototype to Defender of the Skies: The Story of the Spitfire
The British Spitfire – the iconic, high performance aircraft, celebrated for its maneuverability, speed and fire power – helped the RAF turn the tide of the Second World War in the Allies’ favour.
The Untold Story of the Highway Code
The British Highway Code was first launched in 1931, when there were 2.3 million motor vehicles on British roads.