Dartmoor. The setting for Conan Doyle's Hound of the Baskervilles, this beautiful but rugged region of Devon is shrouded in ...

This is the inspiring story of the Talalla brothers, Cyril, known as Jimmy, and Henry, known as Sonny, who made the long trip ...

The Battle of Evesham was fought on the morning of the 4th August 1265, between the forces of a number of rebel barons led by Simon de Montfort, Earl of Leicester and the army of King Henry III, under ...

Rufus Castle is a 15th century castle (with some bits dating from the 1100's) and is situated on a rocky promontory on the Isle of Portland in Dorset.

On 1st August 1798 at Aboukir Bay near Alexandria, Egypt, the Battle of the Nile began. The conflict was an important tactical naval encounter fought between the British Royal Navy and the Navy of the ...

The most common date given for the arrival of tobacco in England is 27th July 1586, when it is said Sir Walter Raleigh brought it to England from Virginia. Indeed, one legend tells of how Sir Walter’s ...

On 27th July 1916 Captain Charles Fryatt was court-martialled by the Imperial German Navy. He was executed by firing squad the same day. This civilain's crime? Menaced by U boats he had refused to ...

Invented by Henry Cole, who sought a way to avoid writing endless Christmas letters to friends and family, the Christmas card has become an integral part of our festive celebrations.

Whether it’s the picturesque countryside or the glorious medieval and Tudor architecture that brings you to the fine county of Suffolk, we have carefully selected some luxurious and historic B&B ...

The Castle Inn The Castle Inn Hotel, Castle Combe, Wiltshire, SN14 7HN. Set in the picturesque village of Castle Combe, this historic inn dates from the 12th century. A former retreat of Oliver ...

Ireland, the country of enchanting myths and deep-rooted history, is home to some of the most breathtaking castles in the world. Often nestled in stunning landscapes, these ancient fortresses offer a ...