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Three of the best British historical mysteries

There are dozens of unsolved murders and curious causes throughout Britain's noted history, we take a look at three of the best.

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Britain's sinking land - exploring the Fens

Britain's sinking land - exploring the Fens

Great British motor museums

Great British motor museums

Royals

Everything you need to know about Prince Philip

Everything you need to know about Prince Philip

Recognising the greatness of Queen Elizabeth

Recognising the greatness of Queen Elizabeth

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A room with a view - Edinburgh!

A room with a view - Edinburgh!

Have you been to Edinburgh?

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On This Day: Dame Vera Lynn was born in 1917, in London

On This Day: Dame Vera Lynn was born in 1917, in London

The beloved singer, Dame Vera Lynn, was best known for her work during World War II, when she kept spirits high with her wistful songs.

Recognising the greatness of Queen Elizabeth

Recognising the greatness of Queen Elizabeth

Have a look at some of Queen Elizabeth's best fashion moments

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Elizabethan visits - British buildings through the Renaissance

Elizabethan visits - British buildings through the Renaissance

A look at some of the great Elizabethan era visits around Britain, a celebration of the late-1500s country mansion.

Food & Drink
A guide to the iconic British summer picnic

A guide to the iconic British summer picnic

An exploration of the history of the British picnic and what wonderful treats such as Pimms and scotch eggs you should pack on your next outing.

History
The history and wonder of the beautiful Devon lace

The history and wonder of the beautiful Devon lace

East Devon became a center for lace-making in the 16th century, possibly in response to the beautiful products of Italy or Flanders—though this has yet to be substantiated.

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Taking a cruise around the Northern Isles of Scotland

Taking a cruise around the Northern Isles of Scotland

A British Heritage report from the stern of the Bridge Deck - seeing Britain from a cruiseliners luxury.

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Kate Middleton, Colonel of the Irish Guards, greets troops for St. Patrick's Day

Kate Middleton, Colonel of the Irish Guards, greets troops for St. Patrick's Day

Prince William and his wife, the Prince and Princess of Wales, met with the Irish Guard, as is tradition, for Ireland's national holiday. 

History
The history of Queen Victoria's Osborne House

The history of Queen Victoria's Osborne House

It was Queen Victora's summer home, but what else do we need to know about Osborne House?

History
Who were the Druids? A history of Druidism in Britain

Who were the Druids? A history of Druidism in Britain

Our knowledge of Druidism is often full of misconceptions, here's everything you need to know about the history of Druidism and Druids in Britain 

History
The history of Tower Bridge

The history of Tower Bridge

After 128 years, we take a look at some of the defining moments in the history of Tower Bridge.

Travel
The real story and places behind Alice in Wonderland

The real story and places behind Alice in Wonderland

The true history of Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland, the life of Alice Liddell, and what remains in real life of these fantastical tales.

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British citizens in Germany at the onset of WWI soon found themselv...

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