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British Heritage
TravelGreat Day Trips from LondonThere is much to see and do in London but day trips outside of the city give a broader picture of England.
HistoryThe “Old Masters” mosaics of Roman BritainThe majority of Britain's mosaic masterpieces have been lost to the ages, but those that remain are absolutely stunning.
TravelThe British love affair with piers by the seasideStepping out along a pleasure pier provides an evocative postcard from the British seaside.
HistoryBritish curry house classic – chicken tikka masala recipeWhen Britons have been asked to identify their national dish, fish and chips, shepherd's pie, steak and kidney pie, all paled beside the fiery and beloved chicken tikka masala.
HistoryLondon – a cherished literary capital of the worldWriters have loved London for as long as London has existed. Here's a look into it's fascinating history.
RoyalsThe most popular Princesses of WalesHow much do you know about the history of the Princesses of Wales?
TravelBritain’s sinking land, the ancient fight to hold back the FensFor centuries the flat, watery Fens of eastern England have been drained, farmed and fought for, yet the land keeps sinking below the sea it was built to resist.
TravelThe history of St. Botolph’s & John CottonHow a church in Lincolnshire inspired the city of Boston and the story of John Cotton.
RoyalsBritain’s Queen Mother was desperate to come to IrelandState papers reveal that Queen Elizabeth's mother was "dying to go" to Ireland.
HistoryCelebrating Britain’s most famous composer Edward Elgar at his Birthplace MuseumWe celebrate by looking at Edward Elgar's life achievements and the Elgar Birthplace Museum and Elgar Center in Worcestershire.