The Origins of Anglican Choral Tradition
With the Anglican church originating in the wake of the English Reformation (the split from Rome famously orchestrated by Henry VIII), it is no…
Harmondsworth Great Barn
Food has been the cornerstone of human development from time immemorial. Indeed, there is a reason the Agricultural Revolution of the 18th century is…
Shaw House – One of the best-preserved Elizabethan manors in England
History of the Shaw House Shaw House was completed in 1581 by Thomas Dolman, a member of a successful family who had made their fortune…
History of Donnington Castle
Donnington Castle overlooks the Lambourn Valley in an important strategic position commanding the crossing of major north–south and east–west routes. The manor of Donnington…
Cooper’s Hill Cheese-Rolling and Wake Festival
The cheese rolling festival is a contest held in Gloucester, England. It has been around for over 600 years and is usually held on…
The mystery of Margate’s Shell Grotto
The Shell Grotto is an ornate subterranean passageway shell grotto in Margate, Kent. Almost all the surface area of the walls and roof is covered in mosaics created entirely of seashells,…
Royal Botanic Gardens, Kew
The (first) Royal Botanical Gardens were founded in 1759 as a Royal Estate, and from 1841 onwards it was converted into a scientific institution for plant and fungal research and public attraction which is funded…
Hampton Court Palace, Surrey
The Beginning of Hampton Court The Palace began under Cardinal Wolsey in the early 16th century, however, Henry VIII was drawn to it and had…
Cultural history of Music in the South of England
Throughout history the UK has produced and created some of the best and most well-known music. Wherever you go in the world you are sure to find a…
What is the Lammas Festival?
For the bread of God is He who comes down from heaven and gives life to the world.” …John 6:33 In the Bible Bread is…