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Robert Burns
Scotland’s national bard was a colourful figure whose poetry was imbued with roguish charm.
Hilltop Havens
We head to the lofty villages of north London, which have long provided city dwellers with a breath of fresh air
Struggle For Supremacy
In the final part of our series, we reach the culmination of the Wars of the Roses and ponder British historys greatest mystery
Divorced, Beheaded, Survived
In the final part of our series, Henry VIII is three wives down and in search of his next royal bride
Guardians Of The Tower
BRITAIN talks to Chief Yeoman Warder, Pete McGowran, about resident ravens, age-old traditions and that iconic uniform
Hardwick Hall
Bess of Hardwick made her own luck, rising to become one of the most powerful figures of Tudor times. We explore her magnificent family home
White Cliffs Of Dover
The chalky cliffs towering above the English Channel offer scenic beauty and vertiginous views
Salisbury
Famous for its iconic cathedral, there’s much more to this buzzing little medieval city en route to Stonehenge than meets the eye
Buxton
The Gateway To The Peak District, Buxton Is Famed For Its Natural Spring Water And Beautiful Architecture
The Social Rules Of Regency England
From aristocratic foibles to the complicated rules surrounding courtship, we explore the dos and don’ts of Regency society
Stay In A Castle
With romantic four-posters, antiques galore and even the odd suit of armour, spending a night in a British castle is a magical experience.
Pride And Joy
We visit Prideaux Place, a grand Elizabethan manor on the Cornish coast, and discover the fascinating tale of one family’s survival through the centuries.
Nelson's Column
Guarded by lions and towering above Trafalgar Square, this lofty monument is one of London’s most iconic.
Dorchester
From Thomas Hardy to teddy bears, there’s plenty to occupy visitors in Dorset’s handsome county town.
Wives' Tales
Divorced, beheaded, died: the childhood rhyme is well known, but what were Henry VIII’s wives really like?
Durham
The historic castle and cathedral are the undisputed stars, but this little city on the River Wear has plenty of surprises in store.
Mysterious Merlin
Best known for his links to Arthurian legend, the earliest mentions of the wizard Merlin date back to the 6th century
Hay-On -Wye
With dozens of book and antiques shops, cosy pubs and riverside walks, this Welsh town takes life at a leisurely pace
The Royal Crescent
Gossip, intrigue and scandal lie behind one of Bath's most iconic landmarks, which turns 250 this year
Aphra Behn
In her lifetime Aphra Behn was arguably a more successful playwright than Shakespeare, but following her death she was overshadowed by men and virtually forgotten about
Suffolk Wool Towns
We journey through the beautifully preserved Tudor towns of Kersey, Lavenham, Cavendish, Clare, Sudbury and Long Melford
Hever's Hideaways
If you’ve always dreamed of visiting Anne Boleyn’s childhood home, then why not combine it with a stay in the castle, which will give you unique access to the grounds out of hours
A Luxury Stay At Hever Castle
A Luxury Stay At Hever Castle
Classic Cornwall
Thanks to the hit period drama Poldark, which returns with its third series this year, the spotlight has been put on Cornwall, the ancient Celtic kingdom known as Kernow by locals, once again
Win A Stay In Spellbinding West Cornwall
Win A Stay In Spellbinding West Cornwall
Queen Victoria
Grandmother of modern Europe, Queen of the British Empire, Empress of India, and leader during a period of impressive industrialisation and economic progress – the impact of Queen Victoria’s 63-year reign is undeniable
The True Wife
King Henry VIII famously had six wives but it was his first queen, Catherine of Aragon, who captured his heart and devoted her life to his cause
Sir Walter Raleigh
Continuing our series on Great British figures, we look at the life of Sir Walter Raleigh, whose rise and fall mirrors the tumultuous Elizabethan age in which he lived
Paradise In The Highlands
We follow the Victorian Heritage Trail in Royal Deeside, Scotland, to discover the land that Queen Victoria fell hopelessly in love with
William Wallace
Who was the legendary warrior and why is he still celebrated as a Scottish hero centuries on?