Restoration Begins on Europe’s Oldest Intact Medieval Street Monday, August 11, 2025 vicarsclose restoration medieval wells cathedral heritage architecture conservation fundraising historic A significant £7 million restoration project has commenced to preserve Vicars' Close, a Grade I-listed medieval street located in Wells, Somerset. Built in 1348, Vicars' Close is believed to be Europe’s oldest medieval street … Read More
Lichfield: England’s Most ‘English’ City Hidden in Plain Sight Thursday, August 7, 2025 lichfield england cathedral samueljohnson history tourism festival park market heritage Nestled just north of Birmingham in the heart of Staffordshire lies Lichfield, a charming city acclaimed as the “most English place” in the country. Positioned near the geographic center of England and the most … Read More
Wells Cathedral Partially Closes to Public for Secret Film Shoot Wednesday, May 28, 2025 wells cathedral filming mastersoftheuniverse heman mystery movie hollywood historic closure Wells Cathedral will partially close its doors in the coming weeks as a secretive film production takes over the iconic landmark. Specifically, the North Quire Aisle Doors, Chapter House, and Chapter House Stairs will be … Read More
Discover the Charming Medieval Gem of Wells, the Best Inland Town in the UK Monday, April 14, 2025 wells uk travel history cathedral filming location medieval attractions holiday scenery Nestled in the heart of Somerset, the enchanting city of Wells is a true hidden gem waiting to be explored. Described as the UK’s best inland town, Wells boasts a rich medieval history, breathtaking architecture, and a … Read More
Historic moment captured as first peregrine egg laid at cathedral tower Monday, March 31, 2025 peregrine falcon egg salisbury cathedral live stream wildlife nest conservation rspb Salisbury Cathedral’s 24-hour live stream has captured the exciting moment when the first peregrine falcon egg of 2025 was laid, sparking joy among wildlife enthusiasts. The egg, spotted at around 10.25am on Sunday, … Read More