Preserving History: Stourhead's 300-Year-Old Clocks Ready for the End of British Summer Time Saturday, October 26, 2024 stourhead national trust clocks british summer time wiltshire history preservation horologist heritage conservation The charming house at Stourhead, a National Trust gem in Wiltshire, is bustling with activity as the historic clocks inside are readied for the end of British Summer Time. Every week, the dedicated National Trust team … Read More
Discover Why Bath Has Been Named the Cosiest City in the UK Sunday, October 6, 2024 bath uk cosy autumn city travel beauty thermae bath spa history unesco parks As autumn approaches, there’s no better time to seek out cosy destinations to embrace the season. Recently, a global ranking of the cosiest places placed the stunning city of Bath in the UK in the top ten, securing its … Read More
Explore a Full-Size Replica of a 17th Century Spanish Galleon in the South West Saturday, August 31, 2024 replica spanish galleon maritime history exhibition museum south west andalucia galeon The South West is about to witness the arrival of the remarkable full-size replica of the 17th-century Spanish galleon, Galeon Andalucia. From September 3 to September 8, the “Galeón Andalucía” will grace Cowes … Read More
Your Dream Home Awaits within the Castle Grounds Saturday, August 10, 2024 castle home grounds charm dream living history architecture tranquility unique Have you ever dreamed of living near a castle but thought it was beyond your reach? Now, you can turn that dream into reality by owning a home within the grounds of a magnificent castle. Imagine waking up to the picturesque … Read More
New Owners Secure Future of Shepton Mallet Prison Friday, August 9, 2024 shepton mallet prison cove group tourism heritage preservation future acquisition revitalization history The future of Shepton Mallet Prison as a tourist attraction has been secured as Cove Group, the soon-to-be new owners, have signed a deal to take over within months. The popular tourist attraction, which has been operated by … Read More
Ilchester: A History of Executions and Infamy Sunday, June 23, 2024 ilchester history executions gallows somerset town hang-fairs gaol dark rowdy revelry Ilchester, originally a Roman town named Lendinis, was the site of a fort and town on the Fosse Way, serving as one of two regional capitals for the Durotriges tribe. Throughout its extensive history, it has housed a Friary, … Read More