Charming Somerset Seaside Town Boasts Its Own 'Leaning Tower of Pisa' Friday, May 9, 2025 burnham-on-sea somerset seaside leaningtower standrews beach tourism history pier lighthouse Nestled along the scenic Somerset coastline, the picturesque town of Burnham-on-Sea offers visitors a delightful blend of history, seaside fun, and unique landmarks. Among its standout attractions is St Andrew’s Church, home … Read More
Somerset Day: Celebrate with Wurzels Gig, Cider Tastings, and More Thursday, May 8, 2025 somerset somersetday wurzels cider festival charity music family history community Somerset Day is back, bringing the county together to celebrate all things Somerset with a weekend full of exciting events. From lively Wurzels concerts to free cider tastings, there’s something for everyone—and much of it is … Read More
Schoolboy's Face in Historic V-E Day Photo Captures Community Spirit of Celebration Thursday, May 8, 2025 veday bath celebration community wwii history photo family rationing military Eighty years ago today, the streets of Bath came alive with jubilant celebrations marking Victory in Europe (V-E) Day, and a single iconic photograph perfectly captures the joy and unity of the moment. The photo features a … Read More
VE Day Widget Reveals Who from Your Family, Town, or City Died in WWII Thursday, May 8, 2025 wwii veday casualties commonwealth records wargraves history memorial search tribute Have you ever wanted to learn more about individuals who lost their lives during World War II? Or perhaps uncover the stories of those from your own family or local area? Our innovative VE Day widget allows you to do just … Read More
Unearthing the Charm of Bath Through the Eyes of a YouTuber Sunday, May 4, 2025 bath youtuber history literature georgian jane austen royal victoria park unesco lacock abbey Ruby Granger, a 25-year-old literature graduate from Exeter, is not only engrossed in crafting her own novel but also sharing delightful videos on history and literature to her over 926,000 subscribers on YouTube. Her … Read More
Exploring the Charming UK City Through the Eyes of a YouTuber Sunday, May 4, 2025 bath youtuber georgian history landmarks travel exploration jane austen royal victoria park lacock Ruby Granger, a 25-year-old graduate from Exeter, is known for her engaging content on books and history, with a recent focus on her visit to Bath. Through her YouTube channel, with nearly a million subscribers, Ruby shares … Read More