Victorian

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 swanage railway victorian horn anniversary celebration history train commemoration event

A brass horn that once signaled the departure of the first passenger train from Swanage in May 1885 is set to echo through time once more. The historic instrument will take center stage as part of the 140th-anniversary … Read More

Sunday, April 20, 2025 austen scandal shoplifting history museum jane trial ilchester victorian gaol

During the 18th century, Jane Austen’s aunt, Jane Leigh Perrot, was embroiled in a notorious shoplifting scandal that shook the town of Bath. Accused of stealing a card of white lace, Leigh Perrot found herself awaiting … Read More

Saturday, April 12, 2025 tea victorian bradford-on-avon vintage elegance dining experience nostalgia authentic hospitality

Step back in time and enter the enchanting world of The Bridge Tea Rooms in Bradford-on-Avon. This 500-year-old establishment, originally built in 1502, offers a truly unique experience that transports visitors to the … Read More

Saturday, September 28, 2024 weston-super-mare victorian pub demolition flats controversy development historic objections heritage

A proposal to demolish a derelict Victorian pub and an old sandwich shop in Weston-super-Mare has sparked controversy. Developer CSN Homes plans to replace the historic London Inn with a modern building housing a smaller pub … Read More

Sunday, May 12, 2024 victorian chapel bath interiors bedrooms bathrooms luxury residence historical architecture

Nestled in the heart of Bath, this Victorian chapel-turned-residence boasts a jaw-dropping interior that seamlessly blends historical charm with modern luxury. With five bedrooms and six bathrooms, this property offers a … Read More