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Why do we have eggs at Easter? Find out some of the theories, explore the traditions, and find out how to make your own traditional Easter egg.
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Florence Nightingale (1820–1910)
One of the most recognised names in modern British history, Florence Nightingale was a key figure in the development of modern nursing and healthcare practice. Arthur George Walker’s statue of Nightingale shows her as ‘the Lady with the Lamp’, a nicknamed she earned on her nightly inspection rounds in the Crimea.
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Sir Arthur Harris was a senior officer throughout the Second World War, most notably in charge of the RAF’s Bomber Command (1942–6). Faith Winter’s statue of Harris was erected outside St Clement Danes Church in 1992 as a memorial to him and over 55,000 men of Bomber Command who lost their lives in the war.
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10 surprising facts about the Wrest Park Collection Store
The Wrest Park Collection Store is a treasure trove home to over 160,000 objects from ancient pottery to 18th century staircases. Rose Arkle tells us more.
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London’s blue plaques show that England’s capital has been a strong magnet for foreign-born composers, including Handel, Mozart and Chopin. Find out more about the lives of these legendary composers and how they came to London.
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London’s blue plaques show that England’s capital has been a strong magnet for foreign-born composers, including Handel, Mozart and Chopin. Find out more about the lives of these legendary composers and how they came to London.
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Description of Farleigh Hungerford Castle
A description of Farleigh Hungerford Castle, which incorporates remains of the 14th and 15th centuries.
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A Royal Duchess at Ranger’s House
Ranger’s House plays a starring role in Netflix’s popular television series Bridgerton and Queen Charlotte. But Ranger’s has its own equally dramatic story to tell of royals, scandal and lavish entertainments during the Regency era in which Bridgerton is set.
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A history of Easby Abbey, one of Britain's best-preserved Premonstratensian monasteries.
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20 Questions Quiz: Women's History Month
Test your knowledge with our quiz for Women's History Month