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Landscape with Hawkers and Sportsmen by Dutch painter Jan Wijnants has been displayed at Brodsworth Hall, South Yorkshire, almost continuously since the hall was built and furnished in the 1860s. We explore the story of the artist, the painting, and its relationship with Brodsworth.
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Everything you need to know about St George and the Farleigh Hungerford mural
St George: martyr, mythical hero, trusted intercessor and a focus of community cohesion —there's so much about the saint (in fact and legend) that makes him an ideal patron for modern England.
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From Folklore to Feasting: Apples in England
Apples have a long history of symbolic associations, often with very different meanings. In this article, we uncover some of the more surprising uses for apples over the centuries, as well as their historical connections to folklore and belief.
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The Real Story of Bonfire Night
In this article, we’ll explore everything you need to know about the 5th of November, from Guy Fawkes and the Gunpowder Plot to the story of how Bonfire Night has changed over the centuries.
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Three of England’s rulers – the Roman Emperor Hadrian, King James I and Queen Anne – had same-sex relationships with their ‘favourites’. We explore their stories through three objects in the collections at Osborne, Audley End House and Ranger’s House.
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Courting in the Ton: dowries, love letters and the language of fans
The secrets of successful dating in Bridgerton's Regency era: revealed.
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Hadrian's Wall marked the most northwest frontier of the empire and the edge of the civilised world (according to the Romans). But it was more than just a barrier. Click ore tap to find out more about the wall and the people who built it.
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The fall and rise of the English country house
For 70 years or more, the English country house was widely seen to be in decline. Senior Properties Historian Steven Brindle explores the story of their rise, decline and recovery.
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How to spot a dragon: A guide to mythical reptiles
We've put together this useful identification guide to help you recognise the mythical reptile you're confronted with and to give you some tips on where to spot them today.
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What's in a traditional Christmas dinner?
Food historian Sam Bilton explores what makes up a traditional Christmas dinner and how tastes have changed over the centuries.