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From the obvious (architecture and hygiene) to the more unusual (fast food and advertising) the Romans have left their mark across the country. Here, two of our experts, Mark Douglas and Frances McIntosh, explain about what we owe to the influence of the Roman Empire.
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Celtic culture in England: History and legacy
Historian Thomas Williams explores the history behind Celtic culture and its legacy in the present day.
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Florence Nightingale Richards: Tintagel's Keeper of the Keys
For more than half a century, one woman was custodian and keeper of the keys at Tintagel Castle. Read more about the wonderfully eccentric Florence Nightingale Richards, her habits and the famous tourists she met over the years.
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Jobs in a Victorian country house
Dr Andrew Hann and Eleanor Matthews explore the range of job roles undertaken at 19th-century country houses and what the dynamics were between those who lived and worked there.
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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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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.