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  • From folklore to feasting: The story of apples in England

    There's more to the humble apple and its harvest than we might think, with many traditions and customs arising throughout history around love, fertility, health and even temptation.

  • The history of the biscuit

    From Roman rusks to 21st-century 3D-printed titbits, Food Historian Annie Gray unpicks the toothsome history of a favourite snack: the biscuit.

  • Historic gardens

    These unique landscapes have been shaped by the people who owned, cared for and enjoyed them in the past. Discover the top gardens to visit near you and what to look out for at different times of the year.