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Exploring Roman Colchester, The Oldest City In England
Colchester, in Essex, claims to be the oldest recorded town in England. It was certainly the first Roman colonia, built on the site of an
29 April 2020 3 Comments
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The Ancient Stone Circles Of Cornwall
There are more than 1000 stone circles in the United Kingdom, and one of the best places to find them is in Cornwall. The county
4 September 2019 4 Comments
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Exploring Roman York
York is better known as a medieval city than for its Roman origins. Yet it was once a very important Roman town. I set out
27 April 2018 8 Comments
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Discovering Roman London
London’s long history is one of its many attractions for visitors. Yet less is known of the city’s Roman past than of the Middle Ages
13 April 2018 10 Comments
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A Continuous Tradition: The Roman Spa And Hot Springs Of Bath
Over the years I have developed a mild obsession with Roman remains, seeking them out across Europe and elsewhere. But even better than ruins are
2 February 2018 9 Comments
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Reliving Medieval History At Mount Grace Priory, Yorkshire
At first sight, Mount Grace Priory looks more like a Jacobean house than a medieval monastery. You approach a grand façade with a formal stepped
26 January 2018 8 Comments
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Save Money When You Visit Historic Sites, With English Heritage Membership
UPDATE – August 2021. English Heritage properties are now open but numbers are limited and visits need to be booked in advance. Read the English
19 January 2018 6 Comments
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