Art historian Abigail Harrison-Moore recently called Standen one of the most charming examples of Arts and…
Tag: BritishHeritage
Harold and the Bayeux Tapestry
Harold ll (Harold Godwinson) was the last Anglo-Saxon king of England because, unfortunately for him, he…
Windmill Hill Mill – A restoration challenge
Not far from its better-known neighbour, Herstmonceux Castle, is Windmill Hill Mill. This mill has existed…
Ferry ‘Cross the Mersey: A Timeless Journey Along Liverpool’s Famous Waterfront
Some experiences become so closely associated with a city that they almost feel compulsory. In Liverpool,…
The Bayeux Tapestry Returns Home: A Sussex Story Nearly 1,000 Years in the Making
Few historical artefacts capture the imagination quite like the Bayeux Tapestry. Stretching almost 70 metres in…
Grandeur in Eastbourne
The Grand Hotel in Eastbourne, known locally as ‘the white palace’, is by far the largest…
Maidstone Gin – George Bishop’s Legacy
A gin and tonic sipped with ice and lemon in the sunshine is a part of…
Hidden Hever: Beyond the Castle Walls – Part Two
In Part One, I ended with the woodland walk and a stunning display of bluebells. After…
Notable Figures of Kent and Sussex
While travelling through the rolling hills and scenic landscapes of Kent and Sussex, it is significant…
Discovering Historic Ludlow, Shropshire
Bright sunshine and beaming blooms at the weekend were clear indications of Spring having arrived and…