England

England became a unified state in AD 927 and, since the 15th century, has had a significant impact on the wider world, developing the English language, the Anglican Church, and English law – the basis for the common law legal systems of many other countries around the world. Its beautiful and varied countryside is interspersed with quaint villages and cosmopolitan cities including the capital, London.

A day in the life of a Beefeater at the Tower of London

Beefeater Rob Fuller, the Chief Yeoman Warder at the Tower of London, takes us through a typical day at his historic home and place of work Editor’s note*: At the time of this interview Rob…

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The best immersive experiences in London

Immersive experiences in London, from playing a life-sized version of an iconic board game to stepping into a famous painting, are hugely popular. Get ready to dive in… The best immersive experiences in London The…

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What’s on in London in 2024: Exhibitions, openings and cultural highlights

Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a life-long Londoner, London is always a vibrant place to be – and with an array of new openings, shows and events coming up, 2024 is set to be…

LONDON 2024 is out now!

LONDON 2024 IS THE ULTIMATE COLLECTION OF THE VERY BEST THAT OUR CAPITAL CITY HAS TO OFFER Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a life-long Londoner, London is always a vibrant place to be –…

Win a luxury stay at The Mayfair Townhouse

We’re offering one lucky reader and their guest the chance to win a one night’s stay at London’s luxurious The Mayfair Townhouse The Mayfair Townhouse is a new high-end neighbourhood hotel overlooking London’s Green Park…

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Tower Bridge: A towering achievement

Tower Bridge is a familiar feature of the London skyline, but the people that lived and worked on this iconic structure had long been forgotten – until a new initiative revealed their stories Words by…

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Cheshire: Salt of the earth

With its leafy canals, crooked Tudor houses and saltmaking heritage, visitors to Cheshire discover a lesserknown but uniquely colourful history Words by Jenny Rowe-Patel Perhaps best known as the home of footballers and their reality…

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The Little Ice Age in Britain: Winter Warmers

During the Little Ice Age Britain’s cold winters were a time of hardship, but our resourceful forebears found ways to make the best of the icy conditions What was the Little Ice Age? Ensconced in…

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Best London pubs for cosy vibes

LONDON IS HOME TO SOME OF THE COSIEST PUBS IN THE COUNTRY – HERE ARE OUR BEST PUBS IN LONDON FOR COSY VIBES… Words by Kaeah Sen As summer draws to a close and the…

Indulge in London Luxury at The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences

Nestled in the heart of London’s elegant Mayfair, The Athenaeum Hotel & Residences stands as a beacon of refined opulence and British charm Sponsored post With its prime location on Piccadilly, this family-run, five-star gem…