Vivien Leigh exhibition to open in York
Iconic Gone with the Wind star’s public and private life is explored with stunning photos and other highlights from the actress’ personal collection.
One of Britain’s most iconic actresses, Vivien Leigh embodied an age as...
Tower of London poppies to tour north of England
Two parts of installation – Wave and Weeping Willow – will go on show in Yorkshire, Liverpool and Northumberland later this year.
The poppies at the Tower of London were one of the most poignant...
View newsreel of key moments in British history
A million minutes of digitised film – the largest collection of news footage to date – has been added to YouTube to create a historical treasure trove.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g_DMEIu-SxA&list=PLYUZufl6UGR8SpLK5werr3rTuNE41GxoU&index=1
More than one million minutes of digitised film...
First World War warship HMS M.33 opens to public
A small ship with a big history, this unique warship will offer a taste of the ill-fated Gallipoli with an immersive battle experience.
The only First World War Navy warship to survive the ill-fated Gallipoli...
Make Afternoon Tea last all week
It will soon be time for tea all week long as Britain gears up for a national celebration of the teatime treat.
If you, like us, love your tea, there are plenty treats in store...
Secrets and mysteries of historic homes inspire tales
Ten writers rose to the challenge of weaving their imaginations around our built heritage creating some enthralling short stories.
Ten new tales inspired by the secrets, history and mysteries of British heritage properties have been...
Battle of Britain 75th Anniversary Air Show
See Spitfires scramble in living history representation of crucial Second World War aerial battle at IWM Duxford.
Spitfires will take to the skies for The Battle of Britain Anniversary Air Show at IWM Duxford in...
Happy second birthday, Prince George!
The charming young prince is two years old today.
It’s hard to believe that it’s been two years since the scenes of jubilation outside St Mary’s hospital in Paddington when it was announced to the...
Britain’s iconic red post boxes preserved
The future's bright for this great of British design as Royal Mail and English Heritage commit to their maintenance.
The red post box is one of the most recognisable designs in the world and an...
BFI launches Britain on Film archive
Thousands of unseen videos dating back as far as 1902 offer a charming insight into life around Britain.
The British Film Institute has launched a new online collection of film clips from around the UK,...
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