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Tracing the history of Britain from 1901-2012... 1900 1901-10 Reign of King Edward VII 1903 The Women's Social and Political Union is formed to campaign for women's suffrage. Emmeline and Christabel Pankhurst soon become the most prominent members. 1904 Britain...

Read our 6 facts about the women who changed British history, by fighting for the vote and dedicating their lives to a noble yet dangerous cause Did you know? Writer Mary Wollstonecraft has been called The Mother of...

The Palace of Westminster is one of the most recognised buildings in the world. Join us as we explore the chambers of this magnificent landmark. The Palace of Westminster © Ian Shaw/AlamyThe Palace of...

Prince William and Catherine are the world's most famous couple. We hunt down 10 facts you may not know about the young royals. 1. Family tree Catherine is distantly related to Prince William – they are 12th...

The 20th century encompasses some of the most momentous events in British history. From the extravagant Edwardians to two world wars and from an unrivalled Empire to Royal abdication, it has seen sacrifice, success,...

Surrounded in scandal and suffused with celebrity, London’s West End is the largest theatre district in the world. From its origins in the 16th century to today’s bustling hub of commercialism and creativity, it...

The Wellington Arms in Hampshire is the perfect rural retreat for locals and Londoners alike In the forthcoming issue of BRITAIN magazine we look at the wealth of wonderful places to visit that are within...

An iconic brasserie brand that first launched opened in 1975, and had branches all over London has now been condensed into one slick, smart restaurant in the heart of the City of London. Iconic Chez...

Whizz up to the 72nd floor of Western Europe’s tallest building for a knee-trembling but incredible perspective of London with The View from the Shard – now open to the public The Shard appears like...

Make sure you take time to spot our top 10 must-see highlights. 1. The Bank of England is home to a famous London ghost story, that of the Lady in Black, Sarah Whitehead. In 1812...