19th century stables near nature reserve could be converted into three new homes
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Back in time for 19th century grub at Blists Hill Victorian Town
Love will soon be in the air with Valentine’s Day, and as the old saying goes, the way to many of our hearts is through our ...
Inside the 300-year-old stately home that once hosted Queen Victoria
Wentworth Woodhouse is the largest private residence in England but it was left to descend into ruin. Now, it's undergoing a ...
The Conversation24d
History under the floorboards: decoding the diets of institutionalised women in 19th century Sydney
but is equally important for the story of 19th century Australian immigration. After the end of convict transportation to New South Wales, the Hyde Park Barracks became home to the Female ...
The Economist8d
Milton Keynes shows the rest of Britain how to grow
Milton Keynes is brash, modern and car-oriented. Although founded only in 1967, it already contains some 300,000 people, ...
Was Queen Victoria the first influencer? How the ‘media monarch’ shaped the modern world
From white wedding dresses to Christmas trees, Victoria’s personal choices became global trends—long before the age of social ...
Opinion: Renaming Ontario schools is a waste of time and money — and also wrong
By Michael Zwaagstra It appears Toronto District School Board (TDSB) trustees have too much time on their hands. That’s the ...
Scotland’s most opulent & expensive homes with coolest locations
From multi-million-pound mansions to quirky hobbit houses and glass cottages overlooking serene lochs, Scotland is a treasure trove of architectural gems nestled in some of the most picturesque ...
London Evening Standard24d
Best online antique stores for every budget: A guide
an early 19th Century Gothic oak reliquary cabinet. Divine. Ever on the rise, Vinterior is an incredibly popular place to shop for verifiably vintage pieces of furniture and home accessories at a ...
The Conversation25d
What the Opium Wars can tell us about China, the U.S. and fentanyl
In the first half of the 19th century, the British government faced ... to Canton (modern-day Guangzhou), the home base for British opium merchants, to stem the flow of opium and destroy the ...
London Evening Standard25d
Explore the best British cheeses: Top expert recommendations and trends
The Standard's journalism is supported ... just looking to try something new to nibble at home, there’s a whole world of flavours to explore. British cheese is known for its quality, tradition ...