Anglo-Saxon Architecture: Understated Jewels of England’s Heritage

Discover the legacy of Anglo-Saxon architecture including some of England’s oldest standing buildings.




The Story of LGBTQ+ Activism in Lancaster and Morecambe

The towns of Lancaster and Morecambe have been forerunners in LGBTQ+ activism and recreation in the North of England since the 1970s.




From Lamp Posts to Litter Bins: The Stories Behind England’s Street Furniture

Street furniture’s deceptively simple, everyday functionality ensures the generally smooth operation of the public realm, as well as often providing subtle local character and style.




The Great British Pantomime

Every Christmas, Brits flock to the theatres for pantomime season. But the great British panto is neither solely British, nor technically a pantomime.




‘Twas Christmas Day in the Historic England Archive

Here we look at a selection of our historic images that capture something of Christmas past.