What Does the Staffordshire Hoard Tell Us?
10 years of research has revealed new insights into the nation’s largest Anglo-Saxon treasure. read more
Author Archives: English Heritage
How England’s First Self-Service Store Heralded the Birth of the Modern Supermarket
Here we look at the evolution of grocery shopping, from the 19th century to the present day. read more
What is the Oldest Pub or Inn in England?
Pubs are fertile ground for tall tales, with many claims to the oldest pub in England. Here are the facts. read more
A Brief History of Community Centres in England
Community centres emerged in the late 19th century through a variety of social movements. read more
The Story of the Great Smog of London
From 5 to 9 December 1952, a thick, toxic smog blanketed London. read more