The History of England Magazine
Every month we present new feature articles relating to the history of this green and pleasant land. From ancient battlefields to famous people, hangings to national celebrations, we’ve got something to interest everyone.
You may also be interested in our History of Britain section covering the period from the Act of Union during Queen Anne‘s reign to the modern day.
Robin Hood
Legend has it that Robin Hood was an outlaw living in Sherwood Forest with his ‘Merry Men’ – but did he really exist and if so, how much of the legend is true?
A Medieval Christmas
Some well known modern Christmas traditions have their roots in the Medieval celebrations…
William II (Rufus)
William II, known as William Rufus, is perhaps best known for the controversy surrounding his death whilst hunting in the New Forest. But there was much more to this king…
Ancient British Weapons and Armour
Part One of our Arms and Armour series. Ancient Britons, Romans, Saxons and Norman soldiers, their armour and weapons.
Nell Gwyn (Gwynne)
‘Pretty, witty Nell’ was perhaps the best known and remembered mistress of King Charles II…
West Country Duking Days
One of the most harrowing episodes in the history of England’s West Country began on 11th June 1685, when Charles II’s illegitimate son, the Duke of Monmouth, sailed into Lyme Regis harbour and the Monmouth Rebellion began…
Barbara Villiers
Barbara Villiers, Lady Castlemaine, was the favourite mistress of King Charles II…
The Hanging of the Hartlepool Monkey
During the Napoleonic Wars legend has it that the people of Hartlepool hanged a shipwrecked monkey as a French spy…
