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.
Guy Fawkes
Remember, Remember the 5th of November… Bonfire Night. But why do the British celebrate with fireworks, bonfires – and set fire to ‘Guy’?
Thomas Dallam’s visit to the Sultan of Turkey
Queen Elizabeth I’s magnificent gift to the Sultan of Turkey was designed, built and then accompanied on its trip to Constantinople by craftsman Thomas Dallam….
Why is Eyam Significant?
Why is Eyam significant? When plague reached Eyam, a small village in Derbyshire, in 1665, the villagers took courageous action to stop the deadly disease from spreading…
William Of Orange
William III came to the throne with his wife Mary after the ‘Glorious Revolution’ of 1688/9…
The Battle of Bosworth Field
Early in August 1485 the would-be Lancastrian king, Henry Tudor sailed across the English Channel from France to south Wales…
The Five Boroughs Of Danelaw
The five boroughs of Danelaw were the five main towns of Danish Mercia, under Danish law and customs…
The Leeds Dripping Riots
Bread and dripping was a staple food for the poor and times when food was scarce. Indeed it was so valuable that people would even riot over it…
