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.

Timeline of Events AD 700 – 2012

Historic UK’s Timeline of Historical Events that took place between A.D. 700 and 2012, the Diamond Jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II.

read more

Give Us Our Eleven Days

The Calendar Riots of 1752, when Britain lost 11 days on changeover from the Julian to Gregorian calendar

read more

The History of Steam Trains and Railways

Britain on track. An invention that changed the world, the steam railway locomotive, was 200 years old in 2004…

read more