Smithfield Christmas Meat Auction Returns for 2025
London's historic Smithfield Christmas Meat Auction is back on Christmas Eve. Grab premium meats at bargain prices and witness one of the City's oldest festive traditions. Find all the details here.
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Review: £18.50 Fish & Chips at Sir Ian McKellen's Pub
We review the £18.50 fish and chips at The Grapes in Limehouse, a historic pub owned by acting legend Sir Ian McKellen. Discover the verdict on the food, atmosphere, and prices.
UK White Christmas 2025 Forecast & Historic Snow Facts
Will it snow on Christmas Day 2025? We examine the UK forecast, the Met Office's definition, and look back at historic white Christmases, including the last widespread one in 2010.
Bridge Park Centre heritage bid fails, £600m plan progresses
Historic England rejects listing for Bridge Park Centre, a site pivotal to London's Black history, allowing a major redevelopment with 1,000 homes and a new leisure centre to proceed.
Winter Tour of Luxembourg's Fairytale Castles
Discover a magical winter break in Luxembourg, exploring its atmospheric castles and frosty forests. Travel for free on the country's public transport network and stay in historic chateaux.
New DNA Tool to Reopen Historic UK Sex Crime Cases
A pioneering Y-STR DNA profiling tool is being rolled out nationwide, potentially increasing sex offender identification by over 20% and allowing police to reinvestigate historic cases. Read the full strategy.
Trump Admin: White House Ballroom a National Security Matter
The Trump administration argues a new White House ballroom is vital for national security, responding to a lawsuit aiming to halt the $300m project. Read the latest legal clash.
London's Best Winter Walk Ends at Cosy Historic Pub
Discover the perfect North London winter walk from Highgate to Hampstead Heath, crowned number one by experts. The scenic route ends at a brilliant 18th-century pub. Plan your afternoon adventure now.
Mentor found guilty of abusing five schoolgirls
Emem Udaw, 50, convicted of 14 counts of indecent assault on girls under 16 at Holland Park School. The historic abuse, spanning 2001-2004, was uncovered via social media. Justice served after 20 years.
Fantasy House Hunt: UK Homes with Exposed Beams
Explore five unique UK properties for sale, from a converted windmill to a rose-coloured cottage, all featuring beautiful exposed beams. Discover their history and charm.
£500k Historic Army Sketches Destroyed in Van Fire
A collection of 1,700 irreplaceable military drawings, valued at £500,000, was lost after a van was stolen in Livingston and set ablaze. Police are appealing for witnesses.
Forgotten WWII Pillbox Hidden at London Underground Station
Discover the WWII pillbox at Putney Bridge Station, a concrete relic from 1940 built as a last line of defence against German invasion. Learn its history and how to spot it today.
Croydon Minster's historic grounds set for revamp
Croydon Minster's forecourt is undergoing a major regeneration, removing a notorious subway and creating a safer, greener public space. Discover the plans for this historic landmark.
Empire State Building: A Timeless NYC Experience
Discover why the historic Empire State Building, a Wonder of the Modern World, is an unmissable experience for any visitor to New York City, offering tradition and breathtaking views.
Borough Market: London's Historic Food Paradise
Discover Borough Market, London's historic 18th-century food haven. Explore artisan producers, global street food, and must-try spots like The Black Pig. Plan your visit today!
Four arrested in £76m Louvre jewel heist
Four more suspects detained over the £76 million Louvre museum jewel robbery. The brazen daytime theft saw royal tiaras and necklaces stolen. Read the latest on the investigation.
Discover London's historic pubs from 1520 onwards
Explore London's oldest pubs from Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese to The Prospect of Whitby. Discover their fascinating stories, famous patrons like Charles Dickens, and centuries of history.
Tourists tear down ancient castle wall for photos
Tourists destroyed a 500-year-old wall at Ardvreck Castle to avoid wet feet for Instagram pictures. Historic Assynt condemns the vandalism on Scotland's NC500 route. Help protect our heritage.
Lost London revealed in historic photo collection
Discover London's vanished past through 300+ historic photographs in new book 'Panoramas of Lost London', featuring never-before-seen images of the capital's dramatic transformation.
First Treasures Recovered from San José Shipwreck
Colombian scientists retrieve the first artefacts from the legendary San José galleon, the 'holy grail of shipwrecks'. Discover the historic find and its implications.
Hornsey Town Hall restored after six-year project
North London's Grade II listed Art Deco gem, Hornsey Town Hall, reopens following a monumental six-year restoration, removed from the Heritage at Risk register. Discover the revived cultural hub.
Three pensioners arrested in Bradford care home probe
Two men and a woman in their 80s arrested over historic child sexual abuse at two Bradford care homes. Police urge victims to come forward. You will be listened to and believed.
Westminster Abbey dress code controversies revealed
Readers share their experiences with Westminster Abbey's strict clothing policies, from a child's woolly hat to a banned jumper. Discover the personal stories behind the rules and share your thoughts.
London's 300-year-old red house unchanged for centuries
Step inside the 306-year-old red house in Spitalfields, a perfectly preserved film location for The Danish Girl and Luther, resisting modernisation for three centuries.
10 Historic Hotels for a Time-Travel Getaway
Discover 10 unique hotels across the UK and Europe where you can step back in time, from Robert Browning's Florence apartment to a Tudor manor in Wales. Book your historic escape today!
Carbon capture plan for Darwin's historic home sparks debate
Japanese firm INPEX proposes carbon capture storage near Darwin's Down House, igniting conservation debate. Historic site faces modern climate solution dilemma.
London's Great Freeze of 1963: Milkmen on Skis
Relive London's coldest winter in 1963 when the capital froze for months. See how milkmen used skis and the Thames nearly froze. Discover more incredible photos from the Big Freeze.
Medomsley Detention Centre Abuse Ignored for Decades
Shocking investigation reveals how authorities ignored horrific physical and sexual abuse of thousands of young men at County Durham detention centre for 26 years.
Historic Simpson's Tavern to reopen as Cloth Cornhill
London's 18th century Simpson's Tavern is set to reopen in 2025 as Cloth Cornhill after a rent dispute closure. The new owners promise to maintain the historic spirit with chops, steaks and wine-fuelled lunches.
Winchester's Secret Island Garden Near London
Discover Winchester's hidden tropical paradise just an hour from London. Explore medieval streets, ancient cathedral and secret gardens in England's former capital.
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