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The Beginner’s Guide To The University Boat Race

The upcoming 160th University Boat Race sees Oxford and Cambridge battling it out on the River Thames from Putney to Mortlake as they are watched by thousands of spectators. This…

Discover The Timeless Charm Of Blenheim Palace

As far as palaces go, Blenheim Palace is a real gem. This spectacular Oxfordshire mansion is one of England’s largest houses and was built between 1705 and 1722….

5 Weird and Wonderful Theories About Secretive Stonehenge

With a murky history still unexplained, part of Stonehenge’s charm lies in giving people the opportunity to play detective and decide for themselves who put the stones there,…

Tower of London by Night – Ceremony of the Keys

His Majesty’s Royal Palace and Fortress, otherwise known as the Tower of London, is a historic castle on the north bank of the River Thames. Built by William…

A Brief History of the Largest Opening Bridge in the World

Spanning the River Thames since 1894, Tower Bridge is one of the most recognizable bridges in the world. At the time, it was the largest and most sophisticated…

Top 5 Facts About Majestic St Paul’s Cathedral

St Paul’s Cathedral cannot be overestimated in terms of its cultural and historical significance to the whole of the UK, not merely London. It’s common knowledge that it has…