Historic places
Wolf Hall costumes go on display at Hever Castle – plus more of Britain’s best Tudor experiences
Unearth six of the best Tudor experiences in Britain, from walking among the yew pyramids of Athlehampton in Dorset to sampling 500-year-old recipes at Merchant's House in Pembrokeshire
Chatsworth House guide: History of the iconic stately home, how to visit and why it's famous
Discover the history behind the Grade I-listed Chatsworth House and what it's famous for – as well as its Jane Austen connection
Who was Jane Austen? History of the famous author and best heritage houses to visit in the UK
Jane Austen is one of the nation’s most beloved classic novelists. Her characters converse in parlours and gallivant across the land, but what was her life like? Here is our expert Jane Austen guide which looks at her family history, locations that inspired her novels and places you can visit.
Medieval toilet helps uncover lost home of England’s last Anglo-Saxon King
Archaeologists believe they've found the West Sussex residence used by King Harold during the Norman Conquest, thanks partly to the location of a loo
Extraordinary photos show rescue of enormous medieval barn on the edge of London
A mammoth 12-month project to restore one of Britain’s largest thatched buildings begins as a new roof goes on the 15th-century Upminster Tithe Barn.
The UK's best viaducts to explore by rail, foot or bike for magnificent scenery and Roman-inspired architecture
Boasting wood, worms and wizards, the UK has a wealth of wonderful viaducts. Matt Baird picks 6 you can explore via rail, foot and bicycle
Best windmills to visit in the UK – plus ones you can stay in
We explore the history of windmills in the UK, the best windmills to visit and windmills you can stay in
What are the different types of windmills and how do they work?
Learn about the different types of windmills found in the UK, as well as how the work, and well-known examples to visit
Could Britain’s historical windmills disappear entirely? We meet those determined to save these beautiful, iconic buildings
For centuries, Britain’s windmills harnessed the power of nature to grind grain, but many of these historic structures now face ruin. Jack Watkins meets the dedicated people working hard to save them
Trenches, tombs and a hidden church above a shopping centre – 17 extraordinary historic sites added to the National Heritage List
First World War practice trenches, a rare 17th-century chest tomb and a Tudor-style pub are among the 17 historic sites that have gained protected status this year.
Butchered and cannibalised: 3,000 bones found in Somerset shaft suggest ‘othering’ of enemies in Bronze Age Britain
A new study of the remains – initially unearthed in the 1970s – indicates that the victims were likely consumed as a form of retaliation or revenge.
Christmas can be a hazardous and dangerous time for pets. Here's why
From chocolate to tinsel, Christmas is full of dangers for pets. Here are 10 to watch for
These strange 'witches marks' were just discovered at a medieval manor house in England – but that's not all that was found
Demon traps and curses: discover which 15th-century British hall is a supernatural fortress…
Why these 10 historic sites could soon be lost forever
Castles, churches, gardens and railway stations have all been added to Historic England's Heritage at Risk Register 2024 – but many historic places have also been saved.
Discover Doggerland, the prehistoric land that once bridged the UK with the rest of Europe - until it was claimed by the sea
Did you know land that once connected Britain to mainland Europe? Here's what it would have looked like
Why is the poppy a symbol of remembrance?
How did the poppy become a symbol of remembrance? We recount how this pretty red flower came to represent the fallen.
Why some places are more 'thankful' than others. Discover the shameful secret behind the villages with no war memorial
We track down Britain's thankful villages
Britain's most haunted places - do you dare to visit one at night?
From ancient castles to haunted hills and scary inns, discover the most haunted places in the UK with BBC Countryfile Magazine's spooky guide
Britain's wonkiest houses: 5 bewildering buildings that defy the laws of gravity
Would you dare enter these crooked buildings?
Best Norman castles, cathedrals and churches to visit: Discover past relics from the master builders
The Normans are famed for their castles - here are some of their best
Who won the Battle of Stamford Bridge?
What happened at the Battle of Stamford Bridge? We take a look at the other 1066 battle
The Battle of Hastings in 1066: How William the Conqueror's ruthless invasion changed the country forever
On October 14, 1066 Anglo-Saxon King Harold died on the battlefield at Hastings and the invading Normans conquered England. What traces of these epic events remain in our countryside? Historian Joel Burden leads us back in time...
Unraveling the mystique of Standing Stones: Ancient monuments and lost legends in timeless landscapes
There are ancient stone circles all across the British countryside - here's what we know about them
'Dorset Stonehenge' discovered under Thomas Hardy's home, plus five more amazing prehistoric finds
The Neolithic site, discovered in the garden of Max Gate in Dorchester, has been given protected status