Castle Hill: The Brigantes, King Arthur and Dragons

It's Local Community and History Month in the UK! This year I delve into the history of a local landmark, Castle Hill, and there be dragons.

Lord George Gordon Byron: Georgian Bad Boy or Simply Misunderstood?

200 years ago today, Lord George Gordon Byron died in Greece after fleeing scandal in England. Was he a bad boy, or was he misunderstood?

Mary Anning is one of the most infuential scientists in British history, but her work was not recognised for 200 years.

Was gay cruising in Georgian Britain a thing? Yes, and you can find out about Sodomite's Walk in London by clicking here.

Did you know the foundations for modern boxing were laid in the Georgian era? Check out my post about Daniel Mendoza to learn more.

Why do we kiss under the mistletoe? Click here to find out and learn the story of the kissing bough, a historic Christmas decoration.

Two hundred years ago this month, the first pier opened in Brighton. Click here to learn more about Brighton Chain Pier.

It's Black History Month in the UK. Ann Duck may not be famous, but she dared to be resourceful in her fight to survive Georgian London.

How did one practice safe sex in the eighteenth century? For Sexual Health Week, I've put together a little history about safe sex.

What could you expect if you were invited to a Georgian tea party? Click here to learn a bit about tea and tea parties in the Georgian era.