Mary Anning: The Princess of Palaeontology

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

My Favourite Places to Visit in England

It's English Toursim Week. Click here to find out my favourite places to visit in England with historical and literary connections. 🏰

280 years ago today, Sotherby's held it's first book sale. Click here to enjoy me babbling about both books and history. 📚📚📚

200 year ago today, the RNLI was formed in a pub in London. Click here to find out more about this vital rescue service. 🚤 🌊

It's Tell a Fairy Tale day! Click here to find out more about the day and what makes a fairy tale a fairy tale. 🧚🏻🧚🏻‍♂️🧚🏻‍♀️

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

Today is National Puzzle Day in the US! Did you know jigsaw puzzles were invented in the 1700s? Click here to find out more. 🧩🧩🧩🧩

A century ago today, Britain elected its first Labour prime minister. So, why not use this as a chance to babble about 18th Century politics?

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

Happy New Year! For my first post of 2024, I reveal a few facts about New Year's Day in the UK. Click here to learn more. 🎉