Stephen Courtauld and his wife Virginia were known for their fancy - and somewhat unconventional - dinner parties at Eltham Palace. Just imagine being invited for cocktails in an extravagant Art Deco home or dancing in a medieval hall that once accommodated Tudor kings. The gramophone is spinning,...
Easter is the most important date in the Christian calendar. Every year, Christians around the world remember Jesus’ crucifixion and celebrate his resurrection three days later.
But how did the egg come to represent Easter? We take a look at some of the theories, explore the traditions that hav...
In its Victorian heyday, Brodsworth Hall in Yorkshire could rely upon an army of servants to maintain the elaborate house and its luxurious interiors. But in the twentieth century, funds dwindled and the Grant-Dalton family did what they could to keep their home clean and presentable.
But caring ...
Topiary sculptures come in all shapes and sizes - from decorative balls and spirals to massive hedges and ornate birds and animals. Michael Klemperer, Senior Gardens Advisor, advises on how we sculpt and care for topiary creation in English Heritage's historic gardens. And he shares tips for how yo...
One of the main reasons the Victorians fell in love with Christmas was because of the way the Royal family celebrated it. Sam Bilton investigates the festive feasts and other Christmas traditions.
'O Christmas Tree'
Queen Victoria had grown up with the tradition of decorating a tree at Christm...
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