It’s the most common question I get asked by my followers – what Welsh history books would you recommend? I am flattered to be asked! And always so happy that someone wants to learn more about Welsh history! So here’s my roundup of my personal favourite Welsh history books. I have purposely shied away from…
Guest Post – How five books shaped my life-long love of history
Right, here’s an upfront confession. I wasn’t an avid reader growing up who couldn’t put books down. I do recall an intense Roald Dahl phase (who doesn’t) but when I was younger you’d be more likely to find me watching Friends on loop with a massive bowl of pasta and cheese or dancing around to…
4 New History Books For May 2020
May means pay day – and a chance to buy more history books! But what new history books are out there in May 2020? You see – like all other aspects of life, coronavirus is having an impact on the book industry too. Release dates for publications are being pushed back all over the place….
AD – Plymouth Gin – The Oldest Gin Distillery in the UK
Britain is most definitely in the grips of a Gin Craze – but it isn’t our first one! Back in the late 17th Century, the Dutch drink known as genever became incredibly popular when William III expressed a fondness for it (yes, celebrity endorsements were a thing even then!) I recently visited Plymouth with Future…
AD – Exploring Plymouth’s Mayflower History with Future Inns
On the 16th of September 1620, the Mayflower sailed from Plymouth with 120 passengers. Their destination was America. Little did they know that their journey would go on to become a seminal moment in the history of that nation. 2020 is the 400th anniversary of this historic journey. To celebrate, Future Inns UK kindly invited me…
10 Period Drama Films to Watch This International Women’s Day
March 8th is International Women’s Day – a chance to champion women’s rights and celebrate womanhood in general, including those that have gone before. At the same time, with the rise in popularity of Women’s History, 2020 is turning into a strong year for female-led period dramas. So why not spend International Women’s Day taking…
Look Up London – International Women’s Day Walks
REBELS, SAINTS AND SINNERS, MISTRESSES, QUEENS AND GODDESSES As International Women’s Day approaches, one of the most inventive and absorbing walking tour guides is inviting Londoners and London visitors to celebrate the city’s women. From 3- 8 March 2020, the week leading up to International Women’s Day, Look Up London will bring people closer to…
The Most Instagrammable Museum in London – The Wallace Collection
In the world of history blogging, I am always on the look out for the next historical photo opportunity. And I was lucky enough to recently discover the most Instagrammable museum in London. The Wallace Collection is quickly becoming the museum du jour – and its largely down to its aesthetic. Think silk wallpaper, velvet…
Review – British Baroque at Tate Britain
Us British aren’t exactly known for being a flamboyant and outgoing people. So when the Tate announced a new exhibition devoted to British Baroque – that short lived but extravagant art and architectural style – I was intrigued. What exactly is British Baroque I hear you ask? Well, have you ever been to Blenheim Palace…
Guest Post – An Historical Travel Guide to Raby Castle
Regular Hisdoryan followers will know I’m all about community and supporting my fellow History Girls – so I’m really pleased I’m able to feature a guest post from Kayla, the lovely lady behind A Regency Girl. A Regency Girl is a history themed travel blog for period drama fans and historical fiction readers. I get…
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