Maggie – to mourn or to mock?
Britain’s longest-serving Prime Minister of the 20th century appears to be dividing the country as much in death as she did in life.
Five questions about ale – Quick Quiz
None of your nasty fizzy yellow pasteurised stuff here – we’re talking proper top-fermented ale, conditioned in the cask or bottle. Are you a serious drinker? Answer our questions and find out!
British Expat Newsletter: February 2013
This month: Bobby Shaftoe and other histories – the evolution of real-world events into nursery rhymes and folk songs.
Five questions about walls – Quick Quiz
Walls are such a feature of everyday life that it’s easy to forget they’re there sometimes. How much do you know about them?
British Expat Newsletter: November 2012
This month: Pewterers, plaisterers and pattenmakers – the guild system over the ages.
Clock goes back
An atmospheric, moody shot of the Great Clock of Westminster (“Big Ben”) – just in case any of you wanted a reminder of how miserable late autumn in the UK can be!