2025 marks Jane Austen’s 250th anniversary. She is buried at Winchester Cathedral. Her final resting place can be found in the north nave aisle of the cathedral under a memorial stone. Her grave is surprisingly understated, a simple black ledger stone on the floor of the north aisle. Initially, the epitaph makes no mention of … More In the Footsteps of a Literary Legend: Jane Austen’s Grave
After exploring the Lindisfarne Priory, the City Adventurers headed over to Lindisfarne Castle. Perched dramatically on a rocky outcrop, the castle was originally a Tudor fort. It was later converted into a super stylish holiday home by the famous architect, Edwin Lutyens. This mix of military history and Edwardian design makes it a really unique … More Climbing high at Lindisfarne Castle
The City Adventurers visited Lindisfarne Priory last September. If you’re looking for a place that feels like it’s been plucked right out of a history book, this place is it. Tucked away on Holy Island, just off the Northumberland coast, this place is steeped in history. You can literally feel the stories in the stones. … More Stepping back in time at Lindisfarne Priory
What can you discover at the London Museum of Docklands? The City Adventurers went to investigate. The London Museum Docklands is based in West India Quay, near Canary Wharf. It is easily accessible via the Docklands Light Railway (DLR). The short walk from the station takes you past the two remaining traditional brick warehouses in the … More London Museum of Docklands
The Jurors Duke of Cambridge dedicated a permanent artwork called “The Jurors” at Runnymede in 2015. This art installation celebrates the 800th anniversary of Magna Carta and was created by Hew Locke. It is formed of 12 bronze chairs, each decorated with panels of images and symbols relating to past and ongoing struggles for freedom, rule … More Magna Carta-inspired artwork at Runnymede
We awoke to rain lashing the windows and reports of potholes on the motorway, but we were not worried. For this trip we had decided to let the train take the strain. It takes around an hour and a half to travel from London St Pancras to Leicester. A short walk from the station took … More Uncovering King Richard III
Who doesn’t love a treasure hunt? Treasure Hunts In London self guided hunts allow you to treasure hunt using your phone and the ClueKeeper app. The “Treasures” you are seeking are iconic buildings, winding streets and hidden alleys, parks and fountains plus artwork around the city. The ultimate aim is to discover history on your … More Discover history on your doorstep