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This love story set in medieval England is based on real historical figures whose strong bond defies the traps of intrigue-ridden court of Edward the Confessor.

In late September of 1066, William, Duke of Normandy, brought an army across the English Channel to fight for his claim to the English Throne.

York Minster is one of England's great cathedrals, and very accessible. It can be more relaxing than seeing Westminster Abbey in London.

Learn why English has words from Anglo Saxon and Latin roots, and which words fiction writers should choose to make their writing vibrant and exciting.

Hereward the Wake was the leader of the last organized Saxon resistance to William the Conqueror.

Lying just an hour from London by train, Colchester has managed to preserve its ancient buildings and heritage from developers, while allowing modernity to flourish

Grace O'Malley (1530-1603) defied belief, resisted definition, despised convention, and ultimately took on the greatest enemy her land had yet encountered. And won!

From 1066 England was ruled by the descendants of William the Conqueror for almost 100 years, allowing French influence to entrench itself upon the governance of England.

Egbert was king of Wessex during Britain's Early Middle Ages and ruled from 802 until his death in 839.

Offa was the King of Mercia from 757 until his death in July, 796. Offa came to the throne during a period of civil war following the assassination King Aethelbald.

The Vandal people, despite causing Rome some grief in the 5th Century, have been given a bad rap. A quick glance at their history will shed some light on the subject.

Misconceptions abound regarding the ancient Vikings and their behaviors. The truth about Vikings, however, can be just as interesting.

York Minster has a history stretching back some 1,400 years, but Christianity was established in the area long before the Minster was created.

Historic Cardiff Castle, home to the Bute Family and with unique interior work by William Burges, is one of the top tourist sights in Cardiff, the capital of Wales

Archaeologist Neil Oliver presents the real story of Scotland as he exposes many myths and legends in this exciting new documentary series.

The Battle of Hastings is one of the most famous conflicts in history and this fact-based docu-drama tells the plight of ordinary English men on the frontline.

In medieval society most young women accepted the suitors chosen by their parents and they married when they were instructed to do so. But what if they didn't?

East Sussex coastline has many fascinating tourist attractions. William the Conqueror landed here and the Prince Regent built the Royal Pavilion here.

1066 is remembered for the wrestle between Harold and William for the English throne. But there was a third combatant for the crown: Harald Sigurdsson.

Best known for being defeated by William I, Harold had previously defeated a Viking force and successfully invaded England himself.

Arguably Britain's prettiest wild deer, fallow deer are widespread in woods, farmland and parkland. Most have a distinctive dappled coat, but there are also white deer.

A few tips and tricks on ensuring the best fruity bang for your buck along with some inspired ways to prepare your fruit (other than just for dessert).

This recipe is a modern take on an old-fashioned classic and is perfect for warding off winter's icy chill. A slow-cooker keeps it warm and ready for holiday gatherings

Edward the Confessor was an English king noted for his religious piety. He was responsible for the building of the original Westminster Abbey.

Henry I was the youngest son of William the Conqueror, gaining the English throne after William II's death in the New Forest, whilst his brother Robert was in France.

Although Britain remains strongly Anglo-Norman-Celtic, nearly two hundred years of migration have started to bring a greater diversity to the island.

Britain has been a magnet for migrants since Roman times. A history of immigration to UK from Protestant refugees of around 1500AD to gypsies, Irish, Jews, Italians.

Medieval pirates and privateers like the Vikings and the Mediterranean corsairs were as colorful as Jack Sparrow and the Pirates of the Caribbean, but less well known

The use of the coracle was once prevalent throughout the British Isles.

Standing at the heart of city of Canterbury in Kent, the Gothic cathedral is an architectural landmark in the heart of the "Garden of England" and is steeped in history.

Grandson of both Rhys ap Tewdwr and Gruffydd ap Cynan, Rhys ap Gruffydd started life as a royal. He quickly realized the best way to fight the Normans was compromise.

William the Conqueror's best troops at the battle of Hastings were his heavily armoured Norman Knights.

Corfu is a beautiful small island located just off the West coast of Greece. This green island has a lot to offer for those looking for a holiday filled with variety.

Most travelers know about the beautiful Amalfi Coast, but only recently has the region's major town become a thriving port of call for ships sailing around Italy.

Castles in Kent highlight centuries of history in a county strategically placed between London and the English Channel.

A few miles south of Athlone, in the very centre of Ireland, is one of the most important monastic sites in this land of saints and scholars.

If you've ever wondered who Apicius was, or why Sicily has a distinctive cuisine, then check out the Oxford Companion to Italian Food - a fascinating culinary guide.

Dublin, now the capital of an independent and thriving Irish state, owes its existence and character to that same state's long-time enemy, the English.

Wilsons Promontory, one of Australia's most magnificent eco destinations, is bouncing back after the 2009 bushfires, to help Victoria recover its nature tourism industry.

Adventure and misadventure, fantasy and fairy tale, monsters and mystery...growing up isn't easy, but some story from this guide suits the sympathies of any child.

If you're thinking of going on holiday in Sicily, and would love to learn about Sicilian Cuisine, take a look at these 'Food and Wine' villas from soloSicily.

It's made from fruit, but it has the carbonation and alcohol level of beer. Hard apple cider is a fruity spritzer centuries ahead of its time.

Often cited as one of the oldest types of horses, the Iberian horse includes three Portuguese horse breeds and fourteen Spanish breeds.

Harold Godwinson used politics to become King of England, however, his reign would soon end when he faced William the Conqueror on the Battlefield of Hastings, 1066

King John is known as the nemesis of Robin Hood and for his conflicts and vices. However, his involvement in the Magna Carta paved the way for modern democracy.

English cuisine is criticised despite a rich heritage and culture that compares with most culinary traditions. This classic extract will inspire both cook and gourmand.

York Minster Cathedral is one of the finest in England, but the ancient city also has Viking connections, some major museums, fine city walls and the historic Shambles.

Notes on The First Noel, one of the favorite traditional Christmas carols.

Lewes, county town of East Sussex and an hour by train from London, is an historic English town with a long tradition of dissent. It even has its own currency.

Settled by the Corinthians in the eighth century BC, Corfu was important in the Persian and Peloponnesian Wars, but suffered later from being on the fringes of empires.