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Monastic to modern: a history of universities
What does a stone slab at Yorkshire’s Fountains Abbey have in common with the modern-day university? This time on the English Heritage podcast, Michael Carter takes Amy on his journey of discovery, from an abbot’s strangely positioned headd
Feeding the masses: fuelling an agricultural revolution
It’s easy to take the food on our plates for granted, but the 20th century has been a time of enormous change for the production and supply of what we eat. Not to mention the sort of dish you’d be looking forward to on a Friday evening. Her
Pumps and people power: firefighting at country houses
Caring for country houses is a delicate task, involving protecting them from fire risk, weather, pests, and much more. Some things have remained the same over the years: fire has long been a looming threat for the residents of country house
The Melsonby Hoard: life in Iron Age Britain
In 2021, a Yorkshire metal detectorist unearthed one of the UK’s largest and most important Iron Age finds. Now the Melsonby Hoard is reshaping our understanding of life in Britain 2000 years ago. In this episode, we delve into the trove to
William Marshal: the man behind the myth
How did a 13th century knight become one of the greatest national heroes of his time? In this episode of the English Heritage podcast, Amy Matthews and her guests discover a true knight’s tale. William, a low-level aristocrat, narrowly avoi
A potted history of houseplants
People love to fill their homes with beautiful plants, but this is not a new phenomenon. The trade in wild plants and seeds has a complex history that stretches back into the past and across the world. Ahead of the Gardeners’ World Autumn P
Cultivating a vision: women in garden design
In this episode of the English Heritage podcast, we’ll discover the remarkable women who have helped to shape some of our most beautiful gardens. From Georgian garden retreats that provided refuge from the royal court and the backdrop for a
‘Dollar princesses’ or influential heiresses? A new perspective on Sargent’s American portraits
In the late 19th and early 20th century, glamorous, exciting and often very wealthy American women mingled with the British aristocracy and set the gossip pages alight with rumours of engagements. But alongside this fascination, anti-Americ
A short history of games with Taskmaster’s Alex Horne
This summer, we’ve partnered with TV’s Taskmaster to set you silly challenges as you explore 17 of our sites. So, we couldn’t miss the opportunity to discuss some of the more unusual games and entertainments enjoyed in the past. In this epi
The Black British composer who broke America
One of the first black students at the Royal College of Music in 1890, Samuel Coleridge-Taylor would go on to compose some of the most-loved music of his time and ‘break’ America. Despite this global success, Coleridge-Taylor made his home
‘Princely Shows’ and power: Elizabeth I at Kenilworth Castle
In the summer of 1575, Robert Dudley hosted 19 spectacular days of entertainment for Elizabeth I, including lavish new apartments for the queen, a beautifully manicured private garden, plays, hunting and pageantry. It was all in an ostentat
How 1930s fashion and design shook up a former medieval palace
We begin this episode with a fabulous and weighty pair of brooches. But which 1930s millionaire was sporting these tutti-frutti Cartier gems? And where might you have seen those designs before? Stephen and Virginia Courtauld were a well-bal
Espionage, identity and cross-dressing in the Middle Ages
Sometimes, historical research can offer unexpected questions and avenues of exploration. That’s what happened when English Heritage’s Will Wyeth was digging through a medieval manuscript. References to a medieval woman spy dressed in men’s
The enduring allure of stone circles
As the summer solstice approaches, thousands flock to monuments like Stonehenge seeking spiritual connection and a spectacular sunset and sunrise. But why are people still drawn to stone circles after thousands of years? This time on the En
The art of heritage: Turner’s vision of England
J M W Turner is considered one of England’s great artists, but why? This time on the English Heritage podcast, we dive into some of the 35 paintings Turner made of English Heritage sites to explore how he responded to a period of enormous e
The illuminating story of stained glass
Churches and buildings around England are home to beautiful stained glass enjoyed by communities and visitors every day. But less well known are the fascinating stories and histories behind these national treasures. This week on the English
People of 1381: stories from the Peasants’ Revolt
The summer of 1381 saw one of the biggest popular uprisings in Medieval Europe. Now, an innovative online resource is revealing how the Peasants’ Revolt impacted the lives of women, children and whole communities. This week, Amy Matthews is
Gladiators: finds, fans and fame
This week on the English Heritage podcast, Amy Matthews dips into the rivers of Northern England for an insight into Roman beliefs and the celebrity culture of gladiators. English Heritage’s Dr Frances Mcintosh and Dr Philippa Walton from t
The camera, the cook and the chauffeur: a country house love story
Today we head to Brodsworth Hall and Gardens (https://www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/places/brodsworth-hall-and-gardens/) in Yorkshire and step back in time to discover a love story from the early 20th century. And it all starts with a c
Computers, protection and peace in the Cold War era
The shadow of the Cold War loomed over the 20th Century. But how did this affect day-to-day life for ordinary people and how was anxiety about the possibility of conflict normalised? Starting with an innovative piece of technology from York
From bobbins to skyscrapers: the story of Shrewsbury Flaxmill
What does the view from London’s tallest building have in common with your kitchen tea towels and your favourite summer holiday outfit? This week on the English Heritage Podcast, Amy Matthews and her guests dive into the history of Shrewsbu
Georgian wallpaper and an enduring fashion trend
When Wrest Park’s Jemima, Marchioness Grey, was widowed, she unleashed her purse strings to install lavish Chinese art across the Bedfordshire estate: perfect for taking tea with friends. You can get lost in the intricate birds, plants and
Fish, feminism and working women in the 20th Century
How does a fish connect us to a story of working women’s rights? Join comedian, writer and history fangirl Amy Matthews and her guests find out about tough and resilient seasonal workers in the Great Yarmouth fishing industry. From frozen f
Speaking with shadows: The Workhouse at Framlingham Castle
We’re still busy behind the scenes, so in the meantime we wanted to share a special series with you called Speaking with Shadows. Framlingham Castle was home to the fiercely powerful Dukes of Norfolk for 400 years – so how did it end up as
Speaking with shadows: Bolsover Castle’s Philosopher Duchess
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Speaking with shadows: Witchcraft, Women and Power
We’re still busy behind the scenes, so in the meantime we wanted to share a special series with you called Speaking with Shadows. It sees Josie Long teaming up with English Heritage to uncover some of the most fascinating forgotten stories
From the archive: Alice Thornton: a woman’s experience of the English Civil Wars
We’re working behind the scenes to make the podcast better than ever. In the meantime, we’re diving into our archive to bring you some of our favourite episodes. Discover the story of a 17th century woman who left an amazing literary legacy
Speaking with shadows: The medieval massacre of the Jews of York
We’re still busy behind the scenes, so in the meantime we wanted to share a special series with you called Speaking with Shadows. It sees Josie Long teaming up with English Heritage to uncover some of the most fascinating forgotten stories
From the archive: The extraordinary life and times of Eleanor of Aquitaine
We’re working behind the scenes to make the podcast better than ever. In the meantime, we’re diving into our archive to bring you some of our favourite episodes. One of 12th century Europe’s richest and most powerful women, Eleanor became Q
Speaking with shadows: Gwen Lalley - a 1930s pioneer
We’re still busy behind the scenes, so in the meantime we wanted to share a special series with you called Speaking with Shadows. It sees Josie Long teaming up with English Heritage to uncover some of the most fascinating forgotten stories
