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When James Stewart, Duke of Rothesay, learnt he was the new King of Scotland, he was only six years old. His father, James I, had just been murdered at a friary in Perth, by men who supported another claimant to the Scottish crown. James’ mother, Queen Joan, had narrowly escaped with her life. The year…

Originally from the North of England, Nicola resides in the Oxfordshire countryside. She is passionate about genealogy, reading and of course, period dramas. Since the publication of her first Regency romance by Harlequin Mills & Boon in 1998, Nicola has become a USA Today, Borders and UK Bookscan bestselling author. Nicola now writes for Harlequin…

Yes, it’s that time of year again – Christmas! A time for family, friends and festive cheer! And what better way to discover the… A minute after walking into the exhibition it became apparent that I was the only person in the room who didn’t know what Shunga… We’ve travelled the globe, metaphorically of course,…

I can honestly say I’ve never had so much pleasure from £6.99. For someone who has lived with a broken TV for years Netflix has been my saviour. When i get home from a long day at work, i curl up in bed, switch off, and transport myself back to yesteryear. Sometimes I’m Cathy galloping around…

If you haven’t visited Chatsworth House before, you are missing out. Set against a backdrop of stunning countryside in idyllic Derbyshire, Chatsworth is a beacon of decadence, a symbol of wealth and fashion. And it truly is one of the most beautiful stately homes in the country. The stunning Chatsworth House. Source: www.visitengland.com Who Has Lived…

On April 30th 2013, the Netherlands got a new head of state. After thirty-three years, and on live TV, Queen Beatrix abdicated her crown… After reading a recent article on the Daily Mail (of all places), I was inspired to tell the story of some of the beautiful… On May 7th 1747, Johanna Magdalena Catharina Judith…

A minute after walking into the exhibition it became apparent that I was the only person in the room who didn’t know what Shunga… All that glitters definitely is gold at the British Museum this winter. Enter the dimly lit room of the exhibition gallery and your eyes… York Minster is going through a renaissance…

Nine  hours  travelling,  squalid  sleeping  arrangements,  too  much  to  drink  and  money  lost  during  late  night  card  games. Not  a  scene  from  a  20th… We’ve travelled the globe, metaphorically of course, for the best historical offerings this winter. Here’s a run down of the worlds best; spanning Pre-historic… Thumper’s mother always said that if you…

Annabelle: Head Honey “I have the best bees in the business” My two Historical Icons are: Henry VIII & Anne Boleyn everytime. When I’m not in the Hive I will be: Finding every possible excuse I can to dress up as Anne Boleyn. Eating Chorizo. Traipsing around castles. Talking about castles. Trying to persuade my friends to take…

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