Short Histories
Bite sized chunks of interesting, important and inspiring history that deserves to be remembered and explored.
Turpin's Reign of Terror
Discover the life and crimes of Richard 'Dick' Turpin - The most famous highwayman in English history. more
The Burke and Hare Murders
In an age where curiosity about the human body meant that ‘gravedigging’ fresh corpses from their resting places was a common and lucrative trade, the two men had decided to produc... more
The Gunpowder Plot
Remember, Remember, The Fifth Of November... Discover a story of religious strife, treason and how an act of terrorism influenced a modern day British day of celebration! more