Over the past couple of months we have heard the Commonwealth mentioned on numerous occasions, with reference to the Commonwealth Games, held in Birmingham in July 2022 and more recently with regard to the late Queen Elizabeth’s role as its head. But what exactly is...
There are many different A Level courses on offer when home schooling, and so choosing the right ones for you can seem like a maze to navigate. By having a clear understanding of what you want to pursue in your education and career, such as the A Levels to be a...
Queen Elizabeth I was born on 7th September 1533. To mark the occasion, we delve into a lesser-known tale about the Virgin Queen. Queen Elizabeth I And Robert Dudley The story begins with Robert Dudley and his marriage to Amy Robsart (portrayed above). The pair had...
The Great Fire of London started on the 2nd September 1666. Let’s remind ourselves of what happened. How Did the Fire Start? In 1666 around 350,000 people lived in London, making it one of the largest cities in Europe. The many buildings which accommodated this...
Cats and dogs are undisputably the most popular pets in the UK: 24% of UK adults own a cat and 27% of UK adults own a dog. Have you ever wondered, though, how these animals came to be favoured, tamed and trained as pets to live alongside us? Although there is general...
All Parks Great And Small There are estimated to be more than 27,000 parks and green spaces across the UK. These areas of natural beauty are diverse and range from larger national parks with many facilities and amenities to smaller neighbourhood and local parks. The...
