This tree, near the Abbey in St Albans, was one of a number planted as war Memorials in England following … More
Author: Pete
I am semi-retired after a career in medical sciences. I now work from home doing independent research and consultancy amongst other things. One advantage of this is that I do have time to indulge my interests including birdwatching, natural history, steam trains and history particularly ancient history.
St Albans Cathedral
The first Benedictine Abbey at St Albans was founded in 793 by Ulsinas. It is thought that this may have … More
The Story of St Alban
St Albans
St Albans
The City of St Albans is situated just north of London. It dates back to the Iron age when it … More
Tower of London (11): Salt Tower
The Salt Tower was built around 1230 as part of Henry III’s curtain wall. It has an upper chamber which … More
Tower of London (10): The Wakefield Tower
The Wakefield Tower was built by Henry III sometime between 1238 and 1272. In early records, it is sometimes known … More
Tower of London (9): The Cradle Tower
The cradle tower was built around 1350 as a personal watergate entrance for King Edward III. It later became … More
Tower of London (8): Ravens
The legend goes that if there are fewer than 6 ravens living at the Tower then the country will … More
Tower of London (7): Bloody Tower
The Bloody Tower is probably the most famous location within the Tower of London. It was built in the 1220’s … More
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