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Wentworth Woodhouse – A Star is Reborn
“Darling some guests have invited themselves over to stay” “Splendid, who is it?” “Why it’s only the King and Queen of England!!!” This was probably a conversation which did not take place in 1912, the year King George V and Queen Mary decided to visit the industrial...
Alcuin of York – Lighting up the Dark Ages with a bit of brain training
In Anglo Saxon times it seems that Alcuin from York was known throughout Northern Europe. His story started at an early Minster in York where he established a school and a library with a treasure trove of manuscripts. York was soon sacked by the Vikings and then the...
A Turkish Bath in North Yorkshire
Harrogate Turkish Baths – Step back in time for some well-deserved rest and relaxation! Ever since the first spring was found in Harrogate in the 1500’s, Harrogate has been known for its water treatments eventually becoming England’s biggest Spa town. During the late...








