Category : Search result: World War II heritage


Live-in caretaker sought for Holy Island's Lindisfarne Priory

An extraordinary opportunity has emerged for two people to become live-in caretakers at Lindisfarne Priory, one of Britain's most sacred Christian sites located on Holy Island. The successful applicants will receive accommodation and a salary while mainta

WWII Cockleshell Heroes training pool faces demolition

Fury erupts over plans to demolish the secret training pool used by Britain's legendary Cockleshell Heroes before their daring WWII raid, with historians and locals fighting to preserve this crucial piece of military heritage.

Live in Historic UK Estates - Affordable Rentals Available

Discover how you can experience life in Britain's most stunning historic estates without breaking the bank. From Scottish castles to English manor houses, these properties offer unique living experiences at surprisingly reasonable prices.

Birnbeck Pier awarded £8m in lottery rescue bid

The iconic but crumbling Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital £8 million lifeline from The National Lottery Heritage Fund, marking a pivotal moment in the decades-long fight to save the unique Victorian structure from complete collap

£4.3M Lottery Lifeline Saves Historic Birnbeck Pier

The iconic but decaying Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare has been thrown a vital lifeline, securing a £4.3 million National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for its ambitious restoration and future as a public heritage site.

Police Hunt Illegal Metal Detectorists at Medieval Abbey

Gloucestershire Police launch a major investigation after 'nighthawkers' illegally target historic Hailes Abbey, a 13th-century Cistercian monastery, sparking fears of priceless treasure theft and irreparable damage to protected heritage.

Craftland: James Fox on Britain's Vanishing Skills

Explore the hidden world of Britain's last traditional artisans in James Fox's 'Craftland'. A riveting review of a nation's disappearing heritage, from thatching and wheelwrighting to glassblowing.

Traditional British puddings at risk of extinction

Classic British desserts like spotted dick and jam roly-poly are disappearing from menus, warns English Heritage. Discover why these iconic puddings are vanishing and what's being done to save them.

Banned BBC Nuclear War Film Now on iPlayer

The BBC has quietly added the banned 1965 docudrama 'The War Game' to iPlayer, offering viewers a harrowing glimpse into the horrors of nuclear conflict.

Solar farm plan sparks heritage row in Lincolnshire

A proposed solar farm in Lincolnshire has ignited local fury as it threatens to overshadow a historic pilgrimage route and a WWII prisoner-of-war camp. Residents and historians are up in arms over the potential loss of heritage.

2026 FIFA World Cup schedule unveiled

FIFA has announced the complete match schedule for the 2026 World Cup, with games spread across Canada, the US, and Mexico. Discover key fixtures, venues, and tournament highlights.

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