History articles for curious young minds

Explore some of the people, places and stories behind our primary school workshops.

Seaside history

Victorian seaside holidays

Discover how railways, bathing machines, Punch and Judy, donkey rides and seaside treats helped create the British holiday traditions we know today.

Pirate history

Meet one of the most notorious figures from the Golden Age of Piracy and separate some of the history from the legend.

Roman history

Follow Caesar’s rise from Roman politician and general to dictator, and learn why his life and death changed Rome forever.

Bring history to life

Our lively workshops combine knowledge, artefacts, activities and memorable participation.