The Duchess and the apothecary’s son: homicide and pleas for mercy in a Northamptonshire village

Murder is, even in historical terms, a rare crime. In the eighteenth century the county of Northamptonshire probably saw fewer than one murder trial in a decade…

The Cable Street Riots

On the 80th anniversary of the Cable Street riots Dan Jones looks for the truth behind the myth.

History is the future

Drew Gray, Subject Leader in History shares his passion for the subject and…

Remember, remember religious hatred is nothing new

Historically Halloween

Caroline Nielsen, Lecturer in History & Heritage takes us back to the roots of Halloween…

Halloween is an interesting time of year for historians. Ghosts and ghouls visit our houses to collect tribute, we…

Democracy in the UK is not working

It’s a long time since I was actively involved in politics. As a teenager I followed up my interest…

What Being a Mature Student Taught Me about Me

Was Jeremy Corbyn wrong not to sing the national anthem?

Drew Gray — Senior Lecturer in History

Jane Austen and War

On Jane Austen Day History Lecturer Matthew McCormack discusses the backdrop of…