A week in the West Country can link ancient monuments, woodland, and coastline into one continuous journey through history and myth. This outline shows how each place stands both in the record and in the… Mystical Tour into the West Country with Dragon Lore Tours
The wolf stands at the threshold between wildness and civilization, feared as a destroyer yet revered as a guide, ancestor, and warrior spirit. From post‑Ice Age Britain to Celtic and Norse myth, from Rome’s she‑wolf… The Wolf: Myth, Symbol, and Memory Across Britain, Rome, and the Steppes
English common law stands as one of the most remarkable and influential legal systems in human history. Unlike most European nations, which predominantly follow Roman law traditions codified in comprehensive statutes, England developed a law… The Story of English Common Law: A Unique Legal Legacy
The red cross of St George on a white ground is one of the world’s most recognisable flags, widely flown today as the flag of England. Its story, however, is less about saintly heroism than… St George’s Flag: A Symbol of Maritime Power
Before Modern Corporations Before the industrial revolution and the rise of multinational corporations, most business and trade in cities like London operated through guilds—powerful, local associations of craftsmen and merchants. Guilds flourished throughout the medieval… From Guilds to Corporations: Lessons from History
Most people think of “the Crown” as simply the British monarch or the glittering regalia locked in the Tower of London. In reality, the entity known as “the Crown” is a powerful legal fiction—an idea… The Entity Known as “the Crown” and the Unique Status of the City of London
Introduction The major lunar standstill of 2025 is a rare event, and witnessing it from England’s ancient sites is a once-in-a-generation experience. This guide provides precise instructions—including exact dates, times, and locations—so you and your… Definitive Guide: How and Where to See the Major Lunar Standstill at Stonehenge & Avebury (2025)
West Kennet Long Barrow: A Portal to Britain’s Ancient Mysteries Nestled in the rolling hills of Wiltshire, the West Kennet Long Barrow stands as one of Britain’s most enigmatic prehistoric monuments. Built around 3700–3600 BCE,… West Kennet Long Barrow: A Portal to Britain’s Ancient Mysteries
England’s mythic landscape is shaped by two great centers: the City of London, often likened to “Babylon” for its wealth and power, and Glastonbury, the legendary “Avalon” and heart of spiritual tradition. Between them lies… The Jerusalem Between Babylon and Avalon
The Monument’s Frieze: A Detailed Guide to Its Elements and Meanings The frieze on the Monument to the Great Fire of London is a masterwork of 17th-century allegorical sculpture, loaded with symbolism and civic pride.… The Monument’s Frieze: Allegory, Dragons, and the Shadows of Suspicion
