Take a regal journey through the centuries, from Alfred the Great to Queen Elizabeth II, exploring the fascinating coronation regalia, coins, statues, stamps, medals and monuments that shaped the course of history.
Visit the Poldark family mines at Agnes Head or Levant Mine, a World Heritage Site. Gallop along the clifftops of Chapel Porth, and learn of famous shipwrecks at Gunwalloe. If it's the glistening, azur waters you're after, don't miss Holywell Bay, Cornwall's largest stretch of coastline, which becomes the Warleggans private beach in series two.
"This is the story of the boy born into a royal dynasty and his journey from schoolboy to eligible young bachelor, from fatherhood to beloved grandfather, and now Accession of the throne itself. A fascinating collection of photographs reflects not only his passions for sport, the natural world and the world's religions, but also the moving and magisterial state funeral of his mother and his own task of taking on the role of King. Royalty writer Gill Knappett covers King Charles II's Royal homes and life with his wife, Camilla, now Queen Consort. Also covered is his warm relationship with his sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, including the new formal relationship he will have with his elder son as the new Prince of Wales. His new duties and Coronation plans are all explained in the author's easy and accessible style"--Publisher's description
Discover the breathtaking locations behind The Shell Seekers, Coming Home, The End of Summer and more
Join us on a behind-the-scenes tour of the filming locations for the award- winning Netflix series The Crown.
Fifteen themed walks highlighting the best that London has to offer, from historic palaces and gardens to the pleasures of the famous River Thames and the landmarks around Docklands and the City. Original illustrated maps and essential information make this a perfect guide for visitors to the capital. This stunning guide takes in London’s famous landmarks and streets giving a description of each walk and information on historic sites and places of interest. The walks range from between 1 and 6 miles, and give the nearest train or Underground stations for the start and end of the walks, with a locator map indicating where stations are.