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fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Fortress turned into party island with its own nightclub and it could be yours

Thorne Island, a 19th century Napoleonic fort transformed into a party destination, features a nightclub, helipad, and over 8,000 square feet of accommodation.
Renovation
fromwww.london-unattached.com
1 week ago

Stonor Estate offers the perfect Shepherd's Hut country retreat

Short breaks within England offer diverse experiences like nature, culture, and luxury glamping.
Miscellaneous
fromwww.dw.com
2 weeks ago

Fire extinguished in Spain's Cordoba Mosque-Cathedral DW 08/09/2025

Firefighters extinguished a fire at the Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba, averting disaster and preventing significant damage to the UNESCO World Heritage Site.
Austin
fromAustin Monitor
3 weeks ago

City's Heritage Preservation Grant program to be retooled for upcoming fiscal year - Austin Monitor

Heritage Preservation Grant program undergoes a 'creative reset' with expanded options and streamlined criteria for applicants this year.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
1 month ago

An Epic of Fire and Stone: The Story Behind the Intervention at the Benedictine Monastery of Catania, Sicily

The Benedictine Monastery of San Nicolò l'Arena was transformed into a university by architect Giancarlo De Carlo over 30 years.
fromBrooklyn Paper
1 month ago

Hidden history: Dive into the stories behind Bay Ridge's lesser-known landmarks * Brooklyn Paper

Modern Bay Ridge honors its diverse history through parades and celebrations of its heritage.
Bay Ridge contains historic sites that signify its longstanding community roots.
fromianVisits
1 month ago

One month until ImberBus - the bus route that runs just once a year

ImberBus is a unique one-day bus route through military lands, operating on 16th August 2025.
Renovation
fromwww.hamhigh.co.uk
1 month ago

Crouch End or Canary Wharf? Anger over plans for 'colossal' 18-storey tower

Fifth State plans to redevelop the historic Lotus site into a cafe and student flats, but community opposition focuses on proposed tower heights.
fromwww.barkinganddagenhampost.co.uk
1 month ago

Top-rated Barking and Dagenham attractions that make people happy

Barking and Dagenham ranked lowest in London for happiness based on Rightmove's study, but it offers attractions that highlight the borough's rich history and green spaces.
London politics
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I went to San Juan for the first time and was blown away by how much fun I had on a budget

I also recommend stopping by La Puerta de San Juan (the San Juan Gate), a bright red gate that used to be the entrance to Old San Juan.
Madrid food
fromianVisits
2 months ago

London's new mini-museum will tell the story of the Great Fire of London

The local business development group aims to convert a disused toilet next to the Monument into a micro-museum dedicated to the Great Fire of London.
London food
fromMedievalists.net
2 months ago

Scotland's Only Free-Standing Round Tower Reopens to the Public - Medievalists.net

The reopening of Orchardton Tower highlights Scotland's unique architectural heritage, marking it as the only free-standing circular tower house still standing—a testament to 15th-century noble life.
History
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

I grew up on Alcatraz-this is what living on the notorious prison island was really like

"We had a very tight-knit community, plenty of entertainment, a low-crime neighborhood, and million dollar views!" she says.
New York Islanders
SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 months ago

The importance of finding queer belonging in America's historic sites

Historic sites are increasingly reflecting diverse narratives, fostering a sense of belonging for various communities.
fromConde Nast Traveler
3 months ago

My Favorite Stay in Bath: A Georgian Home That Embodies the Bridgerton Aesthetic

We parked at the Charlotte Street Parking lot before walking through the leafy streets of Bath to our beautiful weekend home.
London
London
fromianVisits
3 months ago

Tickets Alert: Lambeth Palace open days

Lambeth Palace will open for public tours this summer, featuring historic rooms and fundraising for charity.
Renovation
fromHomebuilding
4 months ago

You could build your new home on a First World War airstrip

Old Sarum Airfield will offer self-build plots as part of a new housing development, merging history with modern living.
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