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Representing a collaborative effort between curators in Belper, Buxton and Derby, a new exhibition features some inspiring examples from Derbyshire's creative history.

Jamie Maddison continues his journey across the Mining Heritage Landscape of Cornwall by following an audio trail that uncovers the story of Botallack Mine, St Just.

Cornish Mining World Heritage have developed and published a new set of free audio trails that bring the history, people and places within the UNESCO World Heritage site to life.

Jamie Maddison loses himself on a Romantic historical wander amdist the lush green Luxulyan Valley - part of the UNESCO Cornish Mining World Heritage site.

The National Trust has launched a £1.2 million appeal to secure the last remaining mile of the world famous White Cliffs of Dover in Kent.

The Stanza Stones trail follows 47 miles along the Pennine Watershed between Ilkley and Marsden, offering walkers the chance to discover six new poems by Simon Armitage.

Curator's Choice: Brian Radam, Director and Curator of the Lawnmower Museum, picks the 22" Acto Standard Nine Blade (1921). Designed by Charles Henry Pugh, the machine is made from cast iron and brass.

Discover London trails link smaller museums and galleries with other attractions in the capital via easy to print out half and full day trails.

The Blitz in Manchester is still a clear memory for John Hackett, who has sent in this reminiscence of the Second World War, when he was growing up, using Storymaker.

There's no better way to celebrate summer than packing a picnic and chilling out with family and friends - especially when your picnic spot is magically beautiful.

Find out more about the experiences of Greek Cypriots who migrated to London before 1960 - many living through World War II and its aftermath in the capital.

Discover fascinating objects in the museums of the North East. As Featured in the BBC TV series People-s Musuem.

The People's Museum - take a look at some intriguing objects found in the museums of the East of England. As featured in the BBC series People's Museum.

Discover fascinating objects in the museums of Liverpool. As featured in the BBC series People's Museum.

Discover fascinating objects in the museums of the south east. As featured in the BBC series People's Museum.

Sarah Morley looks at Norwich's Jewish heritage a link that dates back to medieval times and accounts for several historic parts of the city.

Don Owen shares his memories of growing up in Sparkbrook, Birmingham, during World War II.

The 'My Life-Our Heritage' project has researched and authored several trails within the London Borough of Barnet. Locations were selected because of their accessibility to wheelchair users and elderly people. This trail, an exploration of Friern Barnet Lane in North London is the second to be featured on the London City Heritage Guide.

Community Focus take us on a tour of Ridgeway, Mill Hill in Barnet and reveal some historical locations accessible to wheelchair users and the elderly.

If it's heritage you're after, be it castles and ancient archaeology or award-winning museums and WWII tunnel complexes, Jersey has the cultural lot!

In 1942 a largely Canadian force launched from the southcoast for a raid on Dieppe. Disaster followed: 907 Canadians were killed, many more were captured.

Fed up with the usual disposable birthday presents? Follow our museum shop trail - Britain's museums and galleries are great places to find gifts with a difference.

These museums tell the story of the major industries of the East Midlands.

Hampstead has been popular with celebrities since Georgian times. Writers and artists like Keats and Stanley Spencer called it home in the past but nowadays you're more likely to bump pop stars and TV personalities like Boy George and Bill Oddie. Follow our trail round this north London village where you will experience beautiful architecture, historic houses, modern art, welcoming pubs and wild open spaces.

A fictional narrative based on a series of plausible events give an insight into the nature of British espionage activity during the Second World War.

In response to recent moves to renovate the air raid shelter at Whitehawk Primary School, local resident Betty Vince remembers what life was like in Whitehawk during the Second World War.