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Hidden within this hardware store in Bath Guildhall Market is the remains of Bath City Walls! 🔍 From Roman times until the Civil War in the 17th century, walls were essential for the defence of the city. The first walls were built by the Romans in the 3rd century CE and later provided the foundations for the Saxon defences. In the 12th century, during a period of civil unrest, King Stephen ordered the height of the walls to be increased. #history #historyfacts #medieval #historylovers #historynerd #historychannel #historylover #historylesson #historygeek #arthistory #historygeek #historyteacher #tourguide #tourguideslife

Step back in time at the Gentleman’s Retreat, a sanctuary of Georgian elegance and curiosity. 🌿✨ Explore the rich history of science, travel, and conservation, and discover artifacts like Nairne’s 1783 Patent Electrical Machine and Thomas Rowlandson’s satirical artwork. Dive into the Age of Enlightenment at No. 1 Royal Crescent! 🏛️🔍 #GeorgianHistory #AgeOfEnlightenment #RoyalCrescent #HistoricalHomes #ArtAndScience #GrandTour #historyfacts #historylovers #historybuff #historychannel #historylover #historylesson #historygeek #historyinpictures #historygram #historymuseum

Why Are These Torches Inverted? Discover St Swithin’s Mausoleum! Discover one of Bath’s intriguing unfinished projects: St Swithin’s Mausoleum. Started in the 1830s, only the mausoleum and the front wall with its unique upside-down torch carvings were completed before funds ran out. The Victorian era saw a boom in ornate cemeteries, and St Swithin’s was no exception. Though the original plan included a grand entrance with additional rooms, only the burial place and wall were realized. The last burial occurred in 1860, and the now neglected mausoleum remains blocked off, best viewed from the peaceful garden to the south of the church. This garden, once a burial ground, now offers a serene escape with old gravestones around its edges. Passers-by can see the mausoleum wall and its neoclassical symbols—upside-down torches representing life’s flame extinguished, a poignant reminder of the lives once lived. #StSwithinsMausoleum #BathHistory #VictorianEra #NeoclassicalSymbols #HiddenGems #history #historyfacts #historylovers #historynerd #bbchistoryweekend #historybuff #history

Join me to explore an ancient healing well hidden beneath church grounds! Discover its 7th-century origins, healing waters revered for generations, and the battle to save this sacred site in Bath’s oldest church. #history #historyfacts #historylovers #historynerd #historybuff #historychannel #historygeek #historyinpictures #historyteacher #historytour #tourguide #tourguides #church #churchlife

Lovers lane, also known as duelling lane 🕯️ Near the Royal Crescent in Bath, just behind the circus you’ll find a quiet lane covered in beautiful trees and flowers! 🌷 However, this lane has a darker past! Used a place to settle differences! If you get a chance on your next visit to Bath go find it and imagine yourself in that era. Think about all the moments people shared gossip, fell in love and all those that had to go to the extremes of settling the quarrels with pistols and swords! 🗡️ #history #historyfacts #historylovers #historychannel #historygeek #historyteacher #ancienthistory #bath #tourguide #tourguides #tourguideslife #historygram #historymuseum #historyinpictures #historymatters #historytour

What’s the Secret Behind the Date 5792 on Grove Street? In a city where the residents took immense pride in their architectural heritage, one peculiar date stands out. At 22 Grove Street, the datestone above the door reads “5792.” What does this cryptic number signify? Built in the early 1980s, the building’s history and this enigmatic date trace back much further. The site originally housed structures from either 1788 or 1792, in an area once known as Eveleigh’s Wharf. The original facade was replicated during redevelopment, preserving the intriguing datestone. Some believe 5792 references the chronology by Bishop James Ussher, who calculated the Earth’s creation in 4004 BCE, making the date 1788 in his timeline. Others argue it aligns with the Masonic calendar, starting from 4000 BCE, dating the building to 1792. The true meaning remains a mystery, inviting you to uncover its hidden past. #history #historylovers #bbchistoryweekend #historylesson #historygeek #historyfacts #bath #historyteacher #ancienthistory #historymatters #historyinthemaking #historyclass #tourguide

Who was the man in the window? 🕯️⤵️ As you approach Argyle Street from Grove Street, glance up at the first-floor window. You’ll see a man in a bookshop, absorbed in reading. Look closer, and you might think you’ve seen an apparition from the past. But No. 5 Grove Street is no longer a bookshop. What you’re seeing is a trompe-l’œil, a painting designed to trick the eye, created by the local firm of Richards and Faulkner in 1994 to honor the building’s history as a bookshop. The shop belonged to George Gregory, a bookseller, bookbinder, and publisher, who traded until 1922 when the business was sold to George Bayntun (now on Manvers Street). The painting shows a man reading *The 18th Century Architecture of Bath*, published by Gregory in 1904 and written by architect Mowbray A. Green. The identity of the man in the picture is uncertain. Some believe it is Green himself, while others think it is an anonymous figure. However, it is definitely not Charles Dickens, as he died long before the book was written. #history #historyinfluencer #historyobsessed #historyfacts #historyfacts #historynerd #historybuff #historychannel #historylover #historylesson #historygram #historymuseum #historyteacher

Uranus: The Planet Once Named George and Herschel Discovered by Sir William Herschel in 1781, Uranus was initially named ‘Georgium Sidus’ (George’s Star) to honor King George III of England. Herschel’s choice aimed to secure royal patronage. However, this name was not well-received internationally. In some circles, the planet was also referred to as ‘Herschel’ in honor of its discoverer. To align with the tradition of naming planets after Roman gods, German astronomer Johann Elert Bode proposed the name Uranus, the Greek god of the sky. Over time, Uranus gained acceptance, ensuring its place in the celestial family alongside Jupiter, Saturn, and Neptune. Visit the @herschelmuseum today! 👏🏼🕯️ #historyobsessed #historyinfluencer #historyfacts #historyfacts #historynerd #historybuff #historychannel #historylesson #historygeek #historymuseum #historygram #ancienthistory #uranus

One of Bath’s many unfinished projects is St Swithin Mausoleum. However, one part of the grand design that was completed is the burial place itself, and the wall in front of it, with its curious carvings of upside-down torches. Work on St Swithin’s Mausoleum began in the 1830s and the original plan was to have a grand entrance with a school room and a vestry on either side. However, the money ran out and only the mausoleum and the wall were completed. The mausoleum wall is visible to passers-by. But anyone who stops to look must surely wonder about the four upside-down torches carved into the stone. The flame of the torch symbolises life and the immortal soul. But an inverted torch, with the flame leaking out, indicates that - for those behind the wall - time has run out and their earthly existence has been extinguished. #historyobsessed #historyinfluencer #historyfacts #historychannel #historybuff #historylesson #historygeek #bath #tourguide #tourguideslife #tourguiding

What is daylight robbery and does it exist? Daylight Robbery: A phrase originating from the 17th and 18th centuries when England introduced the Window Tax, charging property owners based on the number of windows in their homes. To avoid the tax, many homeowners bricked up their windows, leading to poorly lit and ventilated homes. This unpopular tax, seen as an invasion of privacy and a literal ‘tax on daylight,’ was eventually repealed in 1851. #history #historyinfluencer #historyobsessed #historyfacts #historylovers #daylightrobbery #windowtax #historylesson #historylesson

Discover Birmingham’s Hidden Catacombs: A Journey Through Warstone Lane Cemetery Tucked away in the Jewellery Quarter, isWarstone Lane Cemetery, originally known as the Church of England Cemetery. It was established in 1848, served Anglicans during Birmingham’s rapid growth, inspired by the success of the neighbouring Key Hill Cemetery which served Dissenters, and the overcrowding of Birmingham’s churchyards. Its unique tiered circular catacombs, created to take advantage of the dramatic sand quarry landscape were once the height of fashionable burial addresses. Sealed in the 1990s to prevent vandalism, access to the interior corridor is now by guided tour only. Notably, John Baskerville, the renowned printer and typographer who personally rejected burial in consecrated ground, rests here after a tumultuous posthumous journey. The circular catacombs are reminiscent of a Roman Amphitheater and in this sheltered spot, with the birds singing and the wind rustling the weeping birch trees its easy to believe this is still the countryside, as it was before it was surrounded by the expansion of industry in this famous Birmingham district. #jewelleryquarter #birmingham #birminghamuk🇬🇧 #history #historyobsessed #historyfacts #cemetary #historylovers #catacombs #historychannel #historylesson

Discover Birmingham’s Hidden Catacombs: A Journey Through Warstone Lane Cemetery Tucked away in the Jewellery Quarter, isWarstone Lane Cemetery, originally known as the Church of England Cemetery. It was established in 1848, served Anglicans during Birmingham’s rapid growth, inspired by the success of the neighbouring Key Hill Cemetery which served Dissenters, and the overcrowding of Birmingham’s churchyards. Its unique tiered circular catacombs, created to take advantage of the dramatic sand quarry landscape were once the height of fashionable burial addresses. Sealed in the 1990s to prevent vandalism, access to the interior corridor is now by guided tour only. Notably, John Baskerville, the renowned printer and typographer who personally rejected burial in consecrated ground, rests here after a tumultuous posthumous journey. The circular catacombs are reminiscent of a Roman Amphitheater and in this sheltered spot, with the birds singing and the wind rustling the weeping birch trees its easy to believe this is still the countryside, as it was before it was surrounded by the expansion of industry in this famous Birmingham district. #jewelleryquarter #birmingham #birminghamuk🇬🇧 #history #historyobsessed #historyfacts #cemetary #historylovers #catacombs #historychannel #historylesson

The Sedan Chair - A Journey Through History The sedan chair, a luxurious mode of transportation in the 17th and 18th centuries, allowed nobility and wealthy individuals to travel in comfort and style. Carried by porters, these enclosed chairs were a symbol of status and opulence. Did you know that sedan chairs were so popular in 18th century London that they even had their own traffic regulations? Dedicated “chairmen” were licensed to operate in the city, ensuring safe and efficient travel for their elite passengers. #history #historyobsessed #historyfacts #historylovers #historynerd #historybuff #historylesson #historychannel #historygeek #historylesson #historygram #ancienthistory

Step into the elegance of the 18th century with The Withdrawing Room at No. 1 Royal Crescent. This beautifully decorated space was where ladies took tea after dinner, leaving the men to their own discussions in the Dining Room. Our Georgian neighbors knew how to party! Scandalous gatherings at No. 30 Royal Crescent were legendary, filled with wild dances and flying drumsticks. The luxurious décor of the time included textile wall coverings like damask, silk, and cut velvets, all meticulously crafted and installed. Explore the rich history and culture that made The Withdrawing Room a centerpiece of Georgian social life. #history #historyfacts #historychannel #arthistory #historylesson #historyobsessed #historyinfluencer #historygeek #historyinpictures

Read more ⤵️ Discover Trinity Square Gardens: A Place of Reflection and Remembrance 🌿🕊️ Step into history at Trinity Square Gardens, a serene park in London rich with stories of wartime sacrifice and historical executions. This hallowed ground features memorials honouring over 125 individuals who faced their fate here, remembered for their faith, courage, and ideals. Notable Executions Sir Thomas More: A prominent lawyer, philosopher, and statesman who refused to accept Henry VIII as the Supreme Head of the Church of England. He was executed for treason in 1535. Thomas Cromwell: Once a chief minister to Henry VIII, Cromwell fell from favour and was executed in 1540. Sir Walter Raleigh: An explorer and writer, Raleigh was executed in 1618 for allegedly conspiring against King James I. Guy Fawkes and Conspirators: Involved in the Gunpowder Plot of 1605, Fawkes and his fellow conspirators were executed for attempting to blow up the Houses of Parliament. #TrinitySquareGardens #LondonHistory #Memorials #ReflectAndRemember #HistoricLondon #historyinfluencer #historyobsessed #historyfacts #historyofart #historybuff #londonhistory #historygeek

Read more! ⤵️ Ever heard of the quirky UK law that makes it illegal to handle salmon under suspicious circumstances? Still in effect, it aims to prevent illegal fishing—but can't help making us laugh at the thought of looking shady with a salmon in hand! 🐟😄 #britishlaw #laws #oldlaws #factsss #facts💯 #dailyfacts #britishfacts #historyfacts #historyinthemaking #historyclass #factsfriday #factsoftheday

Come see the remains of an old drawbridge in Kotor, a silent testament to engineering ingenuity lost by history. These remnants speak volumes about the strategic importance of Kotor in ancient times, serving as vital passageways for trade and defense. #historytiktok #historytok #history #medievaltiktok #medievaltimes #medievalhistory #historytime #historylesson #historyclass #historyfacts #historychannel #historybuff

Read more ⤵️ Venture into The Saracen's Head on Broad Street, Bath, a hauntingly historic pub established in 1713. Once a coaching inn and a resting spot for Charles Dickens in 1835, this pub carries a name tied to the nomads of the Arabian Desert and adorned on Crusader coats of arms.  Its walls echo with more than history; they whisper of the Grey Ghost—believed to be a man who tragically collapsed and died nearby, his spirit now glimpsed in the windows alongside other ghostly faces.  Feel the chill of the past at one of Bath’s oldest and most mysterious pubs.  #HauntedHistory #GhostStories #paranormalinvestigation #paranormalexperience #hauntedplaces #hauntedhouses #hauntedhistory #bathuk🇬🇧 #bathcity #hauntedattraction

The Great Sieges of Kotor: Echoes of Battle Through the Ages Wandering through Kotor’s ancient streets, I’m tracing the echoes of sieges—from the early attacks by the Saracens to the fierce battles against Ottoman forces led by Admiral Barbarossa. This Adriatic gem has withstood the test of time, surviving the tumult of the Napoleonic Wars and the world wars. Each corner of this fortified town tells a story of resilience and endurance, inviting us to explore deeper into its rich past. #Kotor #kotorhistory #kotormontenegro #historylesson #historygeek #historyteacher #historychannel #historygram #militaryhistory #historytour #historyclass

Read more ⤵️ Stepping back in time in Kotor's old town! 🏰 Wandered through the quietest gate by the Skurda River, where Renaissance charm meets ancient secrets. Each corner of Craftsmen Street and the historic squares whispers stories of the past. Ready to uncover more hidden gems! 🌟 #ExploreKotor #HistoryLovers #kotor #kotormontenegro #kotoroldtown #kotorbay #kotorhistory #montenegro #historychannel #historymatters #historygeek