History Mysteries
An expert team of historical detectives embark upon a ten part series for BBC TWO searching out historical fact from fiction. History Mysteries is DIY history, providing the tips and tools of the trade to piece together your own local history.
Find out more about the series in our programme summaries.
Peeling back the years
If walls could talk ... we show you how they can, in the history of your home.
Archaeological architecture
Architecture is key to history, find out how to unlock its secrets in reading architecture.
What's in a name?
Look at your street, town or city name and find out who was there before you in reading cities, towns and villages.
Follow your interest
Moved by the mysteries of the past? Like to delve deeper? Take a look at our selection of courses in taking it further.
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