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Bramshill House - grand Jacobean estate that became Police College

Bramshill House - grand Jacobean estate that became Police College

Bramshill House, near Basingstoke in Hampshire, is one of the largest and most important Grade I-listed Jacobean mansions in Britain. It was built in the early 17th century by the 11th Baron Zouche of Harringworth, and is notable for its decorative architecture influenced by the Italian Renaissance.

Skara Brae - the Scottish Pompeii

Skara Brae - the Scottish Pompeii

Skara Brae is a stone-built Neolithic village on Orkney's main island, and a much-visited ancient site, regarded by many as one of the most remarkable prehistoric monuments in Europe. It was accidentally revealed after being buried for 5,000 years.

Robin redbreast – the UK’s favourite bird

Robin redbreast – the UK’s favourite bird

The robin topped a poll of more than 200,000 people in 2015 to choose the UK's first national bird. With its bright red breast, it is a familiar site in British gardens throughout the year, especially at Christmas.

Why Orkney has its very own Italian Chapel

Why Orkney has its very own Italian Chapel

The Italian Chapel is a highly ornate chapel designed for Catholic worshippers on Lamb Holm in the Orkney Islands, north of Scotland. But why would there be such a chapel in what is very much a Protestant community? The answer is that it was built during World War II by Italian prisoners of war, who were housed on the previously uninhabited island while they constructed naval defences - and also somewhere to reflect their faith.

Corbenic, castle of the Holy Grail

Corbenic, castle of the Holy Grail

In Arthurian legend, Corbenic was the castle housing the Holy Grail, ruled by the Fisher King. It was also the birthplace of one of King Arthur's knights, Sir Galahad.

Dragonflies and damselflies - 57 delightful varieties

Dragonflies and damselflies - 57 delightful varieties

Dragonflies and damselflies are a countryside delight in Britain during the summer months - familiar for their iridescent pairs of double wings, colourful bodies and darting flight.

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