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The Royal Mail has unveiled a striking collection of eight new stamps to commemorate the 150th anniversary of Sir Winston Churchill’s birth. This latest series pays tribute to one of Britain’s most iconic leaders, celebrating his multifaceted legacy as a soldier, statesman, and wartime Prime Minister.Each stamp in the set… Read more »

Disney+/Hulu’s adaptation of Jilly Cooper’s steamy novel “Rivals” brings the fictional world of Rutshire to life through a carefully chosen selection of stunning British locations, primarily centered in the Southwest of England. From historic manor houses to charming Cotswold villages, the series transforms real-world locations into the glamorous backdrop of… Read more »

Men Behaving Badly revolutionized British comedy in the 1990s, perfectly capturing the zeitgeist of “lad culture” while simultaneously critiquing and celebrating it. Following the lives of flatmates Gary and Tony, along with Gary’s long-suffering girlfriend Dorothy and upstairs neighbor Deborah, the show broke new ground in its frank depiction of… Read more »

“Look around the world today, the one thing that we seem to lack everywhere is leadership. And that’s why Winston Churchill is, and an analysis and understanding of Winston Churchill is so important,” declared Lord Michael Dobbs, opening the first session of the 2024 International Churchill Conference late last month… Read more »

In this episode of the Anglotopia podcast, host Jonathan Thomas speaks with historian Adrian Tinniswood about his latest book, ‘The Power and the Glory,’ which explores the golden age of British country houses from 1870 to 1914. They discuss the evolution of these estates, the impact of new money and… Read more »

It’s that time of year again – time for John Lewis to tug at our heartstrings with its latest Christmas advert. This year, it’s a little different. They’ve ditched cutesy animals or tearjerking plots and instead gone for something more real. And something to encourage you to actually go shopping.… Read more »

Editor’s Note: Please note that we will not be getting into the politics of immigration to the UK, a toxic and emotive subject – this is only a practical guide. Save the politics for somewhere else, please. This is a happy place.Many American Anglophiles dream of moving to the United… Read more »

The Young Ones stands as one of the most influential and anarchic British sitcoms ever made, blending surreal humor, slapstick violence, and punk rock attitude into a revolutionary comedy cocktail. Running in the early 1980s, it followed four mismatched student housemates – Rick, Vyvyan, Neil, and Mike – as they… Read more »

Timothy West, CBE, one of Britain’s most distinguished and versatile actors who graced stage and screen for over six decades, has died peacefully in his sleep at the age of 90. His family announced that he spent his final moments surrounded by friends and family, with care provided by NHS… Read more »

Thornbury Castle, located in Thornbury, South Gloucestershire, England, is a magnificent Tudor castle with a rich and compelling history. This architectural marvel stands as a testament to the ambition, power, and tumultuous times of the Tudor era. Now a hotel, this special place just outside of the Cotswolds is a… Read more »