Our experts offer their advice on a range of historical subjects, to help you better understand the buildings and landscape around you. Read on in our experts' views.
The history in your house
If walls could talk....we show you how they can, in how to trace the history of your house.
Archaeological architecture
Architecture is key to reading history. Find out how to become fluent in the language of architecture and what buildings tell us about the lives of our forebears in reading architecture.
What's in a name?
Raise your eyes to view your street, town or city name and discover the Romans or Anglo-Saxons are closer than you think. Find out where you originate in reading cities, towns and villages.
History Mysteries in more depth:
OU on the BBC: History Mysteries - About the series
Production team
Ever wondered about the monument you pass everyday? Are you curious about a place name or discovered a hidden passageway in your house? Ever thought... Read more : OU on the BBC: History Mysteries - About the series
OU on the BBC: History Mysteries - Programme summaries
Production team
Throughout the series an array of historical mysteries are unearthed and our team of sleuths provide the evidence, to prove or disprove theories and legends.... Read more : OU on the BBC: History Mysteries - Programme summaries
OU on the BBC: History Mysteries - Meet the presenters
Production team
Our team of sleuths, Miranda Krestovnikoff, Nick Barratt and Jonathan Foyle have the skills and knowledge you need to uncover the past around you. Find... Read more : OU on the BBC: History Mysteries - Meet the presenters
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