I am quite grateful that I have family just outside of London, as they wonderfully let me stay with them! And even better, they introduce me to all of the local history hot-spots. They are quite close to St Albans, which is rich with history […]

St Albans is a particularly interesting city to me. Most well-known for the Battles of St Albans and the cathedral, the town is chock full of history. If you have a few hours to spare, I highly recommend grabbing the Thameslink out of London and […]

St. Albans Cathedral is one of the most underrated cathedrals that I have visited. Just outside of London, it is a Norman cathedral that has undergone many changes  in its life. It has a fantastic history that spans over 900 years. Although it is not […]

When I lived in Dublin for my MA, I was able to visit my cousin who lives outside of London. She is not terribly far from St. Albans, and was an absolutely lovely hostess who let me linger and stare at old historical things for […]