by annesleyabercorn | Jan 20, 2021 | Annesley Abercorn, Blog, British Things
Having loomed over the landscape of Britain’s capital city for a thousand years, the Tower of London is as imposing now as it was in the Middle Ages. Indeed, the Tower’s history is deeply tied to the history of Britain; in times of both war and peace, it...
by annesleyabercorn | Dec 31, 2020 | Annesley Abercorn, Blog, British Things
*This blog was initially written before London was placed under Tier 4 lockdown. Please follow all rules and guidelines that were put in place to ensure your safety.* London has long been known as the United Kingdom’s premier destination for fun and...
by annesleyabercorn | Dec 2, 2020 | Annesley Abercorn, Blog, British Things
England is home to the greatest playwright ever to live. While William Shakespeare remains unequalled more than four centuries after his death, The Bard himself might be proud of talent still emerging from “this Sceptered Isle” as modern British...
by annesleyabercorn | Nov 4, 2020 | Annesley Abercorn, Blog, British Things
Throughout most of its history, there can be little doubt that London has been the nerve-centre of English life. Initially founded as a colonial outpost of the then-dominant Roman Empire during the 1st Century AD, London swiftly grew to encompass and absorb several...
by annesleyabercorn | Oct 1, 2020 | Annesley Abercorn, Blog, British Things
James Bond is one of the most iconic film characters of all-time. The James Bond films are still trendy today nearly 60 years after the release of the first film in the franchise. While there are a lot of things to admire about the character, his beautiful luxury car...
by annesleyabercorn | Sep 8, 2020 | Annesley Abercorn, Blog, British Things
As one of the world’s great holiday destinations, there can be little doubt that London, England is home to some of the most excellent museums to be found anywhere on earth. Exploring the collections of this great city would take many lifetimes, it is true, but...
