Ye Olde Guide
Ye Olde Guide is a podcast about the history and heritage of the towns and cities of England. Perhaps you’re visiting one of England's wonderful cities and want to arrive primed to explore the remnants of its past. Or maybe you’re seeking a new appreciation of the town you live in. Either way, this podcast is for you. Think of us as part guide book, part companion, part battle of towns. Visit our website yeoldeguide.com for extensive show notes, maps and discussion. We hope you enjoy the podcast. Please send us your feedback to comments@yeoldeguide.com
Ye Olde Guide
Windsor & Eton
Welcome to Ye Olde Guide, a fact-filled historical tour of the towns and cities of England.
In this episode we are visiting the contiguous towns of Windsor and Eton. Windsor has been the centre of royal power in Britain for much of the past millennium, while Eton's scholars have occupied a central place in political and cultural life.
In this episode we will discover:
- The history of Windsor Castle and its royal occupants
- How Eton College was pivotal in the codification of sport
- The role of tourism in Windsor - from pilgrimage to Lego
And much more.
We hope you enjoy the episode
