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
Peterborough: Historic city, New town
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After a brief historical overview our podcast explores the city in four categories:
Politics & War: the royal connections to the ancient cathedral including Catherine of Aragon and Mary Queen of Scots
Science & Industry: a city expanded by railway industry, brickmaking, and engines. Two pioneering female scientists.
Arts & Culture: The Peterborough Chronicle, a key national record, and insight into the evolution of the English language
Urban landscape: a new town joined onto a historic city centre home to one of the great cathedrals of England
As ever, we will give our opinions on the city and scores for historic interest.
