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
Episodes
33 episodes
Nottingham Part 1: Castle to Courtroom
Welcome to Nottingham, where rebellion runs deep. In this first part of our mini-series, we dive into the city's tangled history of politics and protest, from Nottingham Castle's royal showdowns to Luddite uprisings in Market Square, riot...
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38:43
Lost Cities of England
In this special episode of YeOldeGuide, we delve into the fascinating history of England's forgotten settlements. Despite being a small and crowded island, some important towns have faded into obscurity or vanished entirely. Where were these mi...
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33:35
Brighton Part 2: a place for everyone
Brighton – the regency city by the sea, which grew from a sleepy fishing town into a centre of Georgian leisure, initially as a spa town, but later as a centre for entertainment favoured by the Prince Regent himself. As train loads of tou...
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Brighton Part 1: Regency City by the Sea
Brighton – the regency city by the sea, which grew from a sleepy fishing town into a centre of Georgian leisure, initially as a spa town, but later as a centre for entertainment favoured by the Prince Regent himself. As train loads of tou...
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35:01
Castles & Cathedrals: The rise of the medieval English city
From 1066 to 1500 towns and cities in England transformed beyond recognition. The Norman conquest brought stability, trade and resources and the construction of large castles and cathedrals. Towns became the economic focus of their...
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Peterborough: Historic city, New town
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 ScotsScience & Industry: a c...
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1:08:55
Liverpool Part 4: urban landscape
Join us on a historical tour of Liverpool. World famous for The Beatles and its football clubs, Liverpool has a rich and influential history and magnificent architectural heritage. Ye Olde Guide explores the history of Englis...
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32:55
Liverpool Part 3: Science & Industry
Join us on a historical tour of Liverpool. World famous for The Beatles and its football clubs, Liverpool has a rich and influential history and magnificent architectural heritage. Ye Olde Guide explores the history of Englis...
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31:18
London's Olympic Legacies: Unveiling historic venues 1908 to 2012
Explore the fascinating history of the impact of the Olympic games on English towns and cities. The history of venues from the groundbreaking White City Stadium built for the 1908 Olympics, to the 2012 Aquatics Centre. Delve into the transforma...
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57:49
Liverpool Part 2: Arts & Culture
Join us on a historical tour of Liverpool. World famous for The Beatles and its football clubs, Liverpool has a rich and influential history and magnificent architectural heritage. Ye Olde Guide explores the history of Englis...
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Liverpool Part 1: Politics & War
Join us on a historical tour of Liverpool. World famous for The Beatles and its football clubs, Liverpool has a rich and influential history and magnificent architectural heritage. Ye Olde Guide explores the history of Englis...
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39:37
Local Museums: essential narrators of urban history
Museums are at the heart of storytelling for towns and cities. We discuss how the scope, excitement and emersion of local museums helps narrate the history of urban development and culture. Our conversation explores the signi...
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History of Southampton: port & gateway of England
Discover Southampton's rich history – from its Saxon roots and pivotal role in medieval trade to its emergence as a major port in the 19th century. Explore the city's political ties, maritime connections, and the profound impact of the Titanic ...
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Episode 19
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Settling in Stone: Tracing the First Steps of British Towns
Embark on a journey through time with Ye Olde Guide as we delve into the origins of English towns. In this episode, we unravel the practical and theoretical definitions of urban life, tracing its evolution from the late Stone Age to the Norman ...
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Episode 18
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31:54
History of Stoke-on-Trent
Welcome to Ye Olde Guide. In this episode we are exploring Stoke-on-Trent including:Its renowned pottery industry, which thrived due to the factory system and the influence of Josiah Wedgwood. Pottery played a significa...
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Episode 17
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Special: England's best walled cities
🏰🌆🔍 Explore the legacy of England's city walls and their hidden histories in this fascinating podcast episode. We discuss cities where walls have left a lasting legacy including York, Chester, Berwick upon Tweed, Southampton, Exet...
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Episode 16
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40:04
History of Cambridge
From its esteemed position in political history to its thriving cultural scene, Cambridge has something for everyone. In this episode, we'll take you on a journey through five categories that showcase the city's unique heritage:Poli...
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Episode 15
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1:07:24
Ye Olde Guide 2022 Christmas Special
What are the festive traditions of the towns and cities of England? We revisit some of the towns we've visited on the podcast to explore how Christmas has been celebrated over the ages.We wish all our listeners a Merry Christmas a...
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18:06
History of Warrington
A podcast guide to the history and heritage of Warrington.Warrington is not usually on the tourist trail but nevertheless boasts abundant history:A key river crossing point leading to the town being a key location in the Eng...
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55:30
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...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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1:07:27
History of Hull
Welcome to Ye Olde Guide to Kingston Upon Hull, usually known simply as Hull. This podcast guide to Hull provides a historical guide to Hull including places to see in the city todayIn this episode we will discover:- &...
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Episode 12
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1:04:33
History of Shrewsbury: Quintessentially English Market Town
Join Ye Olde Guide on an historic tour of Shrewsbury. A town which may have one of the best preserved historic centres in England, numerous listed buildings of interest and the birthplace of one of the greatest scientists in history.The...
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Episode 11
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1:07:32
History of Lancaster: Georgian Maritime Centre
Ye Olde Guide is visiting Lancaster, a city with a famous name, ancient history, well known for its castle, yet almost forgotten as a centre of global trading power.In politics & war - the House of Lancaster is a recognisable name, b...
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Episode 10
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1:01:31
History of Lincoln: tallest, steepest, bloodiest? - a city of superlatives
Join us as we visit Lincoln.Famous for its castle and cathedral we explore the history of Lincoln. Boasting what may well have been the world's tallest building, the nation's steepest urban hill, and the site of key battles in the...
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Episode 9
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1:00:49
History of Colchester: Britain's first town
Welcome to Ye Olde Guide, a podcast about the history of English towns and cities.In this episode we visit Birtain's oldest town founded by the Romans, who built some of the largest and best preserved ancient buildings in Britain. ...
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Episode 8
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