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Researching social and domestic history from the historic archives
We're delving into the archives for a fascinating visit back in time. Primarily focused on the Victorian and Edwardian eras - with plenty from the Tudors, the Georgians and Post-War England, too. And likely many more, in-between.
We're looking at recipes, kitchen methods, household management, daily routines - both upstairs and downstairs - and sharing the wisdom we discover.
"Keep on going, and the chances are that you will stumble on something, perhaps when you are least expecting it. I never heard of anyone ever stumbling on something sitting down."
Charles F. Kettering
Enjoying the very best of flavours and nostalgia with a fully-stocked traditional pantry
Reminiscent of years gone by, our pantry is stocked with a selection of delicious preserves, relishes and chutneys. Often made with homegrown produce, creating something very special to enjoy throughout the year.
Newly published
The Victorian pantry
This week's article
Sweet blueberry bites
Kitchen recipe
Vegetable tray bake
Kitchen recipe
Delicious poke bowl
Kitchen recipe
Bramley and walnut
Chutney recipe
Classic stir-fry
Kitchen recipe
Sharing timeless knowledge, skills, craftsmanship and remedies for a self-sufficient and resourceful home
With an abundance of knowledge and techniques which have been passed down through the generations, we're "making-do-and-mending" with what's readily available, for an efficient, sustainable and resourceful home.
Letters and diary entries
Our letters
Our latest happenings, a variety of photographs, a general 'history' natter and plenty more. Each letter arrives on the first Tuesday of every month.