History Near London | 1 Guide

The landscape around London has witnessed millennia of history—Stonehenge's prehistoric mystery, Roman villas with intact mosaics, medieval cathedrals, Tudor palaces, and battlefields that shaped the nation. Our history guides take you to the places where English history happened, from the field where the future of Christianity in England was decided at the Battle of Hastings to the palace where the English Reformation began. We provide historical context that connects individual sites to broader narratives and help you understand why these places mattered.