Ye Olde Guide
31 episodes - English - Latest episode: 28 days ago - ★★★★★ - 1 ratingVisit our website yeoldeguide.com for extensive show notes, maps and discussion. Welcome to Ye Olde Guide - the podcast guide to the history and heritage of the towns and cities of England, with a competitive twist. 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. We hope you enjoy the podcast. Please send us your feedback to [email protected]
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Local Museums: essential narrators of urban history
March 20, 2024 23:00 - 32 minutes - 22.2 MBMuseums 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 significance of local museums in preserving culture and democratising history. It delves into the presentation of town history, highlighting examples such as York Castle Museum and Sea City in Southampton. Fun and uniqueness aspects are also discussed, featuring Ipswich M...
History of Southampton: port & gateway of England
January 13, 2024 13:00 - 1 hour - 44.1 MBDiscover 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 sinking. Southampton's cultural landscape includes the influential International Boat Show, connections to entertainment through Benny Hill and UK Garage. While medieval remnants add historical charm, post-war rebuilding has altered the city's visual c...
Settling in Stone: Tracing the First Steps of British Towns
August 24, 2023 21:00 - 31 minutes - 21.9 MBEmbark 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 Conquest. Discover how early communities transformed from nomadic tribal settlements to clustered focal points with hints of unified governance. Explore the archaeological evidence that sheds light on prehistoric permanent housing, causewayed enclosure...
History of Stoke-on-Trent
June 01, 2023 19:00 - 50 minutes - 34.5 MBWelcome 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 significant role in shaping the city's population and character. A proud musical legacy, with famous musicians like Robbie Williams hailing from Stoke-on-Trent. Williams' connection to his hometown is evident in his songs and his support for the local football club, Port Vale. Ex...
Special: England's best walled cities
March 24, 2023 22:00 - 40 minutes - 27.5 MB🏰🌆🔍 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, Exeter and London. We discover how these walls were once essential for defence and trade, and why they fell into decline over time. With just a few remaining walls, learn how English civic authorities made decisions about what historic features of their towns were ...
History of Cambridge
February 27, 2023 19:00 - 1 hour - 46.3 MBFrom 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: Politics & War: Discover how Cambridge played a key role in British politics and produced 14 prime ministers. Plus, a gruesome artefact of another leader... Culture: a major influence on British comedy and sport. Science and Industry: Cambridge is home to some o...
Ye Olde Guide 2022 Christmas Special
December 28, 2022 13:00 - 18 minutes - 12.5 MBWhat 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 and a Happy New Year.
History of Warrington
October 18, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBA 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 English Civil war The centre of many industries which have left a legacy on the Warrington skyline The location of early innovations in water and rail transport Home of a famous horse A town greatly expanded in the twentieth century, but with an architecturally rich...
Warrington
October 18, 2022 09:00 - 55 minutes - 38.1 MBA 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 English Civil war The centre of many industries which have left a legacy on the Warrington skyline The location of early innovations in water and rail transport Home of a famous horse A town greatly expanded in the twentieth century, but with an architecturally rich...
Windsor & Eton
October 08, 2022 16:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBWelcome 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...
History of Hull
July 05, 2022 04:00 - 1 hour - 44.4 MBWelcome 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 today In this episode we will discover: - Hull’s famous MP William Wilberforce, who spearheaded the abolition of slavery, and who’s home became a fantastic museum - The history of one of Britain’s most important ports and the industry that sprung around it - Cream phone boxes and the world’s ...
History of Shrewsbury: Quintessentially English Market Town
May 10, 2022 03:00 - 1 hour - 46.4 MBJoin 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 podcast explores the history of Shrewsbury in five categories: Politics & War: how the geography of Shrewsbury led to it being at the heart of historic Anglo-Welsh conflict, and the site of numerous gruesome battles Science & Industry: the birthplace of C...
History of Lancaster: Georgian Maritime Centre
March 30, 2022 05:00 - 1 hour - 42.3 MBYe 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, but Lancaster saw little action in the Wars of the Roses. It was a bigger stage in Anglo-Scottish conflict including a raid by Robert the Bruce. For culture we explore the legacy of the Pendle Witch trials, where the testimony of children was allowed for the f...
History of Lincoln: tallest, steepest, bloodiest? - a city of superlatives
February 13, 2022 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBJoin 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 history of England, Lincoln is a city packed with historical buildings. Please see our website yeoldeguide.com for more details and to leave feedback
History of Colchester: Britain's first town
January 25, 2022 17:00 - 1 hour - 45.3 MBWelcome 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. We discuss the incredible city walls, the Norman castle, Roman theatres, and a fantastic variety of museums to keep any visitor entertained. Ye Olde Guide explores Colchester in five categories to find the less well known stories: Culture: the birth of nursery ...
History of Wakefield: Battles, Sculpture and Rhubarb
December 30, 2021 15:00 - 56 minutes - 39.1 MBJoin us as we explore the history of Wakefield
History of Great Yarmouth - Beyond the Beach
November 03, 2021 21:00 - 55 minutes - 37.9 MBYe Olde Guide is a podcast tour of the history of English towns, including buildings, museums and attractions you can visit today. In Great Yarmouth episode we explore the unique and historic seaside resort stretching along a golden mile of Norfolk coast. Beyond the the incredible seaside attractions, we will learn about the world leading Herring trade, which made Yarmouth one of the wealthiest towns in the land in the middle ages. Our trip to the seaside includes: - A ride one of the w...
History of Chester - timeless urban heritage
September 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBYe Olde Guide is a podcast about the history of English towns and cities. Join us in Chester, a city where the history is embedded in the buildings you can see. We will be discussing Chester's status as a key Roman fort, its significance as a regional capital throughout the Saxon period and beyond. We will discuss the remains of Roman Chester, its city walls and its unique multi-storey shopping arcades. Plus much more. Visit out website: yeoldeguide.com
Chester
September 16, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 45 MBJoin us in Chester, a city where the history is embedded in the buildings you can see. We will be discussing Chester's status as a key Roman fort, its significance as a regional capital throughout the Saxon period and beyond. We will discuss the remains of Roman Chester, its city walls and its unique multi-storey shopping arcades. Plus much more. Visit out website: yeoldeguide.com
Bath – Georgian England, preserved
August 11, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBA superbly preserved Georgian resort town owing its existence to unique geology, Bath is one of the most visited cities in England. We will explore its incredible architecture and much more including : How the city provided creative scenery throughout the ages, from Saxon poetry, to Jane Austen, Thomas Gainsborough and Les Misérables; The event in Bath that provided the blueprint for the British coronation ceremonies to this day; The first discovery of a new planet in a Bath back garden....
History of Bath – Georgian England, preserved
August 11, 2021 23:00 - 1 hour - 47.8 MBYe Olde Guide is a podcast about the history of English towns and cities. A superbly preserved Georgian resort town owing its existence to unique geology, Bath is one of the most visited cities in England. We will explore its incredible architecture and much more including : How the city provided creative scenery throughout the ages, from Saxon poetry, to Jane Austen, Thomas Gainsborough and Les Misérables; The event in Bath that provided the blueprint for the British coronation ceremoni...
History of Swindon - a railway legacy
July 24, 2021 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBYe Olde Guide is a podcast about the history of English towns and cities. In this episode we’re alighting at Swindon. In the first category Culture, we’ll discover England’s first lending library and the industrial pop album inspired by Swindon’s railway heritage. For Politics & War we’ll hear about prisoners of war, and how a Swindon institution inspired the foundation of the NHS. In Science & Industry, we’ll discover Swindon’s place in railway history and how the railway works literal...
Swindon - a railway legacy
July 24, 2021 10:00 - 52 minutes - 36.2 MBIn this episode we’re alighting at Swindon. In the first category Culture, we’ll discover England’s first lending library and the industrial pop album inspired by Swindon’s railway heritage. For Politics & War we’ll hear about prisoners of war, and how a Swindon institution inspired the foundation of the NHS. In Science & Industry, we’ll discover Swindon’s place in railway history and how the railway works literally created the modern town. For Urban Heritage, the remarkable, multifunct...
History of Reading: rock and royalty
July 08, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBYe Olde Guide is a podcast about the history of English towns and cities. In this episode we’re uncovering the hidden history of Reading, Berkshire. We'll discuss Oscar Wilde’s imprisonment, Jane Austen’s school and one of the oldest popular music festivals in the world. We’ll uncover the lost burial place of an English King, and the only major battle in the last successful invasion of Britain. We'll hear about the legacy of Huntley & Palmers, once the largest biscuit manufacturer in the...
Reading: rock and royalty
July 08, 2021 11:00 - 1 hour - 48.3 MBIn this episode we’re uncovering the hidden history of Reading. We'll discuss Oscar Wilde’s imprisonment, Jane Austen’s school and one of the oldest popular music festivals in the world. We’ll uncover the lost burial place of an English King, and the only major battle in the last successful invasion of Britain. We'll hear about the legacy of Huntley & Palmers, once the largest biscuit manufacturer in the world, visit the regenerated Abbey Quarter, Reading Gaol and the exceptional patterne...
Coventry - A tale of three cathedrals
June 24, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBIn this first episode we’re visiting the midlands city of Coventry. See the extensive show notes and guide map at yeoldeguide.com In the first category culture we will discuss Lady Godiva’s naked ride through the city, the birth of two-tone, and Coventry’s essential place in the history of British multiculturalism. For politics and war we’ll be talking The Blitz, the world wars and the turbulent period when Coventry was said to have acted as the capital of England! In the third cate...
History of Coventry - A tale of three cathedrals
June 24, 2021 21:00 - 1 hour - 44.8 MBYe Olde Guide is a podcast about the history of English towns and cities. In this first episode we’re visiting the midlands city of Coventry. See the extensive show notes and guide map at yeoldeguide.com In the first category culture we will discuss Lady Godiva’s naked ride through the city, the birth of two-tone, and Coventry’s essential place in the history of British multiculturalism. For politics and war we’ll be talking The Blitz, the world wars and the turbulent period when Co...
Swindon - A railway legacy
June 24, 2021 21:00 - 53 minutes - 36.7 MBCheck out our extensive show notes and guide map at yeoldeguide.com In this episode we’re alighting at Swindon. In the first category culture we’ll discover England’s first lending library and the industrial pop album inspired by Swindon’s railway heritage. For Politics and war we’ll hear about prisoners of war, and how a Swindon institution inspired the foundation of the NHS. In science and industry we’ll discover how Swindon’s place in railway history and how the railway works literal...
Ye Olde Guide - Podcast Introduction
June 24, 2021 19:00 - 4 minutes - 3.05 MBStart here! This short introduction explains how we plan to structure the podcast. For more details see the website: yeoldeguide.com
Reading
May 23, 2021 16:00 - 1 hour - 47.6 MBCheck out our extensive show notes and guide map at yeoldeguide.com