Tandem skydive with Red Letter DaysThrowing yourself out of a plane at 10,000 feet might be considered utter madness. But if close friends start wondering aloud about your sanity (or the contents of your will), you can reassure them that you'll be attached (literally) to an expert instructor and that, frankly, you're in for an experience so exhilarating that you'll probably never stop talking about it.
The History of Afternoon TeaThere are few British customs that are as well known as the social and relaxing cup of good old-fashioned tea. We take a look at the history of afternoon tea, and explain how tearooms became popular places for relaxation and refreshment.
Great British food festivalsThe French may think that we're just a nation of 'les rosbifs', but ask any Brit what they think of our cuisine and they'll tell you that we're a world-leader in high quality food. To celebrate and bring together the diversity of cuisine in Britain, food festivals are popping up all across the country. It's enough to make those Gallic chefs choke on their snails.
The Witchcraft Trials of EssexEssex is infamous with its involvement in the witchcraft trials that took place around 400 years ago. We look at case histories and the accusations that caused mass hysteria, showing the amazing stories behind the considerable loss of life.