They embraced a Lockean toleration of dissenting sects, even while retaining established national churches. The Dutch Republic ... such as the period 1650–72 under the Grand Pensionary Johan de Witt.

At a cathedral in York, England, expert stonemasons are combining cutting-edge technology with ancient technique to bring ...

Archaeologists believe they found a residence of medieval ruler Harold Godwinson, England’s last Anglo-Saxon king. A nearby church and toilet were vital clues.

Ireland had to come from behind against England to get their bid for a third successive Six Nations title off to a winning 27-22 bonus-point start thanks to a ferocious second half after the ...

In the heart of Somerset, England's smallest city is home to a hidden gem-Europe's oldest surviving medieval street that breathes history.

You can climb the central tower's 325 steps for stunning views of the city and take a tour of the oldest cathedral in England - the resting place of Saint Cuthbert. You might find some of the ...

The Church of England is yet to confirm if it will offer Peterborough any additional support following its crisis appeal. On Monday (January 16), the city’s Cathedral launched a ‘Cathedral in ...

A house which lay buried for almost 400 years reveals an insight into life in republican England, archaeologists ... dates back to about 1650 and was built by Sir Arthur Haselrig, who was a ...