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 Websites presented in alphabetical order Adrian Fisher's World Maze Database: Mazes to Visit Around the World 
 A browsable directory of ancient and modern human-scale mazes and labyrinths. Includes brief listings (a few with photos) for a variety of maze types, such as turf, mosaic, pavement, wooden fence, and stone. Most listings are for mazes in the United States and the United Kingdom, with a few from other locations. Compiled by a U.K. maze designer. http://www.maze-world.com/ Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jan 5, 2004 AwardWeb: Collections of Literary Award Information and Photos
This site's focus is its collection of annotated links to lists of science fiction literary awards, including the Bram Stoker, Campbell, Hugo, Nebula, World Fantasy, Dick, Tiptree, and many others. Other book award links cover general U.S. literature, mysteries, and children's literature as well as the national prizes for Australia, Canada, Ireland, and the United Kingdom. http://www.dpsinfo.com/awardweb/ Topics: Literature & Books, Literature: Fiction, Mysteries and More, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jun 23, 2003 The Battle of Britain
Here are the official reports of the air battle fought over Britain between July 10 and October 31, 1940. Find the complete Fighter Command Operational Diaries for each day of the battle, along with many historic photographs and detailed information about commanders, aircraft, squadrons (with their insignia), weather, statistics, and tactics of both sides. (The site notes that some of the claims in these reports "have since been proved to be greatly exaggerated.") From the Royal Air Force. http://www.raf.mod.uk/bob1940/ Topics: Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional, World War II Last updated Jul 15, 2004 Battle of Hastings 1066
In-depth coverage of the Battle of Hastings, fought in England and won by the Normans October 14, 1066. This site covers the history and cultures that led to the battle and the aftermath using maps, photos of historic sites, a glossary, essays, and much more. http://www.battle1066.com/ Topics: History By Place, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Aug 31, 2002 British Films Catalogue
This is a database of the latest British films (features, documentaries, and shorts) plus an archive of prior years back to 1998. Each entry includes a brief synopsis, a photo, and information such as format, running time, director, producer, writers, leading actors, production company, and sales agent. The database can be browsed by year and sorted in title or director order or searched by most of the fields in the entry. http://www.britfilms.com/britishfilms/ Topics: Film: Genres & Themes, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated May 10, 2002 Cambridge Relativity
Information written for the layperson about cosmology, black holes, cosmic strings, inflation, and quantum gravity. There are many photos and a few animations. Additionally, there is a tour of the National Cosmology Supercomputer of the United Kingdom. From the University of Cambridge. http://www.damtp.cam.ac.uk/user/gr/public/ Topics: Astronomy, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional, Physics Last updated Mar 7, 2004 Castles of Wales
Contains profiles of hundreds of medieval castles, photographs, maps, essays on related topics, an illustrated glossary of castle terminology, links to related resources, and more. http://www.castlewales.com/ Topics: Architecture, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated May 15, 2005 Children of World War 2 (1939-1945)
This site from the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) provides a glimpse of what life was like for British children during World War II. It features annotated images of a replica of a typical home, a rationing activity, and evacuees' letters. It also includes resources such as posters, photographs, letters, documents, an audio clip of an air raid siren, and materials for teachers. http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/ww2children/ Topics: Correspondence, Nonfiction by Genre, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional, World War II Last updated Dec 1, 2003 Collect Britain: Putting History in Place
This digitized collection presents "maps, manuscripts, topographical drawings, photographs, rare sound recordings and even long-forgotten advertisements and music-hall songs that chart the changing face of Britain and her people." Searchable, or browse topics within collections, virtual exhibitions, and themed tours. Includes text and video introductions. From the British Library. http://www.collectbritain.co.uk/ Topics: History By Place, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Aug 25, 2003 Edinburgh Festival Fringe
In 1947 "eight theatre groups turn up uninvited to the first Edinburgh [Scotland] International Festival. The inn is full so they check in at venues away from the big public stages. The first Fringe has been born." This festival takes place each summer and features theater, comedy, music, and dance performances. The site includes a history of the festival, a festival calendar, a photo gallery, maps, and Edinburgh tourist information. http://www.edfringe.com/ Topics: Arts and Humanities, Musicians, Performing Arts, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional, Recreation, Recreation, Sports, Recreation, & Entertainment Last updated Aug 8, 2007 Finding Images Online
Specific and simply worded guidelines and links for searching for pictures, photographs, and other images on the Internet. Provides suggested sources for stock photos, historical images, art images, scientific images, and maps. From the United Kingdom's Technical Advisory Service for Images (TASI). http://www.tasi.ac.uk/advice/using/finding.html Topics: Internet Guides & Search Tools, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Mar 6, 2005 Firemarks
Search or browse this commercially-oriented site for hundreds of high-quality photographs of firemarks, which were emblems attached to buildings by insurance companies to indicate that the buildings were insured against fire damage. The practice began in London in the late 17th century and "carried on for two hundred and fifty years." http://www.firemarks.co.uk/ Topics: Architecture, Consumer Research & Advocacy, Finance, History By Place, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jun 17, 2003 Gilbert and Sullivan Archive
Devoted to "the operas and other works of William S. Gilbert and Arthur S. Sullivan, and to other light operas of the late 19th and early 20th centuries." Includes biographies, librettos, plot summaries, photos, scores, articles, and more. http://diamond.boisestate.edu/gas/ Topics: Music, Musicians, Notable People, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Feb 22, 2005 The Hajj
Hajj is "the Fifth Pillar of Islam and the annual pilgrimage to Mecca to be performed by able Muslims at least once in their lifetime." Its origins, rituals, meanings, and the preparations by pilgrims are explored by Great Britain's Channel 4 Television through video, audio, and photographs. Includes a glossary, maps, prayers, links to related sites, and suggested reading. http://www.channel4.com/programmes/the-hajj-the-greatest-trip-on-earth Topics: Faiths, Photograph Collections: Regional, September 11 & Beyond Last updated Sep 17, 2009 Hidden Truths: Bloody Sunday 1972
An exhibit of 16 photographs of Bloody Sunday, when British Army soldiers shot and killed 13 civil rights demonstrators in Derry, Ireland, on January 30, 1972. "Some of the later images are particularly graphic. Discretion is advised." Includes an essay, a glossary, and related sites. From the California Museum of Photography, University of California, Riverside. http://www.cmp.ucr.edu/exhibitions/hidden/default.html Topics: Activism, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional, Photography, Social Issues Last updated Jun 10, 2006 Hunting With Dogs Debate
News and analysis about attempts to ban the blood sport of fox hunting in Great Britain. Provides arguments for and against the ban, a timeline (1940 to the present), information about the 2002 ban in Scotland, an overview of fox hunting in other countries, background information about the sport of fox hunting, and related material. Include photos and related links. From BBC News. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/uk/2002/hunting/default.stm Topics: Animals, Law, Law by Place (U.S. States & non-U.S.), Outdoor Recreation, Pets, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Sep 8, 2009 In Depth: Charles & Camilla
British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC) coverage of the April 2005 marriage of Prince Charles of England to Camilla Parker Bowles. It features articles on the reactions of Queen Elizabeth, the Church of England, the British government, and the public. It also includes background on the controversy, the family connections that link Prince Charles and Camilla, title changes, photos, and profiles of the couple. http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/uk/2005/charles_and_camilla/default.stm Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Sep 8, 2009 In Depth: London Explosions
Information about the July 7, 2005, terrorist attacks on the London Underground and a London bus. Includes a map of the four central London blast locations, images of the scenes (including eyewitness photos), video clips, and a timeline. Find news stories about the blasts, and follow the impact of the attacks on London hospitals, transit, and communication. From the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/in_depth/uk/2005/london_explosions/default.stm Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional, Terrorism, Weapons Last updated Sep 8, 2009 In Search of Scotland
Complements the BBC's ten-part series that explores the national identity of Scotland through its history. The topics are Mysterious Ancestors , Impact of the Monk , Renaissance & Reformation , The Making of the Union , Birth of a Nation , Wars of Independence , The European Lifeline , and The Enlightenment . There are many documents, photographs, and public records as well as a FAQ and related Web sites. http://www.bbc.co.uk/history/scottishhistory/ Topics: History By Place, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Nov 3, 2001 Ingenious
This British site "brings together images and viewpoints to create insights into science and culture. ... The site contains over 30,000 images which are used to illustrate over 30 different subjects, topics and debates." Topics include war, communication, travel, and health. Searchable. From the National Museum of Science & Industry (NMSI), with contributions from several other museums. http://www.ingenious.org.uk Topics: History By Place, Museums, Museums by Place, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional, Science Last updated Oct 6, 2004 John Snow
Devoted to Dr. John Snow, a prominent figure "in the history of public health, epidemiology and anesthesiology." Includes a biography, bibliography, photographs, maps of the 1854 London cholera outbreak studied by Snow, and full text of Snow's "On the Mode of Communication of Cholera." Also contains competing theories of the cause of cholera, and news on current worldwide cholera epidemics. From the Department of Epidemiology, School of Public Health, University of California, Los Angeles. http://www.ph.ucla.edu/epi/snow.html Topics: Diseases & Conditions, Health, Health & Medical Disciplines, Infectious Diseases, Maps by Place, Notable People, Photograph Collections: Regional, Public Health & Safety, Scientific Themes Last updated Jun 21, 2004 Led-Zeppelin.com: Electric Magic
Here you can find news; rare audio and video; a photo gallery; lyrics (browsable by album); a tour itinerary; biographical profiles of John Bonham, John Paul Jones, Jimmy Page, and Robert Plant; feature articles; and interviews. For a history of the British heavy metal band that recorded "Stairway to Heaven," see the All Music Guide . http://www.led-zeppelin.com/ Topics: Musical Genres, Musicians, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jun 20, 2001 MarLIN: The Marine Life Information Network for Britain and Ireland
"Information for marine environmental management, protection and education," with a focus on marine habitats, communities, and species. Many entries have brilliant, well-detailed photographs. Searchable and browsable. Includes related links. From the Marine Biological Association of the United Kingdom. http://www.marlin.ac.uk/ Topics: Animals, Biology, Fish, Reptiles, & Amphibians, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional, Science Last updated Jul 5, 2004 Moving Here: 200 Years of Migration To England
The vision of this site "is to explore, record and illustrate why people came to England ... and what their experiences were and continue to be. The site mainly looks at the Caribbean, Irish, Jewish and South Asian communities." It features photo galleries, timelines, personal stories, and a searchable archive of photos, maps, documents, audio clips, and other materials relating to migration history. Compiled from the collections of museums, archives, and libraries from across England. http://www.movinghere.org.uk/ Topics: Emigration & Immigration, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Aug 19, 2003 The National Archives Learning Curve
A resource for history teachers and students designed to support British schools' history curriculum. The site contains original sources from the National Archives such as documents, photographs, sound recordings, and film clips. Includes lessons, exhibitions, activities, and games. "Find out what people thought, said and did at the time of some of the most interesting events in history." http://www.learningcurve.gov.uk/ Topics: History, History By Place, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jul 8, 2004 The National Archives Learning Curve: Snapshots
British education site featuring "lesson-sized activities based around a small number of original sources" such as paintings, photos, maps, cartoons, and documents. Each "snapshot" includes tasks, the background of the historical event, links to related sites, and teacher's notes. http://www.learningcurve.gov.uk/index/snapshots.htm Topics: History, History By Place, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jul 9, 2004 National Hop Association of England
The Web site for this industry association representing hop growers in England features background information about the hop plant, descriptions of hop varieties grown in the United Kingdom, a description of the role of hops in the beer brewing process, a photo gallery, a glossary, and links to other sites about hops in the U.K. http://www.hops.co.uk Topics: Beverages, Crops, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional, Plants by Name Last updated Jun 4, 2006 National Portrait Gallery
The National Portrait Gallery was "founded in 1856 to collect the likenesses of famous British men and women." The site contains a database of images and descriptions of the Gallery's "paintings, sculptures, drawings, engravings and photographs." Searchable by sitter, artist, name of portrait, and more. Also features news, a history of the Gallery, online exhibits, and resources for teachers and students. http://www.npg.org.uk/index.php Topics: Museums, Museums by Place, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Sep 15, 2009 Northumberland Rock Art
"This website is the celebration of rock carvings made by Neolithic and Early Bronze Age people in Northumberland in the north east of England, between 6000 and 3500 years ago. Over 1000 carved panels are known and most of them are still located in the countryside." The database can be browsed and is searchable; information on each panel includes dimensions, motifs, type of rock, photographs, and site management and accessibility. Site also provides information for tourists. From Britain's Arts and Humanities Research Board. http://rockart.ncl.ac.uk/ Topics: Archaeology, Arts and Humanities, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jan 20, 2005 RIBA (Royal Institute of British Architects) Library Catalogue
An index to thousands of books, articles from hundreds of periodicals in many languages, and thousands of records of drawings, photos, and manuscripts. Includes records for material that has been cataloged since the 1980s. Search by author, title, subject, architect, building, or journal. From the Royal Institute of British Architects. http://www.architecture.com/LibraryDrawingsAndPhotographs/RIBALibrary/Catalogue.aspx Topics: Architecture, Librarianship, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Mar 14, 2008 The Royal Horticultural Society
Gardening and botanical information, including scientific and research articles, plants catalog and photographs, gardening advice, information on genetic research, pests and diseases, and the plant registration authority. Also has information on gardening shows throughout Britain. The RHS is "the UK's leading gardening charity dedicated to advancing horticulture and promoting good gardening." http://www.rhs.org.uk/ Topics: Biology, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional, Plants, Science, Science Last updated Dec 12, 2008 Royal Residences: Buckingham Palace
Read a detailed history of the principal seat of the British monarchy in London, England at this official site. Contains photographs and paintings which give a glimpse into the life and world of the British royal family. http://www.royalcollection.org.uk/default.asp?action=article&ID=61 Topics: Architecture, Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Sep 24, 2009 Secret of Photo 51
This companion site to a PBS NOVA episode "investigates the seminal role that Rosalind Franklin and her remarkable X-ray photograph played" in the discovery of the double helix structure of DNA. Includes background materials, program transcript, images, a slide show, and related resources. http://www.pbs.org/wgbh/nova/photo51/ Topics: Biology, Notable People, Notable People: Women, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Regional, Science, Science Last updated Feb 28, 2005 Smooth Hound: United Kingdom Hotels and Guest Houses
With over 10,000 listings throughout England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, Smooth Hound is complete, easy to use, and fast. It provides comprehensive details of facilities, including AA, RAC, and Tourist Board ratings; excellent clickable maps; and for many establishments, lengthy descriptions with color photographs. From tiny bed and breakfast houses to luxurious hotels, there is plenty here for all tastes and budgets. Searchable by town name, hotel name, or geographically (click on the map). http://www.smoothhound.co.uk/ Topics: Photograph Collections: Regional, Travel Last updated Dec 8, 2003 Stone Pages
Information on selected megalithic sites in several European countries. For each country, a list of available stone circles, dolmens, standing stones, cairns, barrows, and hillforts is provided. Each site is described with locations, sizes, and photos. Greatest depth is England, followed by Scotland and Ireland. France, Italy, and Wales are also included. Several QuickTime Virtual Reality panoramas are available. The annotated Archæo Links lead to both general archaeological and other megalithic Web resources. http://www.stonepages.com/ Topics: Archaeology, Mysteries and More, Photograph Collections: Regional, Regions of the World, Regions of the World Last updated Jan 28, 2001 Stowe Landcape Gardens
This garden, near Buckingham, England, is an excellent example of landscape architecture in the 18th century. The garden is part of the National Trust. Included are maps, photos, descriptions, historical information, a glossary, and links to other garden Web sites. http://panther.bsc.edu/~jtatter/stowe.html Topics: Gardening, Photograph Collections, Photograph Collections: Nature & Wildlife, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Feb 21, 2004 Treasures From the National Archives
"The National Archives of England, Wales and the United Kingdom ... span[s] 1000 years of British history, from Domesday Book of 1086 to government papers recently released to the public." View images of original documents and artifacts by theme or date, or browse the online exhibitions that cover a variety of historical topics and feature photos, original documents, and film clips. http://www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/museum/ Topics: Government, History By Place, Libraries & Archives by Type, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Apr 30, 2006 UK News: The Monarchy
Collection of stories and opinion pieces about Britain's royal family. Includes links to material about the Queen Mother (1900-2002), Princess Margaret, the golden jubilee of Queen Elizabeth II in 2002, and the Act of Settlement. Includes photos and links to related sites. From the Guardian Unlimited, the online companion to the British newspaper The Guardian. http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/monarchy Topics: Heads of State, Notable People: Government, Photograph Collections: Regional Last updated Jan 19, 2009 WW2 People's War
"The BBC asked the public to contribute their memories of World War Two to a website between June 2003 and January 2006. This archive of 47,000 stories and 15,000 images is the result." Searchable, and browsable by date, location, type of story, military unit, location in Britain, or key event (such as the Holocaust). Includes a glossary. Hosted by the British Broadcasting Corporation (BBC). http://www.bbc.co.uk/ww2peopleswar/ Topics: Photograph Collections: History, Photograph Collections: Regional, World War II Last updated Nov 25, 2006 |
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