The Hidden Britain Blog

Explore fascinating articles about Britain's secret historical routes, forgotten pathways, and the untold stories of our landscape's past.

Hadrian's Wall remote section Roman Britain

15 October 2023

Beyond the Crowds: Hadrian's Wall's Hidden Trails

While thousands visit the central sections of Hadrian's Wall each year, few venture to its lesser-known segments where the true essence of Rome's northern frontier can be experienced in solitude. Discover the hidden watchtowers and remote milecastles that offer a more authentic glimpse into frontier life.

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Medieval cobbled street Medieval Routes

28 September 2023

The Lost Network: Connecting Medieval Market Towns

Beneath modern A-roads and hidden in plain sight across the English countryside lies an intricate network of medieval trade routes connecting market towns. These ancient highways tell stories of commerce, pilgrimage, and daily medieval life that shaped Britain's landscape.

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Cornish smugglers' cove Maritime History

5 September 2023

By Moonlight: Cornwall's Secret Smugglers' Paths

The rugged Cornish coastline harbours a network of hidden paths once used by smugglers to transport contraband inland. These secret routes, often connecting remote beaches to rural villages, reveal the untold history of Cornwall's 'free traders' who operated in the 18th and 19th centuries.

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Overgrown forest path Royal History

18 August 2023

The King's Roads: Forgotten Royal Forest Pathways

England's ancient royal forests contain a wealth of hidden historical pathways once used by monarchs and their courts. From the processional routes of William the Conqueror to the hunting tracks of Tudor kings, these forgotten thoroughfares offer a glimpse into the royal exploitation of Britain's woodlands.

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