Cities Towns & Villages / Medieval / Roman
by The Grand Tourist · Published 31st October 2017 · Last modified 12th April 2019
Walled towns and cities can be found throughout Britain. The Romans were particularly enthusiastic about surrounding their settlements with a ring of stone walls. It made a great defensive feature to protect the townspeople...
Beautyspots & Countryside / Cities Towns & Villages / Curiosity Corner / England / Industrial / Landmarks & Historical Sites / Merseyside / Places
by The Grand Tourist · Published 10th October 2017 · Last modified 12th April 2019
Anyone who travels to North Wales or Chester on the M56 has probably noticed the column which sits on top of the hill behind Frodsham and Helsby. If you’re like me, then you’ve probably...