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How the English comic singer and songwriter brought drag to the masses.
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Douglas Byng: The origins of drag
The Iron Giant
Bringing a beautiful railway viaduct back to life.
Saints and martyrs
The lasting effect of Henry VIII’s dissolution of the monasteries.
Nottingham’s Goose Fair
Explore the long and vibrant history of one of the biggest fairs in Europe.
The exorcist and the witch hunt
Discover how a successful clergyman ended up chasing witches in Nottingham.
The story of Raleigh
How a small cycle maker in Nottingham became the biggest name in bikes in the world.
The Knights Templar and the dungeons of Newark
The story of the demise of the mysterious order in Nottinghamshire.
The ‘goblins’ of Wollaton Park
A remarkable discovery by a group of Nottingham school children is re-examined.
Sherwood Unwrapped
Welcome to Sherwood Unwrapped
Explore the true story behind BBC One crime drama, Sherwood.
1. James Graham makes home the real story
Writer James Graham puts his home city at the centre of the BBC One drama, Sherwood.
2. Spotlight on the stars
Nottinghamshire actors have relished the chance to take on roles in the BBC One drama.
3. ‘Shottingham’
Explore the true crime parallels found in the BBC One drama, Sherwood.
Wilford's cannibal pirate
Discover the story of a Nottingham-born sailor forced to do the unthinkable to survive.
How King John died at Newark Castle
Discover the story behind the undignified death of the notorious monarch.
Pilgrims of Nottinghamshire: The Mayflower Voyage
Follow the journey of the pilgrims as they founded one of the first colonies in America.
‘Mad’ Madge: Bassetlaw’s Sci-Fi trailblazer
Exploring the life and legacy of Margaret Cavendish.
