Iconic figures in British history and culture, the members of the Queen's Guard are fully trained soldiers, assigned with the task of guarding the Sovereign residences in Great Britain, namely, the Buckingham Palace and St James's Palace. They were in operation so far back as 1660, under the reign of King Charles II, then known as the 'King's Guard'. To date, the Royal Guardsmen have served four Queens and 10 Kings of the British Monarchy. The Famous Uniform of the Royal Guardsmen Unlike regular military officials, the Royal Guardsmen are…

In tracing the history of the Royal Coat of Arms in the United Kingdom, this is passed down through the royal family from Monarch to Monarch. It is only the reigning sovereign, currently Queen Elizabeth II, is the only individual who is permitted to use the actual Royal Coat of Arms, while other Royal Family members are allowed to use variations of the original. Since the Queen is Head of Justice, the courtrooms also display it with the judges acting as representatives of the Crown. Although coins used in Britain…

Sausages hold a major part in the menus of the main British meals. Manufacturers of sausages in the UK use a type of meats such as pork, venison and beef along with a variety of herbs and cereals to produce sausages. Most of the British prefer having sausages with their breakfasts. However, they include sausages to recipes rather than consuming sausages alone. Fruits such as apples and apricots as well as flour food products such as bread take part in such traditional methods. National Sausage Week – Sausage Ambassador The…

The most advanced and rapidly growing major cities in England are in the South. Not unintentionally, four of these towns – Telford, Peterborough, Northampton, and Milton Keynes – are the new cities that fall into this category as increased areas of growth. Advanced cities are known to drive economic growth and in meeting the goal of increased productivity. It means more jobs are created closing the gap of unemployment. Milton Keynes, the biggest of these towns in Buckinghamshire, has developed so much faster than the others that its lead is…

Yeoman Warders are distinctly associated with the 'Yeomen of the Guard' - Royal bodyguards and are responsible for maintaining the security of the Tower of London. Their tasks traditionally include attending to any available prisoners and protecting the Crown Jewels of the British Sovereign. At present, they guide tourists through the Tower, explaining the historical significance of the items on display. Popularly nicknamed 'Beefeaters', the Yeomen Warders of the Tower are a symbol of British culture and they also serve as a tourist attraction. The origin of their name 'Beefeaters'…

Hidden in the midst of mountain valleys in 'Gwynedd' is the largest natural water body in Wales. It is popularly known as the 'Bala Lake', and locally it is named 'Llyn Tegid' meaning ‘The Lake of Serenity'. The massive and magnificent Bala Lake stretches over an extent of four miles with a depth of one hundred and fifty feet. Since it is located in a glacial valley, the lake is of glacial origin. It is also fed by the waters of 'River Dee' and is thus famously known for its…

To make the best of your vacation make sure to stop by the following top 10 places to visit in West Yorkshire. Grand Theatre, Leeds For those who enjoy classical theatre, music and dance, the 'Leeds Grand Theatre' is bound to have something to offer, be it operas, musicals or ballet performances. A famous symbol of Victorian architecture, the 'Grand Theatre' hosts performances by globally acclaimed companies, "Opera North" and "Northern Ballet Theatre". Tropical World, Leeds Tropical World in Leeds is home to many exotic animals from across the world,…

In the South coastal region of Devon, around 190 miles away from London, is Plymouth city. With rivers 'Tamar' and 'Plym' flowing on either side of the city boundary, the passing traveller can enjoy either an evening fair on the beach or a cosy supper in the countryside. History Plymouth boasts a rich history, dating so far back as the 'Bronze Age', and bore the name of 'Sutton' during the Roman occupation of English lands. In the 17th century, colonists departing from the city founded the 'Plymouth Colony', known today…

The Scottish Parliament Building lies in Central Edinburgh. UNESCO has made this building and the surrounding area a World Heritage Site. The authorities commenced its construction in the second half of 1999, and Scottish Parliament Members gathered there for the first time on September 7, 2004. On October 9, 2004, Queen Elizabeth II presided over the opening ceremony of the parliament building. The architect Enric Miralles, who designed the Parliament, died before its completion. Scottish Parliament building: before and after Before the opening of the parliament building, the parliamentary affairs…

The Salford Town in Greater Manchester of England includes cities of Pendlebury, Eccles to Swinton, and Iream. Except for Iream, all the other cities boast a population of over 35,000. Altogether the city houses over 218,000 people, and the Salford Civic Centre headquartered in Swinton administers the region. Boundaries of Salford town The Local Government Act has demarcated the boundaries of the Salford. Accordingly, the River Irwell runs along its south-east side lining the Manchester city boundary. The Manchester Ship Canal separates the town from Trafford from the Southside. Its…

Thousands of international students pursue a PhD in England every year. Not only the United Kingdom provides quality PhDs but also the country offers a diverse cultural environment which helps students acquire an entire personality on their own. Moreover, the UK universities boast highly recognised research programmes. International students in the UK gain English language proficiency very soon which exposes them to very efficient job markets throughout the world. PhD in England: requirements England universities ask for different requirements from students for them to enrol in PhD programmes. For example,…

Founded in 1899, Kingston University London was first known as Kingston Technical Institute. Kingston College of Art was established in 1980 when Kingston School of Art got separated from Kingston Technical Institute. The Ministry of Education recognised the college as a regional educational institute in 1957, and it rejoined with the College of Art and became Kingston Polytechnic. In 1992, the Further and Higher Education Act granted the college university status. Later in 1993, Kingston University launched the Roehampton Vale Campus, and in 1995, the university acquired Dorich House as…