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Welcome to Ye Olde Guide, a fact-filled historical tour of the towns and cities of England.
In this episode we are visiting the contiguous towns of Windsor and Eton. Windsor has been the centre of royal power in Britain for much of the past millennium, while Eton's scholars have occupied a central place in political and cultural life.
In this episode we will discover:
- The history of Windsor Castle and its royal occupants
- How Eton College was pivotal in the codification of sport
- The role of tourism in Windsor - from pilgrimage to Lego
And much more.
We hope you enjoy the episode
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Welcome to Ye Olde Guide, a fact-filled historical tour of the towns and cities of England.
In this episode we are visiting the contiguous towns of Windsor and Eton. Windsor has been the centre of royal power in Britain for much of the past millennium, while Eton's scholars have occupied a central place in political and cultural life.
In this episode we will discover:
- The history of Windsor Castle and its royal occupants
- How Eton College was pivotal in the codification of sport
- The role of tourism in Windsor - from pilgrimage to Lego
And much more.
We hope you enjoy the episode
Send us a text
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