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The letter, written by King James VI when he was just seven years old, is one of over 140 artefacts showcased at a new exhibition.

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EYES streaming with tears, Rory McIlroy headed straight to his wife Erica and daughter Poppy for an emotion-charged embrace ...

When people think of the historical “Celts,” they are really thinking of the various peoples that lived across the European ...

We've picked 35 of the most wonderful walks to explore the UK and ranked them. Think rolling hills, razor-sharp rocky peaks, rugged coastlines, glittering lakes, towering forests and much more besides ...