Just in time for the Bayeaux Tapestry (actually an embroidery) to come to the UK while its usual home in the Normandy city of Bayeaux is modernised, a new historical drama centred around the events of 1066 comes to our screens. 1066 – one of those historical dates that everyone...

Congratulations to everyone getting their GCSE and other exam results today, especially those of you who took history – well done – phew, milestone achieved! You’ve worked hard to get this far, even if you are not always recognised for it – so take a breath and consider your options carefully....

Whether it is A-levels or other post-16 exams in history or any other subject, well done – phew, milestone achieved. Fewer of you sat A-levels this year across all subjects, despite a larger year group. Entries for history fell by 5.5% which the HA will continue to monitor. However, pass...

On a hot July evening a crowd gathered in central London for the HA awards evening. This annual event is a highlight of the HA calendar as it provides an opportunity to celebrate the strengths of the history community and to recognise individual contributions and achievements. The evening was well attended...

The month of July was not an auspicious month during the First World War. In 1916 it had the worst day in history for the British military in terms of casualties and deaths in one day, on 1 July – the start of the Battle of the Somme. One year...

We are delighted to announce the Honorary Fellows for 2025.  Each year the Historical Association awards Honorary Fellowships to a small group of people. These awards are to recognise and celebrate outstanding services to history and to the Historical Association. The awards cover services to the Historical Association Branches (of which there are...

Book now Autumn 2025 cohort (Closed)  Spring 2026 cohort - Welcome meeting: Thursday 12 March, 4.45pm-5.45pm- Second meeting: Thursday 23 April, 4.45pm-5.45pm- Assessment meeting: Thursday 2 July, 4.45pm-5.45pm What is the History Teacher Development Programme? The History Teacher Development Programme is an immersive online programme aimed at history teachers who...