8.8K views · 71 reactions | It's one of the oldest heritage sites in the South and was the capital of England's cultural and political life in early medieval times. But the ruins of Reading Abbey have been closed for 8 years. After years of delays and wrangling over cost, repair work has begun. | BBC Hampshire & Isle of Wight | Facebook

Rievaulx Abbey, founded in 1132, was the first Cistercian abbey to be established in the north of England. The building, in York, quickly became one of the most powerful and spiritually renowned centres of monasticism in Britain, housing a 650-strong community at its peak. #history #york #visitengland #explore #ruins #visityork #ukhiddengems #reels #landscape | Exploring GB

65K views · 1.5K reactions | Travelling overseas or even simply long-distance was only for the wealthy. Many servants aspired to become lady's maids or valets for the opportunities it offered to travel the world. | Downton Abbey | Facebook

182K views · 1.9K reactions | Step into the grandeur one last time. ✨ See Downton Abbey: The Grand Finale in cinemas now. | Downton Abbey | Facebook

1.2K reactions · 161 shares | Experience The History. The Fashion. The House. | Downton Abbey | Facebook