British History
A wealth of material relevant to GCSE courses. The encyclopedia has 2000 entries each including a narrative, illustrations and primary sources.
The History Association
Download lesson plans and resources for primary history and literacy at KS1 and KS2 from the Nuffield Foundation. They include the resources you need and examples of the children's work as well.
Samuel Pepys Diary
This site has the complete transcripts of the diaries of Pepys which include his account of the Coronation of Charles II, the Plague of 1665 and the Great Fire of London.
Medieval Siege
Find out about life in a castle in the Middle Ages and the weapons that were used in warfare at this time. You can even build your own virtual trebuchet and fire sandstone balls at a castle wall.
