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- ISBN 9781805702566
- Weight: 600g
- Dimensions: 160 x 210mm
- Publication Date: 08 Oct 2026
- Publisher: Quarto Publishing PLC
- Publication City/Country: GB
- Product Form: Hardback
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Discover the extraordinary stories written into Britain’s historic buildings – and the people, power and ideas that shaped them.
From time-worn ruins and cathedrals to tucked-away country churches and elegant stately homes, Britain is full of genuinely incredible – but often surprisingly overlooked – historic buildings.
Laden with character, style and deep layers of heritage, these structures each represent something unique: they are the bearers of natural history, examples of our curious mish mash of architectural styles and monuments to civic pride, power and creativity.
Each of their stones tells a remarkable story, including:
- St Magnus’ Cathedral in Orkney, glowing with red sandstone and blending Norwegian, Norman and Gothic influences.
- East Anglia and Scotland’s medieval round‑tower churches, ingenious responses to local geology and cultural exchange.
- Layer Marney Tower, a Tudor display of status showcasing rare Italian terracotta ornament.
- St Edmundsbury Cathedral, where a 21st‑century Gothic tower carries medieval craft traditions into the modern age.
Great British Architecture brings together the stories behind 86 great buildings from across the nation and, with illustrations throughout, celebrates their beauty, charm and national significance.
Daniel Wilson has become huge across social media by exploring Britain’s incredible built heritage. Under @greatbritisharchitecture he posts the stories he uncovers about the nation’s incredible array of historical buildings for a fast-growing audience.
Chris Henton is an illustrator from Edinburgh. Having studied History at university, his work is inspired by a deep fascination with traditional architecture. Combining a love of travel and drawing, he explores the character and detail of buildings through intricate, hand-crafted illustrations. His approach reflects a passion for uncovering the rich heritage and stories embedded in architecture, using pencil, pen and watercolour to bring them to life on the page.
