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 HA Annual Conference will be held in Newcastle in 2026. This two-day conference on 15-16 May is a leading highlight of the history community's year. It brings together all those working in and who have an active interest in history and heritage. With top-level academics, pedagogical sessions and discussion panels, the conference is...

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 - Welcome meeting: Thursday 18 September, 4pm-5pm- Second meeting: Thursday 6 November, 4pm-5pm- Assessment meeting: Thursday 11 December, 4pm-5pm Spring 2026 Cohort - To be announced Summer 2026 Cohort - To be announced If you have any questions please email Olivia at events@history.org.uk What is...

Book now Autumn 2025 cohort - Welcome meeting: Thursday 16 October, 4.45pm–5.45pm- Second meeting: Thursday 15 January, 4.45pm–5.45pm- Assessment meeting: Thursday 26 February, 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 want to re-focus their...