Though Christmas was certainly celebrated with great enthusiasm in medieval homes in England, the food served was not always different from what was eaten either on other feast days, like Easter and Whitsun.

Here are five Christmas highlights from the pantries, butteries, larders and kitchens of medieval England.

When Queen Victoria and her courtiers sat down to dinner at Osborne House on the Isle of Wight on Christmas Day in 1895, the menu included lots of things that most of us would include on a Christmas table today.

Food historian Sam Bilton explores what makes up a traditional Christmas dinner and how tastes have changed over the centuries.

To bring cheer to the winter months, follow medieval tradition and keep your Christmas decorations up until 2 February

There's nothing like a fresh winter walk through a beautiful historic garden. Our castles, halls and stately homes are enchanting in the colder seasons, and now is the perfect time to make the most of rewarding garden walks and sparkling wintry views.