In 1605, a group of disaffected Catholics plotted to assassinate King James I by blowing up the House of Lords. They hoped to restore Protestant England to Catholicism and end the persecution of ...

I look forward to the5th of November every year.Fireworks, bonfires…oooo, toffee apples!I love bonfire night. He doesn't. Poor guy.That's his name, Guy Fawkes.He ...

In 1606, less than a year after the Gunpowder Plot, Shakespeare was undoubtedly influenced by Guy Fawkes and his co-conspirators in writing Macbeth. However, there are also some intriguing ...

The narrative connects the play's themes to contemporary political tensions, particularly the Gunpowder Plot against King James, showcasing how these elements resonate with audiences across time.

Three short animations exploring The Gunpowder Plot of 1605 - why it happened, the main events of the Plot, and the consequences for Guy Fawkes and the other plotters. 1: Why did The Gunpowder ...

Eeek! Fire is dangerous. That’s why everybody must stand back from fireworks. Fireworks have a long tail so you don’t have to get too close to light them. The tail is called a fuse the flame ...