The History of England is an Acast podcast by David Crowther that retells English history in chronological order, starting from the end of Roman Britain. It has 520 episodes, released about every two weeks at roughly 46 minutes. Estimated downloads are 20,000 to 60,000 per episode, with a mid-roll rate of $360 to $1,500. Crowther describes himself as a history graduate working from a shed.
A 15-year history podcast with a loyal following and an estimated 20,000 to 60,000 downloads
- Apple Podcasts shows 4,374 ratings at 4.8 stars, among the strongest ratings of comparable shows.
- 520 episodes since 2010 and a steady biweekly release show long-term audience loyalty.
- A paid membership with shedcasts suggests listeners who will pay for content, which supports direct-response offers.
Brand fit report
Content
- Formats
- solo narrative, chronological storytelling
- Tone
- rigorous, warm
- Language
- English
- Production
- Clean, edited audio
- Typical length
- 40 to 50 minutes
Audience
Commercial
- Brands seen
- None yet
- Categories promoted
- None yet
- Affiliate links
- Yes
The description mentions listening free of adverts through a paid membership at thehistoryofengland.co.uk, which implies ads run in the free feed, but no named sponsor appears.
Suitability GARM Brand Safety Floor + Suitability
Family friendly
The feed is not flagged explicit; history episodes such as 445 Carnage and 446 The Popish Plot cover wars and plots in a historical context.
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Where to listen
| Platform | Link |
|---|---|
| Website | thehistoryofengland.co.uk |
| Apple Podcasts | podcasts.apple.com/podcast/id412308812 |
| RSS feed | feeds.acast.com/public/shows/9c4dc3cd-147f-442d-… |
Benchmark score: 84 / 100
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Recent episodes
| Episode | Date | Length |
|---|---|---|
| 455 The Immortal Seven | 2026-10-11 | 43 min |
| 454 Trial of the Seven Bishops | 2026-09-27 | 44 min |
| 453 Royal Indulgence | 2026-09-13 | 49 min |
| 452 A New Reformation | 2026-08-23 | 43 min |
| 451 Exodus | 2026-08-09 | 45 min |
| 450 Beat Your Drums | 2026-07-26 | 47 min |
Last six episodes from the show's feed, latest 8 days ago, a new one about every 14 days.
This my re-telling of the story of England. I aim to be honest, and rigorous - but always loving of my country's history. It is a regular, chronological podcast, starting from the end of Roman Britain. There are as many of the great events I can squeeze in, of course, but I also try to keep an eye on how people lived, their language, what was important to them, the forces that shaped their lives…
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About The History of England
The History of England is a chronological podcast by David Crowther that starts at the end of Roman Britain and moves forward through English history. The feed describes his approach as honest, rigorous and loving of the country's history, with attention to how people lived, their language and the forces that shaped them. His website says he is a history graduate but not a professional academic historian, essentially a bloke in a shed.
The show has run since December 2010 with 520 episodes in the feed, released about every two weeks at a median of roughly 46 minutes. Recent episodes cover the reign of James II and the Immortal Seven. Apple Podcasts lists 4,374 ratings with an average of 4.8 stars. It is hosted on Acast, and the feed promotes a paid membership with ad-free listening and shedcasts. No named sponsors were found.
Starbooked estimates 20,000 to 60,000 downloads per episode, based on the ratings count and age. A host-read mid-roll would cost about $360 to $1,500 per episode. It suits book, history travel and education brands.
Written from the show's public RSS feed, its Podcast Index listing and episode titles. Numbers updated 2026-10-19. The History of England can edit or remove this page at any time.
Questions about The History of England
How much does The History of England charge for a podcast sponsorship?
Starbooked estimates a host-read mid-roll at $360 to $1,500 per episode, based on an estimated 20,000 to 60,000 downloads per episode. The show does not publish rates, and ads may be sold through Acast.
What is The History of England about?
It is David Crowther's chronological retelling of English history, starting from the end of Roman Britain. It covers major events and people, plus how ordinary people lived, spoke and what mattered to them.
How do I contact The History of England about sponsoring an episode?
The show's contact email unlocks on Starbooked for $0.80, so you can reach the team directly. Boosted shows can also be booked through Starbooked, which handles the sponsorship request for you.
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