Have you ever wondered about the stories your home has to tell?

About those who walked the hallways, opened the doors, lit the fires and planted the trees; those who lived and loved in the places and spaces you know so well?

At Pursuing the Past, we delve into archives, libraries, and private collections to uncover the provenance of the UK’s finest period homes. The result is an impeccably researched and beautifully presented house story - crafted by experts for those who value heritage, craftsmanship, and a lasting sense of place.

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“Every little gesture or whispered word, every burst of laughter or ragged sob, every tooth lost, every promise kept or broken…every broken heart - life just repeats itself over and over. Past, present and future colliding in a single house.”

julie myserson, 'home'
We’re looking for an experienced Operations & Client Manager to join our team. This is a remote, initially part-time (28 hours per week), UK-based role for someone highly organised and confident taking real ownership. You’ll oversee
I really love old houses, but I love these women more. Happy International Women’s Day to the team who made it possible for little me to live out her dreams.
Across the centuries, festive traditions have woven themselves into the fabric of British homes. Picture the scent of pine and holly branches in entrance halls, the bustle of kitchens preparing plum puddings and mince pies, and children hanging stock
Step into Berkeley Towers: A Victorian masterpiece where turrets meet tales ✨ Discover the story of this Dorset gem, from its days as wild heathland to its prestigious present. Uncover the full story on our Journal (link in bio - or comment &lsquo

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