Hiraeth - a Welsh word for an unattainable longing for a place, time or person we cannot return to. Join me as I explore our past.

Historical Homicide

My research and writings on Naval, Local, First and Second World War History

Uncovering Wales' forgotten past.

A diverse collection of stories from the past, driven by curiosity and wonder. Free-Range History is an interesting newsletter for interested people.

True crime, Victorian and Edwardian detectives, and the history of forensic science.

My personal Substack

Thoughts and musings from genealogist, Daniel Loftus pencilling things down to share. Topics will include genealogy and research into mother and baby homes.

Tales from medieval and early modern history

Human remains conservator at Surgeons’ Hall. Snake charmer. Beagle feeder. All-round general necromancer.