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Be prepared for all weathers with our English Heritage branded Union Flag Golf Umbrella. This classic style umbrella has a dark navy outer with the Union Flag inside. The umbrella has a wooden handle and Velcro fastening.

Key Features:

• English Heritage branded
• Approx. 94 cm from top (ferrule) to end of handle
• Wooden handle with Velcro fastening

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£10.99

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Did you know that there are more penises than women in the Bayeux Tapestry?

That the Peasant's Revolt was started and propelled by women, protesting a tax on women?

Or that celebrated naturalist Charles Darwin believed not just that women were naturally inferior to men but that they'd evolve to become ever more inferior?

These are just a few of the startling findings you will learn from reading Philippa Gregory's Normal Women. In this ambitious and ground-breaking book, she tells the story of our nation over 900 years, but for the very first-time women – some fifty per cent of the population – are no longer invisible in this history of England, but are at its beating heart.

Using research skills homed in her work as one of our foremost historical novelists, Gregory trawled through court records to find highway women, beggars and shepherdesses, through newspapers and diaries to find murderers and brides, housewives and pirates, female husbands and hermits. The 'normal women' you will meet in her pages went to war, ploughed the fields, campaigned, wrote, and loved. They rode in jousts, flew Spitfires, issued their own currency and built ships, corn mills and houses as part of their everyday lives They committed crimes, or treason, worshipped many gods, cooked and nursed, invented things and rioted. A lot. They built our society to be as diverse and varied as the women themselves. They are there in the archives - if you look - and they made our history.

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£65.00

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Hank Willis Thomas is one of the most important American artists working today, using his art to critique ideas of oppression, racism, identity, mass media and popular culture. His shirt, featuring an unblinking eye and Op art-like black and white geometric shapes, extends his work with the Wide Awakes, a collective set up in the wake of the contentious 2020 USA elections to fight for cultural change. Coming out just after yet another heated, tumultuous US election, there couldn’t be a better time for Hank’s message.

It’s a genuine limited-edition work of art. Strictly limited to 360 pieces.

90s fit. 

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£40.00

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Hand-printed cyanotype fern print from local maker Victoria Glover of Cyan Studios. The Cyan Studio are based in the heart of the Northern Quarter at The Manchester Craft and Design Centre.

Victoria Glover started The Cyan Studio in 2019 after completing a Textiles and Surface Pattern Degree. She is inspired to recreate patterns by using hand printing techniques such as the cyanotype process, screen printing methods, indigo shibori dyeing along with other methods of resist printing.

Mounted Print

14 x 11 inches.

Please note, due to each print's unique nature, texture and colour may vary slightly to that pictured. 

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£1,007.00

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Cane toads invade and wreak havoc on native ecologies. But what if we did something about this problem, rather than simply bemoan it? You could start eating toads (remove the legs and marinade in tamari, oyster sauce, rice wine and cochineal). Or accessorise, with a totally glamorous cane toad clutch made by French designer Kobja.

We started selling these for our Eat the Problem exhibition: the culmination of Kirsha Kaechele's lifelong quest to turn flaws into features, shit into gold.

Materials 

• Leather, cane toad head and diamantes
• Dimensions 30cm x 14cm

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£18.00

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The RAF Museum 2025 Pilot Bear commemorates the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain. Dressed in typical flying clothing of the battle, he represents one of the nearly 3,000 RAF Aircrew, from over a dozen nations and countries that were immortalised by the words of Winston Churchill as ‘The Few’.

Sits approx. 8.5” high.

Age suitability: 3+ years.

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£89.99

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Wake up to a world of games!

Select a title, pick a scene, set a time, and let Alarmo do the rest! In the morning, the alarm starts playing at the time you've set, using music and sound effects from the scene you've chosen.

Alarmo has a sensor that reacts to your movements and will play sounds if you stretch your arms or roll over. Your alarm will grow quieter if you move around.

Once you're up and out of bed, your alarm will stop without you even needing to touch it!

Choose from a total of 35 different alarms across five Nintendo games! Each alarm has unique sounds, visual themes and wake-up experiences. The screen's appearance also changes to match your chosen game.

Customise your alarm and keep track of your sleep activity

Check Records to see information such as the time you've spent in bed, how much you've been moving around in your sleep and how long it's taken you to get up.

Turn on sleepy sounds to help wind down with gentle music and sounds that play when you get into bed at the set time.

Choose Firm Mode for an alarm that gradually gets more intense the longer you stay in bed, or use Gentle Mode for a more consistent experience. You can also use Button Mode if you prefer a more traditional alarm clock.

Please note: An AC adapter does not come with Alarmo and will need to be purchased separately.

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£25.00

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Birmingham: The Brutiful Years highlights three home-grown architects in particular whose cutting-edge designs helped to reshape post-war Birmingham: John Madin, who designed the majority of Birmingham’s finest Brutalist buildings; Graham Winteringham, best known for the Birmingham Repertory theatre, and James Roberts, whose work included The Rotunda.

The book is made up of a collection of 22 articles written for The Birmingham Post by The Brutiful Action Group, founded by Birmingham residents Mary Keating, Jenny Marris and John Bell.

Designed by Sharonjit Sutton

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€49.90

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Fall for this adorable panda fleece jacket! Be careful not to steal the show from Yuan Zi, he could be jealous!

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£20.00

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These unique stud earrings draw inspiration from a brass ‘rose’ in one of Newman Brothers’ earliest trade catalogues, dating from circa 1905.

Roses added extra decoration to coffin handles and would have been supplied in pairs (like our earrings!), and mounted at either end of a handle.

The earrings are handmade right here in the Jewellery Quarter by Hellcat Jewellery, crafted in solid sterling silver.

Dimensions – 6mm

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CAN $35.99

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Killer Whale Sculpture, by Pat Dixon (VII-B-1913) quantity

This sculpture represents Killer Whale, by contemporary Haida artist Pat Dixon (1938-2015). These reproduction pieces in high density resin are moulded from casts of original Haida carvings in argillite from the Canadian Museum of History’s collection. Argillite is a soft slate-like material found only on Haida Gwaii. Haida artists have carved this important material for trade and for sale since at least the early nineteenth century. 6 cm.

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£20.00

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Developed exclusively for the RA Shop, this collection of chocolates showcases the culinary craftsmanship of CassPea using the captivating colour of blue.

Enjoy nine beautiful designs in various delicious flavours including Whiskey Caramel, Milk Chocolate Ganache, Banana Caramel, Praline Feuilletine, Earl Grey, Vanilla Pecan, Brownie, Black Sesame and Maple Crunch.

Handcrafted in London.

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CassPea is a team of dedicated chefs with over a decade of experience in the chocolate industry. They have come together to create exceptional chocolate treats. With a passion for perfection, they have honed their skills in kitchens around the world, striving for excellence in every creation. Each piece of chocolate they produce reflects their expertise and commitment, and they hope that you will savour the result as much as they enjoy making it.

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£40.00

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A beautifully designed celebration of the 40th birthday of the Barbican Centre.

Compiled by the Barbican’s former managing director, Sir Nicholas Kenyon, this is an in-depth exploration of the Centre, drawing on the vast array of material available in its archives, much of which has never been seen before. It includes plans and photographs from the centre’s design and construction, original signage and branding, and brochures and programmes. All this is accompanied by a wealth of photographs of the huge range of performances and exhibitions that have taken place over the years, from early RSC performances to the popular Rain Room installation of 2012 to today’s impressive programme of events put together in conjunction with schools and the local community. The book's authoritative and evocative text includes:

• Foreword by Fiona Shaw
• Introduction by Sir Nicholas Kenyon
• Cultural historian Robert Hewison on how the Centre came into being
• Architectural historian Elain Harwood on its architecture
• Music critic Fiona Maddocks on music
• Writer and theatre critic Lyn Gardner on theatre
• Editor and creative director Tony Chambers on visual art
• Author and film critic Sukhdev Sandhu on film

With listings of Barbican events from 1982 to the present day, and snippets of oral history from some of the many people associated with the centre over the years, this sumptuous book is an invaluable companion to one of the world's most important cultural spaces.

Hardback, 288 pages.

Dimensions: 21.84 x 3.18 x 28.7 cm

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£16.99

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Part home movie, part road movie, Andrew Kötting's riveting and eccentric film stars his 85-year-old grandmother Gladys - opinionated, bursting with anecdotes and contradictory reminiscences – and his eight-year-old daughter Eden

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To gallivant, is, according to its dictionary definition 'to wander about, seeking pleasure or diversion', and this is just what artist turned filmmaker Andrew Kötting set out to do on this zig-zagging 6,000 mile trip around Britain's coastline.

Part home movie, part road movie, Kötting's riveting and eccentric film stars his 85-year-old grandmother Gladys - opinionated, bursting with anecdotes and contradictory reminiscences – and his eight-year-old daughter Eden. As the journey begins, the two are practically strangers, but by the end, 'Little Eden' and 'Big Granny' have struck up a warm bond, a relationship lent added poignancy by the fact that Eden has Joubert Syndrome, a condition that affects her speech and movement so she communicates through sign language.

Newly remastered in 2K by the BFI, Gallivant is presented on Blu-ray alongside a selection of short films chosen by Andrew Kötting.

'When it comes to immersive cinema, few filmmakers can hold a candle to British maverick Andrew Kötting.’ Mark Kermode

Extras

• Newly remastered in 2K by the BFI and presented in High Definition
• 11 previously released short films by Andrew Kötting (1984-2001, 119 mins): Klipperty Klöpp, Hoi-Polloi, Acumen, H.B 1829 (his badblöod), Diddyköy, Smart Alek, Là Bas, Gallivant (The Pilot), Jaunt, Invalids and Me
• Dog Ate Dog (Andrew and Eden Kötting, 2018, 14 mins)
• In Far Away Land (Andrew and Eden Kötting, 2019, 6 mins)
• Diseased and Disorderly (Andrew and Eden Kötting, 2021, 13 mins)
• The Buzz of the Past (Andrew Kötting, 2022, 8 mins)
• A Gallivant round St Leonards-on-Sea with Andrew Kötting (2022, 31 mins): filmmaker and writer John Rogers travels to St Leonards-on-Sea in East Sussex to go for a seaside walk with filmmaker Andrew Kötting
• 44-page booklet with writing by Andrew Kötting and Iain Sinclair, plus an interview with the director by Jason Wood
• Limited edition (1,000 copies)

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£22.99

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Guerrilla Girls: The Art of Behaving Badly is the first book to catalog the entire career of the Guerrilla Girls from 1985 to present. The Guerrilla girls are a collective of political feminist artists who expose discrimination and corruption in art, film, politics, and pop culture all around the world. This book explores all their provocative street campaigns, unforgettable media appearances, and large-scale exhibitions. Each copy comes with a punch-out gorilla mask that invites readers to step up and join the movement themselves.

In 1985, a group of masked feminist avengers―known as the Guerrilla Girls―papered downtown Manhattan with posters calling out the Museum of Modern Art for its lack of representation of female artists. They quickly became a global phenomenon, and the fearless activists have produced hundreds of posters, stickers, and billboards ever since. More than a monograph, this book is a call to arms.

Hardbaack, 192 pages.

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€142,95

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This matte black color gives the classic STOFF Nagel stage design a modern and raw look. Combine it with the rest of the STOFF Nagel collection and use it with candlelight or simply as a decorative sculpture.

The STOFF Nagel candlestick is another rediscovery from the 60s. It can be used alone or with a number of STOFF Nagel candlesticks and transformed into your own sculptural and extravagant candelabra. The STOFF Nagel candle holder makes it possible to be even more creative and make your own personal sculpture by placing candle holders and bowls in different ways around the stand.

• Dimensions: H: 6.5 D: 10.2 cm.
• Material: Zinc with black powder coating
• Colour: Chrome
• Design: Stoff Nagel

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£48.95

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Embrace the cosiness of hibernation season with our Cosy Night In gift box, Shakespeare edition! Perfect for those who love nothing more than an evening spent relaxing at home with a book and some chocolate!  

This gift-wrapped mystery book is a mischievous and honest love letter to William Shakespeare. A perfect read for lovers of the Bard.  

Each gift box includes:  

• A gift-wrapped mystery non-fiction book, chosen especially by our expert book buyer.
• A delicious vegan Mylk and Vanilla chocolate bar, free from gluten and dairy.
• A candle in a tin with beautiful aromas of Papyrus, Palm & Eucalyptus. Perfect for creating a calming atmosphere wherever you are.
• A pair of super fluffy, woollen socks in a hazy herringbone design. Choose between socks sized either small UK 4-7 or large UK 7-11. 

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£86.00

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Our Spitfire N3200 pen incorporates design elements inspired by the legendary aircraft. It features acid-etched rivets and panels, painted in a matching camouflage pattern. The plane’s tail numbers are printed alongside the British Roundel, and the top disc displays Britain’s tri-colour fin flash. The pen is complete with black-nickel accents, including the IWM logo on the top ring and the pen’s serial number engraving. Each pen is packaged in commemorative packaging with foil-stamped graphics representing the plane.

The original Supermarine Spitfire Mark 1a, built in 1939, was assigned to No. 19 Squadron at RAF Duxford in April 1940. During the Dunkirk evacuation, Squadron Leader Geoffrey Stephenson piloted Spitfire N3200 on its first and only mission during 'Operation Dynamo,' successfully shooting down a Stuka before being shot down himself. He crash-landed on a beach near Calais and was captured, remaining a prisoner until the end of the war.

The Spitfire was uncovered in 1986 after being buried in sand for forty-five years. Acquired by Dr Thomas Kaplan and Simon Marsh in 2000, it was fully restored and donated to the Imperial War Museum in 2015. The Duke of Cambridge received it during a visit to Duxford, witnessing the Mark 1a fighter fly again after 75 years.

Details and Specifications:

• Printed plane graphics over acid-etched barrel
• Matte Black Nickel accents
• British fin flash on Top disc
• IWM logo on top ring
• Numbered top-ring (ie. not limited edition)
• Knurl Twist-Top
• Rollerball Refill
• Packaged in a commemorative tube

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£95.00

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Stand out in our new ultimate socks in a box set!

With the iconic Elizabeth Line Moquette, Barman Moquette, District Line Moquette, Victoria Line Moquette, Overground Standard Moquette, Routemaster Bus Moquette, RT Bus Moquette, Green Line Bus Moquette, New Routemaster Bus Moquette, Metropolitan Line Diamond Moquette, Old Piccadilly Line Moquette and Bakerloo Line Barman Moquette patterns.

• 80% Cotton 17% Polyester 3% Elastane
• Size: Size 6 - 11

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£350

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Original Stormtrooper Battle Spec MK3 Helmet

A modified version of the Stunt Helmets used on screen, the Battle is an affordable alternative that preserves an incredible level of detail:

• New HD Gloss Acrylic Capped ABS Material
• High Brow
• Extended Frown
• Flat green eye lenses replicate the original on-screen Stunt helmets
• "Hovi Mix PA" mic tips cast from original piece
• Moulded mouth detail

The Battle Spec. range is specific to the stormtrooper character and has been developed for active costuming, as a result modified moulds have been used to ensure a better fit to the body. Durable, light-weight materials are used to allow movement and flex required for dynamic trooping. A fine-satin, scuff resistant surface finish allows for this range to be maintained and worn repeatedly.

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