Not up to the bbc magazine it has replaced. I will not be renewing my subscription.
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I really look forward to my magazine every month. I always go to the crossword first in an effort to keep my brain alert. Articles are very interesting.
Enjoy the in-depth articles that go beyond regular writings.
When I first ordered History Extra ( a birthday gift for my son) there was a problem with the order ( never arrived). I got back in touch with Immediate Media,explained over the phone what happened. I... See more
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BBC History Magazine is a British publication devoted to history articles on both British and world history and are aimed at all levels of knowledge and interest.
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the magazine is very informative with…
the magazine is very informative with lots of very interesting articles
June 29, 2026
History Extra Magazine Appreciation
VERY IMPRESSED BY THE DETAIL AND QUALITY OF THE MAGAZINE, THE HISTORICAL INFORMATION AND THE SUPERB COLOUR PHOTOGRAPHY.
CLIVE SUMMERS
June 29, 2026
The magazine is fine but the…
The magazine is fine but the subscriptions department have been very difficult to deal with and surprisingly incompetent.
June 29, 2026
I love reading the experts even when I…
I love reading the experts even when I don't always agree. The reviews have drawn me to other books. And I pass the magazine on to a friend whose son also enjoys it.
June 29, 2026
I am enjoying the magazine very much.
I am enjoying subjects which I am partly familiar with
and also learning about those which I had no previous knowledge.
The range of the magazine content is outstanding.
June 29, 2026
Provides a world wide range of topics…
Provides a world wide range of topics succinct and very teadablr
June 29, 2026
History extra cost
The magazine is really interesting with some great articles but the substantial increase in cover price has made me question whether to continue with my subscription.
June 29, 2026
Excellent magazine
June 29, 2026
Online extras have yet to be delivered
So far, we only seem to be able to receive hard copy of the magazine. Despite many attempts, I have yet to successfully access the online extras, which I'm sure would be very good, but until I can access them I can't judge! We took out the new subscription last March and it's now the end of June :(
April 15, 2026
Excellent Excellent magazine for grown…
Excellent Excellent magazine for grown up history buffs.
June 29, 2026
I look forward to the many diverse…
I look forward to the many diverse articles each month , and the added pages this year are such a bonus
June 29, 2026
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