BBC History

HistoryExtra
Cover of the December 2024 issue
EditorRob Attar
CategoriesHistory
FrequencyMonthly
Total circulation97,550 (June 2016)
First issueMay 2000 (2000-05)
CompanyImmediate Media Company
CountryUnited Kingdom
Websitewww.historyextra.com/bbc-history-magazine/
ISSN1469-8552

HistoryExtra is a British magazine devoted to both British and world history, and aimed at readers of all levels of knowledge and interest. There are thirteen issues a year, one each month and a Christmas special. The magazine is published by the Immediate Media Company. HistoryExtra is the biggest-selling history magazine in the UK. Until December 2025 the magazine was titled BBC History.

The magazine contains topical features written by academic historians, as well as historical analysis of news events and comparisons with similar previous events, reviews of new books and media, and features on significant locations in history.