The History of Fairport Convention

At the time it was released, it appeared that the band had folded.

The cover had a "family tree" by Pete Frame on the front.

Another unusual aspect of the album was that a piece of ribbon was glued to the sleeve, making it look as if a royal seal had been embossed on it.

Later reissues of the album had no ribbon, but the central seal was shown in a larger size, and the family tree was missing.

Another version had the tracks "Si Tu Dois Partir" and "The Hen's March Through The Midden / The Four Poster Bed" switched.