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What's On

Step into history this spring at our historic events taking place across the country.

Celebrate our green and pleasant land and immerse yourself in the story of England at our St George's Festival at Wrest Park.

See elegant Spanish horses and expert horsemen in flamboyant costume in the spectacular surroundings of the Riding School at Bolsover Castle.

And join us during May half-term for hands-on activities and family fun in the fresh air. There's pesky pirates, brilliant birds of prey, fabulous fairground rides and more to be found!

Members enjoy unlimited access to hundreds of historic places, as well as free or discounted entry to events. Join today to step into England's story.

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ST GEORGE'S FESTIVAL AT WREST PARK

Celebrate our green and pleasant land and immerse yourself in the story of England at the biggest, most action-packed St George’s Day celebration in the country.

Enjoy a family-friendly weekend of shows, battles, games, performances and activities culminating in the legendary battle between gallant St George and his fiery green nemesis.

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CAVENDISH'S HORSES AT BOLSOVER CASTLE

Witness expert horsemen in flamboyant costume training for art and battle to music in the spectacular surroundings of the Riding School at Bolsover Castle.

With their elegant Spanish horses, the Atkinson Action Horses will amaze you with a demonstration of skilled horsemanship, displaying the complicated movements of the 17th century.

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MAY HALF TERM BLOCKBUSTERS

Fancy a parlay with a pirate, or how about meeting Queen Victoria? Our special themed events are a great day out for the whole family. 

  • PIRATES! AT PENDENNIS CASTLE

    Tue 28 - Thu 30 May 2024 10am - 5pm

    Set sail for Pendennis Castle this May half-term for a spectacular adventure. See history's most famous pirates fight it out at close quarters, and listen to their tales of booty, bounty and barnacles.

  • Dracula! at Whitby Abbey

    Sat 25 May - Sun 2 June 2024 10am - 5pm

    Whitby Abbey is famous for being one of Bram Stoker's inspirations for Dracula. This May half term, be inspired by this incredible historic building, and create your own Gothic tale.

  • VICTORIA'S FAMILY DAY OUT AT OSBORNE

    Tue 28 - Thu 30 May 2024 10am - 5pm

    Join Queen Victoria and Albert for old-fashioned thrills and spills on traditional fairground rides like swing boats and the helter-skelter at Osborne this May half term. 

  • VICTORIAN FALCONRY AT BOSCOBEL HOUSE

    Sat 25 May - Mon 27 May 2024 10am - 5pm

    Gaze skywards in awe as a spectacular collection of birds take flight to soar and swoop above Boscobel House in this display of Victorian Falconry.

  • PLAYHENGE AT STONEHENGE

    Fri 17 May - Tues 4 June 2024 (excluding Thursdays) 10am - 5pm

    Use hammers, saws and nails to build the adventure play area of your dreams at Stonehenge this half term.

  • WWII WEEKEND AT DOVER CASTLE

    Sat 25 May - Mon 27 May 2024 10am - 4pm

    Embrace the atmosphere and action of the 1940s as our celebrated WWII Weekend returns for another bank holiday spectacular.

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  • Dog-friendly days out

    We love dogs as much as you do, so there's no reason to leave your furry friend at home. We've got lots of options for dog-friendly days out at our castles, abbeys and historic gardens.

  • Become a member

    As an English Heritage member you can delve far deeper into our history. Join today to get unlimited access to the spectacular places where history really happened.

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