What's On
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What's On

Summer is fast approaching and we have plenty of things to do at our historic sites across the country.

Find the perfect place to visit with Dad this Father's Day, from our Classic Car Shows or visit us at Dover Castle for a World War Two Weekend.

Join us and celebrate Pride at a historic site near you.

Plan the perfect Great British Summer and enjoy all the fun of the fair against a stunning historic backdrop.

Don't forget, if you book your tickets to our daytime events in advance, you can save 15% on your entry price.

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Visit us on Father's Day Weekend

Looking for a place to visit with Dad this Father's Day weekend? 

Join us for our Classic Car Show at Brodsworth Hall and Gardens in South Yorkshire or Gainsborough Old Hall.

Or for the military history buffs, visit Dover Castle for our World War II Weekend.

Plan a day out this Father's Day
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World War Two Weekend at Dover Castle

Our celebrated World War Two event is back at Dover Castle for another spectacular Father’s Day weekend.

Watch action-packed scenes between the allied and German forces featuring striking pyrotechnics, see military motorcyclists perform tricks and get up close to vintage army vehicles.

Kids can get hands-on with activities in the field hospital, or take on the sergeant’s infamous assault course.

Book your visit to Dover Castle's WW2 Weekend
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Celebrate Pride

Happy Pride month!

Join us and celebrate this historic event at:

You can even go on guided tours to learn about the LGBTQ+ history at:

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Summer Fair AT ELTHAM PALACE

Discover a day of shopping, creativity and heritage at our Summer Fair at Eltham Palace and Gardens in London on Saturday 20 June.

Explore our medieval Great Hall, where local artisans and makers will showcase their works, including jewellery, pottery, artwork and more.

This event is included with general admission. Members go free.

Book tickets for the Summer Fair
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Watch the Summer solstice at Stonehenge

This iconic monument is the perfect place to mark the longest day of the year.

Catch our livestreams on YouTube and Facebook to watch the sunset on Saturday 20 June and the sunrise on Sunday 22 June on our YouTube and Facebook.

Find out more about the Solstice
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Enjoy a Great British Summer

Celebrate a classic Great British Summer at our sites across the country.

Enjoy the fairground activities, pick up new tricks at the circus skills station and dive in to some puppet antics. Kick back in a deck chair with a delicious ice cream and soak up the summer.

Plus, kids can grab a souvenir passport and collect special stamps to complete their summer adventure.

Plan your summer days out
An outdoor festival concert stage from Heritage Live at Audley End House and Gardens with lots of camping chairs and people on the lawn.

HeritageLive Concerts

Join us at Audley End House and Gardens for Heritage Live concerts and see: 

English Heritage members can get 25% off tickets using their Members' Rewards. Please see the Members' Area for more details. These events are managed by HeritageLive.

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Members' Events

Exclusively for you, our Members' Events offer behind-the-scenes access to our sites and expert tours. From London blue-plaque walks to visits to our archaeological stores, you can get up and close to heritage with our historians.

Explore all Members' Events
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Join English Heritage

Become a member today and enjoy a year of unforgettable days out.

Enjoy a host of benefits including free unlimited entry for you and up to six kids to over 400 historic sites including Stonehenge, Dover Castle and Hadrian's Wall.

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