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What's On

Make the most of autumn with historic days out across the country.

Celebrate the Diwali, the Festival of Lights, at Marble Hill in London.

There's plenty of Halloween fun to be had, including half-term fun for the whole family and ghost tales exclusively for adults.

And it's not too early to plan for the festive season with our Christmas events - it's just round the corner you know!

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Diwali at Marble Hill

Join us on Saturday 18 October to celebrate the Festival of Lights at London's iconic Marble Hill.

Expect illuminations, dancers, dhol drummers, giant puppets, hands-on workshops and more!

Find out more about Diwali at Marble Hill
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Halloween half term

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out at an English Heritage site this half-term. Solve creepy clues to complete our Halloween quest and gather round to listen to spooky stories.

This event is included within the standard entry price. Book early to save 15% off your tickets!

Craft workshops at Gainsborough Old Hall

Join us on Saturday 25, Sunday 26 and Thursday 30 October 2025 for free Halloween craft workshops during October half-term, including making bats,  mini pumpkin painting and more. Please check the link below for more details.

Or, book a ticket for a clay pumpkin workshop on Monday 27 October to learn how to make your own perfect Halloween and autumn home decoration.

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Ghost tales (adults only)

Do you dare to explore our historic sites in the dark this Halloween?

Join our storytellers as they guide you on a journey through the past, with tales of ghosts, supernatural sightings and horrors from history.

This event is for over-16s only. Don’t forget to bring a torch – things are going to get dark…

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Halloween at Kenwood

As twilight falls, journey into the heart of Kenwood’s haunted estate, where every path is filled with eerie surprises, shimmering lights, and mystical installations.

Perfect for families, friends, and couples in search of a spooky event!

Find out more about Halloween at Kenwood
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Illuminated Whitby Abbey

Head to Whitby Abbey this Halloween to see the Gothic ruins bathed in dramatic illuminations, and enjoy outdoor theatre that brings the evening to life with a twist on Dracula in Time Will Tell's play The Dead Shall Walk the Earth.

Have your camera at the ready as you explore the abbey and enjoy spook-tacular food and drink from our local vendors!

Find out more about Illuminated Whitby Abbey
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Kenilworth fireworks spectacular

On Saturday 8 November 2025, enjoy the town’s biggest fireworks display at Kenilworth Castle and Elizabethan Garden, with food stalls and entertainment for all the family.

Book for Kenilworth Round Table Fireworks
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Christmas events

Get in the festive spirit this Christmas with our fun-filled events across the country.

Take the kids to meet Father Christmas, enjoy festive fun at our historic sites and follow Tinkerbell on an unforgettable journey through Neverland at Kenwood.

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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.

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    Looking for somewhere where you and your family can get together and create memories? Our special historic places are full of adventures for adults and children alike.

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    As an English Heritage member, you can attend exclusive events throughout the year. Join today to get unlimited access to spectacular places across the country.