News Archive

English Heritage and The National Trust have jointly launched a consultation on the future of prehistoric human remains that were excavated from sites in their care around Avebury, Wiltshire

New guidance on responses to lead thefts and advice on prevention

Public urged to search for flowers to recreate the garden that was the ‘Glory of England’

English Heritage champions the 20 best development schemes in historic places, all of which are exemplars of a new way to rescue heritage called Constructive Conservation.

English Heritage archaeologists discover the original Roman coastline at the time of the Roman invasion of Britain in AD43. This is two miles inland from today’s coastline.

Public Inquiry Opens Today into Housing Development Proposals for RAF Upper Heyford Site in Oxfordshire

Six new books have been published celebrating Liverpool's historic buildings and landscapes and marking the city's year as European Capital of Culture.

Scientist and founder of America's Smithsonian Institution, James Smithson has been commemorated with a blue plaque at 9 Bentinck Street, London.

English Heritage and Westminster City Council have today (29 September 2008) issued a joint legal challenge to the decision to grant planning permission for the Doon Street Tower.

Stop Press!! Once again 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield is pleased to host a fam-trip for group organisers in co-operation with Yesterday's World.

"Stonehenge Deciphered" by the BBC Timewatch will air on BBC 2 on Saturday (27th September) at 9pm.

The Travel Trade Team will soon have two new additions!

Professor Sir Barry Cunliffe has been appointed as the interim-chair of English Heritage, Culture Secretary Andy Burnham announced today.

Save Our Streets! English Heritage is delighted that Autoglass is joining the campaign to de-clutter the streets.

A new performance inspired by real-life stories from the world of the corner shop.

Join us at Kenilworth Castle during September and October and get a sneak preview of the recreated lost Elizabethan Garden.

Down House is about to start renovations in preparation for the celebrations in 2009.

Visiting Bolsover Castle has now become easier!

A sandstone carving which has remained hidden for years has been discovered at Beeston Castle.

Eleanor Marx (1855-1898), Socialist campaigner and youngest daughter of Karl Marx has been commemorated with an English Heritage Blue Plaque at 7 Jews Walk, Sydenham, SE26, London Borough of Lewisham where she lived from 1895 until her tragic death in 1898.

Britain’s finest landscape garden to be restored

1950s Picnic Review

Cranes have been brought into the site to assist with the installation of the fantastic aviary that sits within the curtain wall, allowing its future feathered inhabitants a fine view across the formal pathways.

The Kenilworth Castle Garden project has provided English Heritage with a unique opportunity; to present the most complete picture of Elizabethan garden architecture

Chesters Racecourse - the country’s oldest racecourse - will host the launch of Heritage Open Days 2008, Britain’s biggest and most diverse celebration of architecture, history and culture.

Over the weekend of Saturday 13 and Sunday 14 September, walkers will be able to take a peak inside some of the borough’s historic buildings that are not usually open to the public.

10 Sites Listed or Upgraded for Connection with Abolition and the Slave Trade, and previously Hidden Background Information Added to 15 Further List Descriptions

Official statement in response to the Secretary of State's decision to overturn the advice of English Heritage and and independent Inspector by

Make your day out even more special by combining a shopping trip with a visit to one of our properties!

Demonstrations of traditional herb preparations and a chance to make some harvest crafts.

A tribute to Lord Bruce-Lockhart, Chairman of English Heritage, who died on 14 August 2008

A stone carving which probably dates back to Victorian times has been revealed at Beeston Castle, near Tarporley in Cheshire, when the land restoration project removed the scrub that had been hiding it for half a century!

The Secretary of State for Local Government and Communities announced that she agrees with her Inspector's recommendation that conservation area consent should be refused for the demolition of the Smithfield General Market Building and planning permissions also be refused for the proposed replacement scheme.

Photo gallery of this year's event at Kelmarsh Hall, Northamptonshire

Visitors to Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens can enjoy some 19th century extravagance this weekend with costumed dancing from the Arbeau Dancers on the beautiful lawns and witness the spectacle of the dashing Mr. Darcy, undressed, at the Regency Picnic Weekend (9 &10 August).

Whilst medieval knights would have relaxed with a game of cards or a sing song before donning their armour and wielding their swords, the knights about to take part in the English Heritage, Medieval Courtly Combat event at Warkworth Castle and Tynemouth Priory next week, choose to do things a little differently in preparation, with a massage and a dip in a Jacuzzi.

Whilst medieval knights would have relaxed with a game of cards or a sing song before donning their armour and wielding their swords, the knights about to take part in the English Heritage, Medieval Clash of Knights event at Carlisle Castle, choose to do things a little differently in preparation, with a massage and a dip in a Jacuzzi!

Previously unseen Neolithic rock carvings now available online

This July and August, Belsay Hall Castle & Gardens in Northumberland will host a series of picnic weekends through the ages, where visitors can enjoy one of their favourite outdoor pastimes, with a twist.

42 open spaces have received Green Heritage Site Accreditation

English Heritage Blue Plaque for Actor Alastair Sim

Lindisfarne Passport launched

English Heritage aims to tackle heritage skills shortage and keep traditional techniques alive

A stone carving which probably dates back to Victorian times has been revealed at Beeston Castle, near Tarporley in Cheshire, when the land restoration project removed the scrub that had been hiding it for half a century!

Gelatine and flummery will be on the menu at Brodsworth Hall, near Doncaster, on Friday 25 and Saturday 26 July 2008, when the Victorian country house hosts its first ever Jelly Festival!

School of Chivalry, weekends until 25 August 2008

The English Heritage Annual Report and Accounts was laid in Parliament yesterday and includes highlights of the major achievements of the year

Brodsworth Hall & Gardens is the ideal destination for groups visiting Yorkshire during the winter season.

World Heritage Site Management Plan Revised, Locations for New Visitor Facilities and A344 Road Closure Proposed

Belsay Hall has a number of Festive events suitable for groups during the winter.

Planning a visit to London in November? Why not book a group visit to Eltham Palace's Christmas Weekend event.

This winter why not do something a little more special with your group and go to one of the Halloween or Christmas themed events offered at English Heritage properties in the South East.

The main winter event in the East of England is the Festive Fun Weekends at Audley End House & Gardens.

Get ready for winter with English Heritage by planning a visit to one of our properties which are open all year round.

Halloween and Christmas events in the West Midlands are happening at Goodrich Castle and Kenilworth Castle.

Another fascinating garden project has opened at Brodsworth Hall in South Yorkshire.

Pendennis Castle Tearoom now offers Cornish Christmas treats, with different events happening during the winter season.

Mayor to Invite Bids for £60m Empty Homes Pot to Tackle Empty Listed Buildings on English Heritage At Risk Register

New National Survey Reveals Scale of Heritage at Risk

The World Heritage Site on your doorstep, Fountains Abbey and Studley Royal, is in the final stages of its management plan update.

Heritage Lottery Fund and English Heritage Announce £6.87 million of Repair Grants for Grade II Listed Places of Worship

English Heritage recommends the listing of parts of BBC White City television centre

English Heritage has found that Birmingham Library does meet the strict criteria for listing

English Heritage will once again be welcoming people to Stonehenge this year to celebrate the Summer Solstice

Cranfield University is launching a new residential short course entitled 'Pushing Up Daisies: Environmental, Archaeological and Forensic Interactions' between 19th-21st November 2008

New for 2008! The 'Eltham after the Courtaulds' exhibition is open to the public from Sunday 22nd June.

Find out what the Romans did for us! School groups can meet real centurion at Hadrian’s Wall

English Heritage teams up with the Kennel Club to highlight 'days out worth barking about' in the North of England.

English Heritage combats Dunstanburgh's erosion

Launch of woodland trails at Beeston Castle

English Heritage unveil Alpine Garden featuring the world's mountain plants

English Heritage Announces its Search for a New Owner for Apethorpe Hall following a £4 million Repairs Project

ST PANCRAS RE-BORN - English Heritage and RIBA London Award St Pancras Station Building in a Historic Context’ Accolade

Announcement of Heritage at Risk Register

Now Open: A major new visitor experience unveils what life was really like for servants in Victorian England. Welcome to Audley End, 1880.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to join English Heritage for a tour of Apethorpe Hall, an exceptional grade I listed property set in a picturesque corner of Northamptonshire.

Families have the chance to get their feet dirty with garden themed fun and enjoy a great day out this half term, by ditching their smart shoes and heels in favour of a pair of wellington boots.

The concerts at Kenwood will return this summer

New exhibition of landscape paintings at Mount Grace Priory

If you are on Facebook - why not become a friend of Jigsaw the Donkey at Carisbrooke Castle?

The Royal Mail today launches its latest edition of postage stamps

English Heritage reveals the fascinating story of England’s first Queen

English Heritage advice on the Robin Hood Estate

In March 2004 English Heritage welcomed the Secretary of State’s decision to hold a public inquiry into the application to demolish Greenside, an important 1937 grade II listed house in Wentworth, Surrey.

Simon Thurley, Chief Executive of English Heritage, reacted angrily today (Friday 26 May), to a leaked Government letter from the Foreign Office and DCMS which revealed a proposal to change the law to allow listed buildings to be demolished for profit.

Chesters Roman Fort Museum is re-launched following refurbishment

A wide range of tours and holidays to some of the world’s most spectacular locations and amazing sights.

City children benefit from English Heritage project

St George Faces the Dragon at Carlisle Castle - Saturday April 19 and Sunday April 20

The Survey of London, the official history of London’s streets and buildings, is publishing its Clerkenwell Volumes

On The Waterfront conference, 19–21 November 2008, BT Convention Centre, Liverpool.

Acclaimed Twentieth-Century Potter Dame Lucie Rie (1902 - 1955) has been commemorated with a Blue Plaque at 18 Albion Mews, W1, City of Westminster

Pioneer of the Screw-Propeller, Sir Francis Pettit Smith (1808-1874) has been commemorated with a Blue Plaque at 17 Sydenham Hill SE26

English Heritage unveil four fascinating new rooms ready for Brodsworth Hall's re-opening on Friday 21 March 2008

English Heritage reveals the fascinating story of England's first Queen.

Including: Brian Wilson And Rufus Wainwright.

Service to mark return of 3,000 skeletons to St Peter’s, Barton-upon-Humber, North Lincolnshire, in English Heritage pilot project with the Church of England

English Heritage and the Heritage Lottery Fund Announce £15,000 000 to Support Urgent Conservation Work in 160 Places of Worship Across England.