UNLIMITED ACCESS TO OVER 400 HISTORIC PLACES
Live and breathe the story of England at royal castles, historic gardens, forts & defences, world-famous prehistoric sites and many others.
Stand where history happened
English Heritage cares for over 400 historic monuments, buildings and places - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of an empire to a Cold War bunker.
Experience Stonehenge
Visit one of the most impressive wonders of the world. See the story of Stonehenge and our prehistoric ancestors brought to life through the world-class visitor centre.
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London's Blue Plaques
The London Blue Plaque scheme is believed to be the oldest of its kind in the world and celebrates notable figures and the places they lived and worked.
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Hadrian's Wall
Discover Roman life along Hadrian's Wall, an epic World Heritage Site marching 73 miles across some of the wildest and most dramatic country in England.
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Latest News
Did the builders of Stonehenge feast on sweet treats at midwinter?
- English Heritage creates Neolithic Mince Pie recipe inspired by evidence of foraged fruit
- Neolithic mince pies on the menu at Stonehenge this December
Latest News
The dissolution of Furness Abbey
English Heritage uncovers blueprint for dissolving the monasteries by trusted advisor to Henry VIII
- Previously unseen document details the dissolution of Furness Abbey, the first large monastery to be destroyed during the English Reformation
- Financial accounts show monks paid to leave quietly
- Speculators travel from the south to ‘cash in’ on dispersal
Latest News
Secrets of Richborough Roman amphitheatre revealed during excavation
- Evidence of a cell for holding wild animals and gladiators before combat discovered
- Almost complete skeleton of cat, pottery and coins reveal occupation just outside the Roman amphitheatre
- Traces of paint on arena wall a first for any Roman amphitheatre in Britain
