England's Royal Story
This is just a small selection of our sites that have played a part in England’s royal story – there are also plenty more to explore!
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Battle Abbey and Battlefield
1066 – William the Conqueror
A site that changed England’s royal history forever
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Framlingham Castle
1553 – Queen Mary I
The site where England’s first reigning queen was proclaimed
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Kenilworth Castle
1563 – Queen Elizabeth I
Named the Queen’s favourite and where she attended 19 days of festivities in her honour
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Carisbrooke Castle
1647 – King Charles I
The castle that imprisoned the King during the Civil War
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Boscobel House and the Royal Oak
1651 – King Charles II
A refuge for Charles II as he evaded the Parliamentarians
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Osborne
1845 – Queen Victoria
A private retreat for the Queen and her family
Teaching resources and activity ideas
Get your class involved with fun activities and discover more about kings and queens using our free resources. You can also take learning further by exploring our free Teaching Resources Library.
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A Guide to England's Kings and Queens
Discover more about our site's royal connections, and find loads of fun things to read, watch and do!
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Kings and Queens of England Timeline
Who were the Kings and Queens of England in the past? Discover them all with our handy timeline poster!
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King Charles III and the English Kings who share his name
Exlpore the history of three English King Charles' with English Heritage Historian Steven Brindle.
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Inspire Me: Monarchy
So Kings and Queens of England have associations with English Heritage sites, and their stories are woven into our history. Discover tales of legend, romance, conflict and escape.
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Anglo-Saxons and Normans
Use historical information, learning activities and tips from our historians, curators and educational experts to support your teaching of Anglo-Saxon and Norman history.
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Tudors and Stuarts
Use historical information, learning activities and tips from our historians, curators and educational experts to support your teaching of the Tudors and Stuarts.
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Victorians
Use historical information, learning activities and tips from our historians, curators and educational experts to support your teaching of Victorian history.
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The 20th Century
Use historical information, learning activities and tips from our historians, curators and educational experts to support your teaching of 20th century history.
How to Book
Bring England’s Royal story to life on a free self-led visit, or enhance your day with an expert-led Discovery Visit and inspire your pupils this term.
Search from over 400 sites to visit and remember to book your trip at least 14 days in advance.
If you’d like more information about a site or Discovery Visit workshop, use our online form and we’ll put you in touch with your local Education Visits Officer, who will be happy to help.
Book NowHelp with costs
Join English Heritage on The Great British School Trip! We are proud to be partnering with Hyundai to support The Great British School Trip. Choose the English Heritage site you'd like to visit, then apply for a bursary for travel costs, or to cover the cost of a Discovery Visit workshop, between now and end of the academic year 2023.
Find Out MoreBook A School Visit
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Book online
Make an enquiry or amend your existing education visit booking using our online form and booking portal. Please note, your visit request is only confirmed once you receive a booking confirmaton email.
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By Email
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By Phone
Bookings are best made online, but if you'd prefer to speak to a member of the team, please call 0370 333 1181