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Summer solstice 2016 at Stonehenge

Around 12,000 people gathered at Stonehenge to mark the Summer Solstice.

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Rare creatures spotted at historic places

A variety of strange creatures have been spotted at national landmarks, historic properties and blue plaques around the country. Show us what you find on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.

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Conservation to save First World War Graffiti at Richmond Castle

Funding announced for new project to conserve graffiti by conscientious objectors imprisoned at Richmond Castle during the First World War.

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HOLLYWOOD STAR AVA GARDNER HONOURED WITH BLUE PLAQUE

Plaque to legendary femme fatale brings The Blue Plaque Scheme's 150th anniversary year to a close.

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150 anniversary: New Blue Plaques announced for 2016

Tommy Cooper, Elizabeth David and Bobby Moore among those being commemorated this year Weekend of walking tours planned for 7-8 May 2016

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Takeover day 2016 launches at Stonehenge

Young people take over social media, guided tours and more to get them engaged with heritage and culture.

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Charles Darwin's bedroom recreated at Down House

Dress up in period costume, sit on Victorian furniture and discover Darwin's personal life with new hands-on interpretation at Down House in Kent.

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300 mile March to mark Battle of Hastings anniversary

Re-enactors will cover the historic journey from York to Battle over three weeks

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Volunteer wins national award

David Williams received a Heritage Heroes Award for his hard work and dedication at a ceremony in London.

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Coastal Heritage at Risk

English Heritage warns of threat of coastal erosion; identifies its six most vulnerable castles; and launches fundraising appeal to help save them