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The two massive Saxon stone crosses, elaborately carved with animals and Biblical scenes including the Nativity of Christ and the Crucifixion, dominate the cobbled market square of Sandbach.
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Eggsclusive Eggs Hidden at Historic Sites for 2018
Six “eggsclusive” eggs designed by top children’s illustrators will be up for grabs at English Heritage properties across the country this Easter.
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As the days start to grow longer, there are lots of reasons to get out there and explore the places where England's history happened.
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Step into spring this Easter at historic sites across the country. Our historic grounds and gardens are perfect family-friendly spaces, and sites are hosting outdoor Easter Adventure Quests.
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With spectacular scenery, commanding castles and a magnificent Roman wall, there's plenty to discover in the North West of England.
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Spring has most definitely sprung and now is the perfect time to spend a day out where history happened. Here are our highlights and top picks for April.
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Bring your teaching of any time period, topic or theme to life at one of our 400 sites across England.
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Sites to Visit in the North West
Stand in the footsteps of the Romans at Birdoswald Roman Fort and discover the most besieged castle in England at Carlisle Castle. Visit our sites in the North West for free with your class and explore the regions rich history to bring learning to life.
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Which site is best for a picnic?
We asked our members to pick their top five best English Heritage sites for a picnic - did your favourite make it onto the list?
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You'll find English castles everywhere from Northumberland to Cornwall, and ranging in date from Norman to Tudor and from little Stokesay Castle to mighty fortresses like Kenilworth and Dover Castles. Here we trace how castles developed over nearly five centuries, and how they fit into the 3,000-year-long story of England's defences, from prehistoric hillforts to a Cold War nuclear bunker.