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The Biggest Quiz in History – Round 3
Fancy yourself as a bit of an expert on British history trivia? Or are you hoping to brush up on your knowledge for the family Zoom quiz? Have a go at round three of The Biggest Quiz in History*
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Our historic places are primed for summer fun in June with live jousting, blooming gardens and events for dad this Father's Day.
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Ready for more? Round three of The Biggest Quiz in History* features questions about Queen Victoria and Albert, the First and Second World Wars and even anagrams of some of your favourite English Heritage sites... get those thinking caps on!
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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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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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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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Bring your teaching of any time period, topic or theme to life at one of our 400 sites across 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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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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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.