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Which is the best place English Heritage site to take your family on a day out? That's the question we posed to our Facebook followers, and hundreds of you got in touch to tell us about your favourite English Heritage places.
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From Norman earthworks to mighty royal fortresses and from Cornwall to Northumberland, these castles and forts tell the turbulent and often surprising story of power, war and siege in England.
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Unsung Heroes of Dunkirk Evacuation Revealed on 80th Anniversary
Dunkirk 1940: The Making of the Miracle – English Heritage's online event tells the story of the evacuation day-by-day
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Explore the landscapes of England's castles and forts with our series of walking guides. Enjoy the short scenic stroll from Helmsley Castle to beautiful Rievaulx Abbey, or take on a more challenging hike atop the White Cliffs of Dover to discover two of Henry VIII's revolutionary device forts. Our guides include step-by-step directions, all the essential information plus tips to make the most of your day out on the trail.
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Teaching and Learning Resource Library
Our learning resources are free educational tools packed with everything you need to give your learners a deep insight into the history of our places. Our team of qualified teachers, educational experts and historians have developed over 100 resources to choose from, each tied to curriculum learning.
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This year we’re marking 80 years since the incredible rescue of the British Army from Dunkirk. Join us in commemoration by taking a journey through the dramatic events of May and June 1940 with this collection of breathtaking historic photographs.
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Learn Along with us: Operation Dynamo
Learn along with us as we explore the story of Operation Dynamo and understand how Dover Castle played a role in this heroic rescue.
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Get tips and advice from Minecraft experts. Then, ready your pick-axe and try your hand at building your very own block-based fortress.
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"Don't forget the turnip this Halloween" says English Heritage
Amid fears of a pumpkin shortage this Halloween, English Heritage is calling on people to rediscover the original carved decoration, the humble turnip and the original 'roots of Halloween. By way of inspiration, English Heritage has installed a number of ghoulishly carved turnips at Dover Castle as part of its week of half-term Halloween events taking place across the country this October.