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Could You Make It As A Georgian Gardener
It's 1793 and you've been asked by the 2nd Earl of Mansfield to design a new landscape for his home at Kenwood. Take our quiz to see if you're up to the task.
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The Hidden Stories of Household Staff
The history of some of our grandest properties isn’t just about their owners – there are also the sometimes overlooked tales of the household staff who kept things running.
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Highlights from the internationally renowned collection of paintings, sculpture, furniture and miniatures at Kenwood, including works by Rembrandt, Vermeer and Gainsborough.
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The story of black lives in Britain is long, varied and complex. To help you chart the story of black Britons, we’ve brought together experiences from across our sites to share with you. Get involved by doing your own research, trying some of our suggested activities, and enjoying our selection of videos and podcasts.
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Hadrian’s Wall Roman Fort given to the nation
A Roman fort on Hadrian’s Wall has joined Stonehenge, Dover Castle and Kenwood House in the National Heritage Collection following a generous gift by a Northumberland landowner. Now in the care of English Heritage, the Roman fort’s future is secure and its stories will soon be shared with visitors to the wall.
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GIFTED TO THE NATION: THORNBOROUGH HENGES “THE STONEHENGE OF THE NORTH”
• Neolithic henges join Dover Castle and Kenwood in the National Heritage Collection • The site will be removed from Historic England’s Heritage at Risk Register • English Heritage provides more public access to the landscape
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18 Inspiring things to do in March
Whether you're looking for a day out for Mothers Day or want to get outside and enjoy the start of spring, or just want to do something a bit different, our historic sites offer all sorts of unique experiences.