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In 597, St Augustine arrived in England to convert the Anglo-Saxons to Christianity. Virtually every modern description of this mission mentions Queen Bertha of Kent. She has gone down in legend as the Christian queen who influenced her pagan husband, King Æthelberht, in Augustine’s favour. But who was Bertha?
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Have the perfect Great British Summer
Celebrate a classic Great British Summer at lots of our historic sites across the country. Find an event near you.
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National Lottery Heritage Fund
Since we became a charity in 2015, many of our projects have benefited from over £50 million in funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. In its 30th anniversary year, we say thank you to the National Lottery players.
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The Viking Raid on Lindisfarne
The devastating Viking attack on the church of St Cuthbert in 793 sent a shockwave through Europe. But a Christian community at Lindisfarne survived, and recorded the event on the famous ‘Domesday stone’.
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Family Days Out this May Half-Term
Looking for ideas for family days out for May half-term? Whether you're planning a local adventure or exploring somewhere new, there are plenty of family-friendly things to do across the country.
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England’s history is interwoven with the threads of myth, legend and folklore. These stories shape our understanding of our past and our present. Join us as we tell tales from England’s past and uncover the history behind them, from St George to sea-monsters, medieval ghosts and buried treasure.
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When was the last time you sent a postcard? Or received one? What was once a communication staple for over 150 years now feels more like a novelty. New research commissioned by English Heritage reveals that only 8% of adults send a postcard at least once a year, while more than half never send them at all. How about we change that this summer? Find out more about the humble postcard and, perhaps, feel inspired to send your own.
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We asked on Facebook and Twitter for your favourite historic abbeys, priories and churches in England – and thousands of you responded. To help you plan your next visit, we've put together this list of the most popular ecclestiastical ruins.