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Early Medieval: Power and Politics
This period saw the evolution of what was essentially a nation of warlords, whether Romano-British or Anglo-Saxon, into a country organised into distinct kingdoms. Eventually the individual kingdoms were unified under the Kings of Wessex into the kingdom of England.
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Join us at a range of phantom-tastic family-friendly events at our sites across the country this Halloween.
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The most English week in history?
This week marks the Queen's 90th birthday, St George's Day and the 400th anniversary of the death of William Shakespeare.
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Top places to visit on your residential trip
Residential trips are a great way to create lasting memories and experiences for your pupils. We've listed below our five most popular sites to enjoy as part of a residential experience, which can be discovered on a free self-led visit, or you can enhance your day with a hands-on Discovery Visit. Engage your pupils and bring learning to life.
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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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Women in Male Monasteries: An Illicit Presence?
Strict rules were in place to ensure that monks had minimal contact with women in medieval monasteries. But could they even have functioned without women?
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Places to visit between Christmas and New Year
Wrap up the year with a memorable day out at our properties. We’re open between Christmas and New Year for you to explore England’s history.
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Spooky Stories and Gruesome Tales
With tales of bloody battles, gruesome executions and strange paranormal phenomena, you might need a strong stomach to visit any of these historic sites…
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Terrifying tales: the Kids Rule! guide to medieval ghosts
Discover what medieval ghosts were like (and what to do if you meet one), plus some spooky stories connected to English Heritage sites!