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The Crown: History’s role in bringing the modern monarchy to life
The Crown's historical consultant, Robert Lacey, reveals what goes into the making of the Emmy Award-winning Netflix drama.
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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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Birdoswald Roman Fort: History and Stories
Explore the stories of Birdoswald Roman Fort on Hadrian's Wall, including the lives of those who lived there and the how we know so much about the fort's 2,000-year history.
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The last member of one of England’s great medieval dynasties, Lady Anne Clifford became something of a legend in her own lifetime, and has remained a celebrated figure in the history of northern England ever since.
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The festive season is here and our historic places are alive with carols, crafts and Christmas cheer. Enjoy a traditional carol concert at Rievaulx Abbey, experience Christmas on the home front at Dover Castle and meet Father Christmas himself at historic places all over England.
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Discover the extraordinary stories behind London's blue plaques. From the collective struggle of those who fought for the civil rights of British women to the personal experiences of London's LGBTQ+ individuals, every plaque represents an important and fascinating slice of history.
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Six Legendary Adventures This Summer
This summer, seek out adventure at England's historic places. Here's our pick of six extraordinary days out that will thrill the whole family — one a week throughout the summer holiday.
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Fortress Dover and the First World War
During the First World War, a command and control centre within Dover Castle played a vital role in safeguarding Dover as a garrison and naval base. You can explore this building and find out more about Dover’s role in the First World War using our virtual tour.