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8 things you may not know about 1066

Everyone knows about 1066 and all that, right? Even if you know your Harold Godwinson from your Harald Hardrada, here are eight facts about that fateful year that might surprise you.

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Saved From a Skip: Millionaire’s Gold Telephone Returns to Art Deco Mansion

A 1930s gold telephone which belonged to eccentric millionaire Virginia Courtauld has been returned to Eltham Palace after it was saved from a skip in the 1980s, English Heritage announced this Valentine’s Day (14 February). The newly donated gold-hued telephone will go on public display for the first time from tomorrow.

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English Heritage welcomes visitors back to its historic sites from 29 March

English Heritage will be welcoming visitors back to its historic properties and sites from 29 March 2021. Over 50 of the charity’s sites, which have been closed to the public since December 2020 as a result of the pandemic, will be opening at the end of March with more to follow provided the country successfully passes each milestone on the government’s roadmap.

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Building bridges: Installation of Tintagel Castle’s new bridge begins

The new footbridge at Tintagel Castle is beginning to take shape, English Heritage announced today (18 June), as sections of the dramatic steel crossing have started to be installed at the coastal site, ahead of the castle re-opening this summer.

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Hadrian's Wall

Hadrian's Wall marked the most northwest frontier of the empire and the edge of the civilised world (according to the Romans). But it was more than just a barrier. Click ore tap to find out more about the wall and the people who built it.

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HUTCHINSON, LESLIE (1900-1969) aka HUTCH

Blue Plaque commemorating singer and pianist Leslie 'Hutch' Hutchinson at 31 Steele’s Road, Chalk Farm, London NW3 4RE, London Borough of Camden.

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Queen Victoria and Prince Albert Quiz

Put your knowledge of Queen Victoria and Prince Albert to the test with our 20-question quiz.

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HISTORY OF DUNSTANBURGH CASTLE

Dunstanburgh Castle, now one of the most atmospheric and inspiring castles in England, was built in the 14th century by Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, and much modernised in the 1380s under John of Gaunt. It played a role as a Lancastrian stronghold in the Wars of the Roses.

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HUTCHINSON, LESLIE (1900-1969) aka HUTCH

Blue Plaque commemorating singer and pianist Leslie 'Hutch' Hutchinson at 31 Steele’s Road, Chalk Farm, London NW3 4RE, London Borough of Camden.

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Location of Custodian's House, Pendennis Castle

Location of The Custodian's House Holiday Cottage, Pendennis Castle