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Past Lives: George Orwell in London
It is 70 years this June since the novel 1984 was first published. Its author, George Orwell, is now commemorated with a blue plaque
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On 16 May 1568, a small fishing boat carried Mary Queen of Scots across the Solway Firth from Scotland to England. Two days later she was escorted to Carlisle Castle. Why did she seek refuge in England, and how did her two-month stay at Carlisle turn into a lifetime of captivity?
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Our senior historian, Paul Pattison, has worked with the genealogists at Findmypast to uncover more of John Glasson Thomas' story.
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WILBERFORCE, William (1759-1833)
The politician and abolitionist William Wilberforce is commemorated with a blue plaque on the site of his former home at 111 Broomwood Road in Battersea. He lived at Broomwood House (which was demolished in 1904) from 1797 until 1808, during the height of his campaign against slavery.
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Blue plaque commemorating the former home of the art historian and broadcaster, Kenneth Clark, at 30 Portland Place in Marylebone, London W1B 1LZ.
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School Visits. A school visit to Whitby Abbey is a unique experience where we offer free self-led visits.
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With a history stretching as far back as the Romans, and the ruins of a medieval castle to explore, Tintagel Castle is an ideal destination for inspirational learning.
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Blue plaque commemorating the former home of the art historian and broadcaster, Kenneth Clark, at 30 Portland Place in Marylebone, London W1B 1LZ.
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Blue plaque commemorating the former home of the art historian and broadcaster, Kenneth Clark, at 30 Portland Place in Marylebone, London W1B 1LZ.
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Birdoswald Roman Fort - Hadrian's Wall
Enjoy an adventure in Roman Britain with fantastic defences and displays.