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Battle Abbey and Battlefield: History and Stories
The Battle of Hastings, fought on 14 October 1066, is one of the best-known events in England’s history, when William of Normandy defeated the army of King Harold of England.
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Send Us Your Old Stonehenge Snaps!
This summer English Heritage invited a number of individuals and families to revisit Stonehenge and to recreate photos taken decades ago at the ancient monument. Today, as English Heritage reveals the touching ‘then and now’ results, the guardian of Stonehenge is calling on the public to send in as many Stonehenge snaps as possible for a special digital photo-album, created to celebrate the centenary of Stonehenge belonging to the nation.
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Our specially equipped van will travel to many of our sites from May to October 2021, providing a host of hands-on conservation workshops for all ages. They'll give you an insight into how we look after our heritage while doing something fun and creative.
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Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls
The original gateway to Chester Castle, this early 13th-century tower houses a chapel with exceptionally fine wall-paintings of c.1240, rediscovered in the 1980s.
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20 Questions Quiz: The Battle of Hastings
Test your knowledge of the Battle of Hastings with the English Heritage 20 questions quiz
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Find out all about the Battle of Hastings, learn about the momentous events of 1066, and discover how the Norman Conquest transformed England.
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Discovery Visits at Whitby Abbey
Bring history to life on an expert-led discovery visit at Whitby Abbey.
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Three of our experts reveal the English Heritage properties that played their part in changing the course of English history, from military victories and technological breakthroughs to social shifts and political milestones
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Stonehenge is famous for its alignments with the sun, but did you know that the ancient monument may have also been carefully designed to align with the movements of the Moon?
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The Siege of Kenilworth Castle
How Henry III’s assault on Kenilworth Castle, which began on 25 June 1266, turned into one of the longest sieges in English medieval history.