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Why were women written out of history? An interview with Bettany Hughes
For Women's History Month, award-winning historian, author and broadcaster Dr Bettany Hughes explains why women were written out of history.
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History of St Paul’s Monastery, Jarrow
A brief history of St Paul's Monastery, in the 7th and 8th centuries one of Europe's most influential centres of learning and culture
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Hidden History Makers: Forgotten Figures in England’s Story
Many of the great history-makers of England’s past are very familiar indeed – David-Beckham-familiar, even. There is a continuous chain of famous names stretching back into the fringes of Prehistory, which defines our perceptions of what history is; a gallery of faces, from King Harold (with an arrow in his eye) to Elizabeth I, Oliver Cromwell (warts and all) to Winston Churchill.
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The Custodian's House, Pendennis Castle, Cornwall
A spacious one bedroom holiday cottage the Custodian’s House is located on the ramparts of Pendennis Castle with sweeping views of Gyllngvase Bay and the Cornish coastline beyond.
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Discover great days out in London at some of the capital's most iconic houses and gardens this season.
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Ideal for those looking to pursue a career in horticulture or stretch and challenge skills for personal interest. This level is also suitable for those already working in the industry who would like to formalise and expand their existing skills by gaining a professional qualification. Highly valued by employers, the RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles and Practices of Horticulture consists of two individual qualifications; a practical-based and knowledge-based qualification. The well-rounded learner, in particular those seeking employment, will achieve both elements to demonstrate the vital skills and knowledge needed to succeed in the modern day workplace. There are no pre-requisites for entry to this qualification level.
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Medieval magic: Meet the Enchanted Circus
Performers Nicole and Martin use theatre & acrobatics to bring folk tales to life. We found out more ahead of their run at three of our castles this summer.
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Description of Wroxeter Roman City
Unusually for a Roman city in Britain, Wroxeter’s desertion means that its site and surrounding landscape are little changed. It's still possible to envisage the landscape that the city was set in.
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Norman Tower’s Missing Key Returned after Almost 50 Years
A large brass key to St Leonard’s Tower in Kent has been returned in the post to English Heritage. The key, which had been missing for almost half a century, was sent with an anonymous note admitting it had been ‘borrowed’ and apologising for the delay in returning it.