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History of Blackfriars, Gloucester
The Dominican friary of Gloucester Blackfriars is one of the best-preserved urban monasteries in England, which at its peak was home to between 30 and 40 friars,
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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.
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English Heritage has commissioned a series of six portraits from artists celebrating the lives of people of the African diaspora whose stories have contributed to England’s rich history. The paintings, by artists Elena Onwochei-Garcia, Clifton Powell, Glory Samjolly, Mikéla Henry-Lowe, Hannah Uzor and Chloe Cox, will be hung at the English Heritage site connected to its subject this summer, alongside a programme of public events.
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A history of Stokesay Castle, one of the best-preserved medieval manor houses in England.
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Extraordinary Plaques, Extraordinary People
Log into your Members' Area account to learn more about London’s iconic blue plaques, which link the people of the past with the buildings of the present.
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Easter and the Synod of Whitby
In 7th-century England there was no agreement among Christian groups on when to celebrate Easter. Discover how a landmark meeting at Whitby Abbey settled on the formula that we still use today to determine the dates of Easter.
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Looming high above the seaside town, Whitby Abbey has provided over a thousand years of inspiration from the earliest Anglo Saxon poet to the world’s most famous Gothic novel.
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5 things you might not know: The Real Story of Bonfire Night
Why do we celebrate a failed assassination attempt with fireworks? Here are 5 things you might not know about the Gunpowder Plot, Guy Fawkes and Bonfire Night.
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Top 5 Things To Do in February
This February, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help inspire your visits. Give meaningful Valentine's Day gifts inspired by history, embark on a scenic walk between two sites, and enjoy a fun-filled February half-term. Read on to discover fascinating history, unmissable events and captivating places.