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Deal Castle was built in 1539–40 on Henry VIII’s order as an artillery fortress, designed to allow all-round firepower from over 140 guns. For over 250 years it defended the important naval anchorage called the Downs.
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New technology unlocks stories from England's past
Previously unseen artefacts, rarely opened archaeological stores, and hard-to-see masterpieces are now available to explore online thanks to a new partnership between English Heritage and Google Arts & Culture.
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Walmer Castle was built during the reign of Henry VIII as a response to the perceived threat of invasion from Europe. While no such invasion ever came, the castle did later see action when it was besieged by Parliamentarian forces during the English Civil War.
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Roman Britain had the largest army of any of the provinces of the empire. Scotland and Ireland remained unconquered, and unrest on the northern frontier was a permanent problem, despite the strength with which Hadrian’s Wall was held.
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Princess Beatrice, the youngest of Queen Victoria's nine children, was destined to become her mother's lifelong companion and loyal assistant. As Governor of the Isle of Wight, she had strong links with Carisbrooke Castle.
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Our collection relating to Battle Abbey tells the story of the Battle of Hastings, the Norman Conquest, and a medieval monastic community. Use these objects at home or in the classroom to inspire cross-curricular learning and further your research.
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Founded in the early 12th century by a local Norman lord, Boxgrove Priory was a small monastery of Benedictine monks. Today the lodging house and part of the church and chapter house remain, while the eastern parts of the monastic church survive as the impressive parish church.
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Learn about the best of English Heritage castles through the centuries and plan your visit.
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Speaking with Shadows is the podcast that listens to the people history forgot. From castles on the south coast to Hadrian’s Wall in the far north, join presenter Josie Long as she travels across the country to seek out stories from the hidden corners of England’s history.
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Get historic cheese back on the menu this Christmas, says English Heritage
With shortages at supermarkets in the run-up to Christmas a growing possibility, English Heritage has today (15 December) called for the return of historic cheese to the Christmas dining table as the charity reveals its ultimate English cheese board with delectable suggestions from medieval monks’ cheese to pre-Second Word War Wensleydale. The charity is also encouraging the public to support local cheese makers this Christmas, many hard hit during the pandemic, who are keeping history alive through the traditions of cheese making.