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History of Lydford Castle and Saxon Town
A brief history and description of Lydford Castle and Saxon Town, whose importance in Saxon and medieval times has left its legacy in the street layout and two castles
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Top 5 Things To Do in December
This December, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help inspire your visits. Go on a walk through history, try traditional Victorian crafts, and join us for a month full of festive events. Read on to discover fascinating history, unmissable events and captivating places.
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1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield
Relive the battle that changed England forever.
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Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls
The original gateway to Chester Castle, this 12th-century tower houses a chapel with exceptionally fine wall-paintings of c. 1220, rediscovered in the 1980s.
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A Canterbury Tale: The Bayeux Tapestry and St Augustine’s Abbey
St Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury has long been celebrated for its contribution to English Christianity. But the latest historical research suggests that it may also have been the birthplace of one of history's most famous artefacts.
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Founded soon after 1066 by William Peveril and overlooking Hope Valley and Cave Dale, Peveril Castle is a fantastic and historically important site for school children to explore.
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A history of Conisbrough Castle, begun in the 11th century after the Norman Conquest and one of South Yorkshire’s most striking landmarks.
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Bayham Abbey makes a fascinating day out on the Kent Sussex border. The impressive ruins include much of the 13th to 15th-century church, the chapter house, and a picturesque 14th-century gatehouse.
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The fascinating story of Clifford's Tower will finally be told thanks to a major investment by English Heritage into this York landmark.