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Donnington Castle

The striking twin-towered 14th-century gatehouse of this castle, later the focus of a Civil War siege and battle, survives amid impressive earthworks.

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MONTGOMERY, Bernard Law, Viscount Montgomery of Alamein (1887–1976) a.k.a. Monty

Field Marshal Bernard Law Montgomery, a.k.a. ‘Monty’, was a celebrated British Army officer, best known for his leadership during the Second World War at El Alamein and in Normandy.

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New Technology Unlocks Old Buildings

Previously unseen artefacts, rarely opened archaeological stores, and hard-to-see masterpieces are today revealed for the first time online thanks to a major new partnership between English Heritage and Google Arts & Culture.

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School Visits

Book a free self-led visit to Wellington Arch and organise your day to suit your curriculum objectives. Discover one of London’s best known landmarks and admire the view across the capital from the balconies of Wellington Arch. Set at the heart of royal London, if you get your timings right, you can watch the Household Cavalry passing through the arch on their way to and from the Changing of the Guard. The exhibition space hosts various displays throughout the year. Please check the Wellington Arch main page to see details of current exhibition.

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Deal Castle: History and Stories

Built by Henry VIII at a time when England seemed vulnerable to invasion, Deal Castle has watched over the Kent coast for nearly 500 years.

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King Arthur Quiz

Test your knowledge of the mythical British Leader with our heritage mini quiz

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School Visits

Enjoy a free self-led visit to Pevensey Castle and discover the place where the Norman Conquest of England began, when William the Conqueror landed here on 28th September 1066.

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Medieval Season at Eltham Palace

Join us at Eltham Palace for six weeks of medieval themed fun and activities. Discover the brutal war that ended a dynasty, come face to face with England's greatest heroes and villains, and find out if you have what it takes to stand in a Saxon shield wall. With a different theme each week, there's plenty to keep your little lords and ladies occupied this summer.

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WATSON-WATT,Sir Robert (1892-1973)

Learn about Sir Robert Watson-Watt, the pioneer of radar, and find his blue plaque at his former home at 287 Sheen Lane, London, SW14 8RN.

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Shropshire woodland that hid Charles II to be restored

The woodland that once surrounded the Royal Oak – Charles II’s famous hiding place - is being replanted.