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How Silent Were Medieval Monasteries?
To many of us, a visiting the ruin of a monastery or abbey is a peaceful, contemplative experience. But are we right to associate monastic sites with the absence of noise?
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Eggsclusive Eggs Hidden at Historic Sites for 2018
Six “eggsclusive” eggs designed by top children’s illustrators will be up for grabs at English Heritage properties across the country this Easter.
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With two bank holiday weekends and the half term break this month, we’ve got lots of historical inspiration for all ages.
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Spring has most definitely sprung and now is the perfect time to spend a day out where history happened. Here are our highlights and top picks for April.
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As the days start to grow longer, there are lots of reasons to get out there and explore the places where England's history happened.
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When was the last time you sent a postcard? Or received one? What was once a communication staple for over 150 years now feels more like a novelty. New research commissioned by English Heritage reveals that only 8% of adults send a postcard at least once a year, while more than half never send them at all. How about we change that this summer? Find out more about the humble postcard and, perhaps, feel inspired to send your own.
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Teaching and Learning Resource Library
Our learning resources are free educational tools packed with everything you need to give your learners a deep insight into the history of our places. Our team of qualified teachers, educational experts and historians have developed over 100 resources to choose from, each tied to curriculum learning.
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Bolsover Castle Rated English Heritage's Spookiest Site by Staff
Bolsover Castle in Derbyshire has topped the list of English Heritage’s ten spookiest sites, as voted for by members of staff across the charity’s 400 plus castles and abbeys, historic houses and palaces.
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As the seasons change, discover events, activities and things to do at English Heritage sites this Autumn. From the Battle of Hastings re-enactment to autumnal markets in London, there's something for everyone.
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Spooks and scares this Halloween
Dare to explore some of England's most haunted castles after dark Children can join in with the gruesome fun at family events across the country