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Parterre gardens are distinguished by their ornamental arrangement of flower beds laid out in intricate designs. They are a showcase for horticultural skill and taste and are very labour intensive. Learn about the history of the parterre and some of the unique spring and summer displays in our gardens.
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Highlights from the shell collection of Bridget Atkinson (1732–1814), which contained more than 1,200 items from around the world.
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This super Tudor Folly was built by the father of one of the Gunpowder plotters in the 1590’s as an expression of his Catholic faith. How many combinations of three, representing the holy trinity, can your students find as they look around?
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There’s plenty to do this June. Watch the summer solstice live from Stonehenge, explore our blooming historic gardens after hours, treat Dad to an extra special Father's Day, and start planning your best summer days out.
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History of Greyfriars, Gloucester
The Franciscan friary of Gloucester Greyfriars was founded in about 1230. Its ruined church – built just two decades before the Dissolution of the Monasteries – is a rare surviving example of a Tudor monastic church.
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Research on Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall
A summary of excavations and research relating to Harrows Scar Milecastle and Wall, and of the remaining gaps in our knowledge.
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RUTHERFORD, Dame Margaret (1892-1972)
Blue Plaque commemorating actress Dame Margaret Rutherford at 4 Berkeley Place, Wimbledon, London SW19 4NN, London Borough of Merton.
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20 Questions Quiz: Women's History Month
Test your knowledge with our quiz for Women's History Month
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The Only People Ever Killed at Tilbury Fort
England has not been invaded since 1066, so perhaps it’s unsurprising that the only fatalities ever reported at Tilbury Fort were thanks to a game of cricket in 1776. Or is this extraordinary story just a tall tale?
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Maritime Decline and the Battle of the Downs
How a major sea battle between the Dutch and the Spanish, in full view of Dover, Deal and Walmer castles on the Kent coast, revealed as much about the English navy as it did about its participants.