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Pendennis Castle was an important artillery fort from 1539 until 1956, defending the naval and mercantile anchorage of Carrick Roads and the port of Falmouth.
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Discover the story of Hailes Abbey, from its foundation in the 13th century through to its Dissolution under Henry VIII and its subsequent use as a country house.
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A pageant master, theatre producer and actress who only played male parts, Gwen Lally was also renowned for her striking appearance and masculine style of dress.
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History of St Augustine’s Abbey
St Augustine’s Abbey was one of the most important monasteries in medieval England, established as the result of the papal mission to bring Christianity to England.
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Royal Cooking Lessons in the Swiss Cottage
Hidden in the woods at Osborne, the Swiss Cottage was the royal children’s private world, where they could play at being adults and learn the skills that Prince Albert believed would make them better rulers.
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As emperor of the Roman Empire, Hadrian focused on securing the empire’s existing borders. His most impressive statement of this policy was Hadrian’s Wall – a monument that still influences the landscape of northern England today. Read about his rise to power, his construction of the Wall, and his personal relationships.
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Wallpaper and rose petals: the story behind Wrest Park’s summer art exhibition
Artist Sally Annett is exhibiting a range of contemporary art works at Wrest Park this summer. Inspired by the site’s collection of rarely-seen wallpapers, Annett talks to us about what it was like to delve into the vast collection stores at Wrest, and the stories she found there.
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Castles aren't just used by kings and queens. Discover more about the people who lived and worked in castles, from the Lord and Lady to the unfortunate servant who had to clean out the cesspit.