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Creepy Castles To Visit This Halloween
Are you brave enough to climb the highest, mightiest towers and delve into the deepest, darkest tunnels?
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Many of our sites are situated amongst some of England’s most picturesque scenery. Use our walking guides to make the most of the great outdoors and enjoy a full day out in spectacular historical landscapes. Our walking guides detail the routes between two or three sites to make the most of the day. Bring along a picnic or enjoy lunch in one of our top tearooms and spend the day walking in the footsteps of our ancestors.
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Antique carpet returns to Eltham Palace after 80 years
An antique Chinese carpet is to go on display in its original home at Eltham Palace and Gardens. Following the donation of the historic item from the estate of Mrs M R Bernard - the niece of Stephen Courtauld - the carpet has undergone extensive conservation work by experts at the heritage charity and will be displayed in Virgina Courtauld’s boudoir. This marks the first time it has been in its original home in over 80 years and will enhance the story of interior design which the site tells.
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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
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Explore the stories of people commemorated with blue plaques who lived with a visible or hidden impairment, and learn about the impact disability had on their lives.
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Roman Britain had the largest army of any of the provinces of the empire. Scotland and Ireland remained unconquered, and unrest on the northern frontier was a permanent problem, despite the strength with which Hadrian’s Wall was held.
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Historical headwear can reveal fascinating insights into our past, helping to shape trends and mirror what's important to society at the time. In this article Fashion Historian, and host of our History Inspired Makeup Tutorials, Amber Butchart takes a closer look at some of the most iconic hats in history.
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Face-to-face: English Heritage through its portraits
Exploring the history of portraiture through items at English Heritage properties.
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The foundations of a small medieval church, traditionally said to have been the site of King John's submission to the Papal Legate in 1213.