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History of the Chapter House and Pyx Chamber, Westminster Abbey
These two beautifully preserved medieval rooms, on the eastern side of the Westminster Abbey cloister, have been put to state as well as church use during and since the Middle Ages, including as a meeting place for Parliament.
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A list of the main material, visual and written sources for our knowledge and understanding of Roche Abbey
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For 400 years Brinkburn Priory was home to a community of Augustinian canons, who attracted the patronage of leading local families.
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Dover Castle commands the Strait of Dover, the shortest sea crossing between England and continental Europe, a position of strategic importance throughout history.
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Many of our historic places are located near beaches and beautiful coastlines, the perfect settings for when the sun is shining.
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The romantic ruins of Reculver Towers and Roman Fort provide a window into two millennia of shifting history on the Kent coast. Now, a multi-year conservation project is keeping this important landmark standing.
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Margaret Brotherton was a wealthy and influential noblewoman, whose business acumen, as well as a series of untimely deaths, made her one of the richest women in England.
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The Hidden Stories of Household Staff
The history of some of our grandest properties isn’t just about their owners – there are also the sometimes overlooked tales of the household staff who kept things running.
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20 Questions Quiz: Myths and Legends
Test your knowledge of myths and legends with our quiz. Click on each question to reveal the answer.