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THACKERAY, William Makepeace (1811-1863) (Young Street)

Blue Plaque commemorating Novelist William Makepeace Thackeray at 16 Young Street, Kensington, London W8 5EH, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

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THACKERAY, William Makepeace (1811-1863) (Young Street)

Blue Plaque commemorating Novelist William Makepeace Thackeray at 16 Young Street, Kensington, London W8 5EH, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

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Things to do in October

Autumn is here and we've enjoyed an action-packed summer here at English Heritage. But as we move into the new season, the fun and discovery continues.

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VE Day

On VE (Victory in Europe) Day in 1945, millions took to the streets to celebrate peace after years of devastating war.

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Victoria Pendleton: My Day as a Jousting Knight

Double Olympic gold medalist Victoria Pendleton spends a day jousting like a medieval knight at English Heritage's Kenilworth Castle.

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THACKERAY, William Makepeace (1811-1863) (Young Street)

Blue Plaque commemorating Novelist William Makepeace Thackeray at 16 Young Street, Kensington, London W8 5EH, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.

News

Jousting Joins the Football, Tennis and Cricket VAR Revolution

Jousting, England’s first national sport, is being brought bang up-to-date as English Heritage trials VAR (Video Assisted Referee) sports technology to kick off its series of jousts across England this August, the charity announced today (Wednesday 31 July).

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Easter

Make your own history with us this Easter. Join in with LEGO® brick-building, take part in a rewarding adventure quest, or just enjoy a great-value family day out.

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Pirates Quiz

Test your knowledge of historical pirates from our sites

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Things to do in April

Spring is in full swing and this time of year is perfect for getting out there and enjoying all that our historic places have to offer. Our popular St George’s Day events take place in April, featuring spectacular displays and activities inspired by every era from the Romans to the Victorians. Our historic gardens are also at their most beautiful from April, and we’ve got inspiration for great days out whatever the weather.