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Two sieges at Dover Castle, in the summers of 1216 and 1217, were important events during the First Barons’ War. The circumstances that gave rise to this attack were part of a complex and bitter disagreement between King John and a large group of English barons, which resulted in all-out warfare across England.
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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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History of Bant’s Carn Burial Chamber and Halangy Down Ancient Village
A brief history of Bant’s Carn Burial Chamber, a Bronze Age entrance grave, and nearby Halangy Down Ancient Village, an Iron Age settlement.
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Death and Burial Rites on Hadrian’s Wall
As part of the new exhibition at Birdoswald on Hadrian's Wall, experts from English Heritage and Historic England have analysed Roman burial urns found at Birdoswald for the first time - and what they found was totally unexpected.
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Six New Blue Plaques for Women
English Heritage plans to unveil six plaques honouring women this year, the charity announced today (4 March). Second World War spies, suffrage organisation headquarters and one of Britain’s most important twentieth-century artists will be among the six new plaques, with the first addition to the scheme dedicated to botanist and leader of women in the armed forces, Dame Helen Gwynne-Vaughan, today.
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Step into England’s story in the West Midlands and discover how the region has shaped our history.
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Availability & Prices of Prior's Lodge, Mount Grace Priory
Availablity & Prices of Prior's Lodge Holiday Cottage, Mount Grace Priory
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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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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.