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Built as a defence against Scots raiders in the mid 14th century, this fine border castle fell to James IV’s invading Scots army in 1513, just before their catastrophic defeat at Flodden.
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Significance of Middleham Castle
The substantial 12th-century remains at Middleham, particularly its impressive keep, make it an excellent surviving example of a medieval castle.
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Significance of the Jewel Tower
The Jewel Tower is important principally as a rare survival of the medieval Palace of Westminster and is remarkable for its 14th-century architecture.
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RICHMOND CASTLE AND THE CONSCIENTIOUS OBJECTORS
We reveal how Richmond Castle became a base for the northern companies of the Non Combatant Corps – a military unit for men who refused to serve during the First World War – and how you can find out more about their story at the castle’s new museum.
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PLAN A GRAND DAY OUT AT AUDLEY END
Join Maddie Moate for a tour around Audley End House and Gardens in Essex.
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A brief history and description of Langley Chapel, first built in 1313 and used until the late 19th century.
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History of Nine Ladies Stone Circle
A brief history and description of Nine Ladies Stone Circle, a Bronze Age stone circle later said to be nine women turned to stone for dancing on the Sabbath.
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Restormel Castle is one of the most remarkable castles in Britain. Built in the late 13th century, the present circular structure was a residence and hunting establishment for the earls and dukes of Cornwall.
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A brief history and description of Chichele College, a rare survival of a chantry college, a common institution during the 14th and 15th centuries.
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Blue plaque commemorating writer Jean Rhys at Paultons House, Paultons Square, Chelsea, London SW3 5DU, Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea.