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A history of the medieval Thornton Abbey, which later became a college for priests, a 17th-century private residence and the site of 19th-century temperance rallies
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The world’s first iron bridge will be repaired as part of a major conservation project, English Heritage have announced, in what will be the new charity’s single largest conservation project to date.
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Spotlight On Rievaulx Abbey. Founded in 1132, Rievaulx Abbey was one of the wealthiest and most important abbeys in England.
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Britain was part of the Roman Empire for about four centuries. From the invasion under the emperor Claudius in AD 43 until rule from Rome ended in the early 5th century, Britain was an integral part of a political union that covered most of Europe.
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Most English Heritage sites have a spine-chilling story of the supernatural associated with them. Michael Carter and Dale Townshend reveal some of the ghost stories connected with our abbeys and priories.
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A brief history of Mount Grace Priory, the penultimate Carthusian foundation in England and the last monastery to be founded in medieval Yorkshire.
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Our historic buildings are constantly monitored for damage and deterioration, with our experts carrying out vital conservation work and preventative care to ensure these historic sites can continue to be enjoyed for many years to come. Learn more about some of the techniques we use to care for our buildings, and explore some of the unique projects we’ve carried out in recent years.
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Escape to this tranquil valley of the North York Moors and discover the impressive ruins of one of England's most powerful Cistercian monasteries.
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How to garden like a medieval monk
Medieval monks incorporated gardening into their daily rituals. We explore how gardens fitted into their schedules and where you can see examples today.