Search Results
1113 results for whats on in May
Page
Stamford Bridge: The Other Battle of 1066
Before the Battle of Hastings there was another pivotal power struggle in 1066: the Battle of Stamford Bridge. English Heritage's Katy Carter investigates.
News
Rievaulx Abbey museum renovation underway
English Heritage is redesigning Rievaulx Abbey's visitor centre and museum, putting rare artefacts on public display for the first time.
Page
The Role of Women on Hadrian’s Wall
The women who once lived on Hadrian’s Wall are often forgotten. We asked curator Frances McIntosh to explain what life for women in Roman Britain was like.
Page
Why you should leave up your Christmas decorations until February
To bring cheer to the winter months, follow medieval tradition and keep your Christmas decorations up until 2 February
Page
Explore the gardens at Witley Court. Survivor of a devastating fire in the early 20th century, Witley's romantic gardens are full of delights. A spectacular lake, a vast fountain of Perseus and Andromeda, and colourful French parterre are just some of the highlights of what was one of the grandest estates in England.
Page
Black prisoners at Portchester Castle
When war broke out between Britain and Revolutionary France in 1793, the islands of the Caribbean were drawn into the conflict. In 1796 free black soldiers fighting for France were captured and sent to Portchester as prisoners of war. Discover their extraordinary story.
Page
This year we’re marking 80 years since the incredible rescue of more than 330,000 British and Allied troops from Dunkirk, coordinated from Royal Navy headquarters deep under Dover Castle in May 1940. Test your knowledge of the First and Second World Wars with our 20-question quiz.