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PAYNE-GAPOSCHKIN, Cecilia (1900–1979)
Cecilia Payne-Gaposchkin was widely considered the most eminent woman astronomer of the mid-20th century. She is recognised by a plaque at the home where she grew up, 70 Lansdowne Road.
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5 conservation Dos and Don’ts of caring for a country house
Caring for a country house is no small task! Our team share 5 essential tips from Brodsworth Hall, where conservation is even more complicated than usual.
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10 things you probably didn't know about sieges
From the most besieged castle in England to pouring hot oil over battlements, how much do you really know about siege warfare?
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Meat to sweet: A history of the mince pie
Today there’s nothing remotely savoury about the mince pie. But this wasn’t always the case. Like so many dishes, the mince pie has evolved over the centuries.
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Add one or more of our iconic sites to your UK itinerary and give your students the opportunity for cultural enrichment and educational exploration. Plus, international school groups of 15 visitors or more are eligible to save 10%, plus group leaders go free!
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UK celebrates Christmas earlier than ever
Most British people put up their Christmas lights on 1 December, according to a new English Heritage survey.
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Christmas dinner with the Courtaulds
It’s 1942 and the Second World War is on, but millionaires Stephen and Virginia Courtauld are still entertaining their guests with Christmas dinner at Eltham Palace and Gardens in Greenwich, London. Read this page to find out what they are having for their festive feast!