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This remote and dramatically sited fort was founded under Hadrian's rule in the 2nd century. Well-marked remains include the headquarters building, commandant's house and bath house.
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English Heritage's skilled gardeners have conserved and regenerated the original planting at Osborne House to restore the terraces to their original majesty.
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Victorian Britain was both the greatest power in the world and the least militarised, with a standing army far smaller and less influential in public life than those of France, Prussia, Austria or Russia. Its military shortcomings were starkly revealed by the disastrous Crimean War (1854–6) and Boer Wars (1880–81 and 1899–1902).
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In the Victorian period the growth of the railway network made it possible to transport food from the countryside to urban markets much more easily, greatly improving the quality of produce available there. But there was still no cure for most diseases, and life expectancy remained stubbornly low.
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Seven garden features to trick the senses
Gardens have always been designed to inspire surprise and wonder to their visitors. Discover some of the ways they play with perspectives as we explore some of our glorious gardens at English Heritage sites.
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Description of Audley End House and Gardens
A description of Audley End House, built in the 17th century and adapted over the centuries in response to changing fashions and fortunes.
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Sustainability and the Environment
Our outdoor spaces offer opportunities to learn about how sustainability and the natural environment have been understood in the past and how we care for the natural world today. Each has the power to inspire, engage and provide vital curriculum-linked experiences for your students.
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The gardens and grounds of our sites are wonderful places to explore with children. Whether they're budding historians, or they just need somewhere to run off some steam, we have some great gardens for you to enjoy exploring with the kids.
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A delicious history of gingerbread
Join food writer and historian Sam Bilton to explore the history of making and eating gingerbread
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Could You Make It As A Georgian Gardener
It's 1793 and you've been asked by the 2nd Earl of Mansfield to design a new landscape for his home at Kenwood. Take our quiz to see if you're up to the task.