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Black People in Late 18th-century Britain
How much do we know about black people living in Britain in the late 18th century?
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Built in the 14th Century as a defence against Scottish raiders, Etal Castle is a fine example of a small castle close to the border between England and Scotland. Raiding and warfare was common in the borders during the Middle Ages and the castle was captured by the Scots in 1513, just before their defeat at the nearby Battle of Flodden.
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From weatherproof weekends to a Victorian stir-up Sunday, here's our top days out and things to do in November.
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An unexpected history of daffodils and how to spot a historic hybrid variety.
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A range of English Heritage holiday cottages by the sea in historical locations.
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Built in the 12th century for Henry II, the polygonal keep of Orford Castle is a landmark in the Suffolk landscape, and the castle has seen drama of all kinds in the course of its history.
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Discover the best historic places in England to escape the crowds this winter
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Fortress Dover and the First World War
During the First World War, a command and control centre within Dover Castle played a vital role in safeguarding Dover as a garrison and naval base. You can explore this building and find out more about Dover’s role in the First World War using our virtual tour.
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How Bram Stoker’s visit to the harbour town of Whitby on the Yorkshire coast in 1890 provided him with atmospheric locations for a Gothic novel – and a name for his famous vampire.
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Behind the scenes: Helmsley Archaeology Store
Not all English Heritage treasures can be seen at our sites - Helmsley Archaeology Store in North Yorkshire has plenty too!