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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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Castles aren't just used by kings and queens. Discover more about the people who lived and worked in castles, from the Lord and Lady to the unfortunate servant who had to clean out the cesspit.
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Great Days Out: Reasons to return
Think you’ve seen everything your local English Heritage properties have to offer? Think again! Here are 10 ways to discover something new during a family day out this autumn.
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A history of Castle Acre Castle, which was begun in the 1070s by William de Warenne, who had fought at the Battle of Hastings.
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Medieval Season at Dover Castle Timetable
Join us at Dover Castle for six weeks of medieval themed fun and activities. Discover the mischievous merriment of a medieval banquet, dive into the sometimes disgusting world of medieval medicine, and meet the fractious family of Henry II. With a different theme each week, there's plenty to keep your little lords and ladies occupied this summer.
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Members' Week recipes: Sugar plate
Cook up a taste of the past with these recipes from Dr Annie Gray and Kathy Hipperson's 'A Right Royal Street Party' Members' Week event.
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In this blog we’re exploring the stories of five of the most brutal sieges in England’s history. Find out which northern fortress never fell to the Scots, learn about the Roundhead leader who survived a 200ft fall only to die in battle, and discover how bad weather can scupper siege weapons.
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Five fantasy castles and their real life counterparts
Castles have long been a cornerstone in the world of fantasy storytelling across literature, TV, film and gaming. While the fortresses described in fiction are often exaggerated, many have parallels with the elaborate style and tactical design of real castles. Here we examine some of the most famous castles and fortified residences in fiction, and some of their real-world counterparts which you can visit for yourself.
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Myths, legends and folklore are intricately linked with the stories of England’s past. But while a lot of these are carried through generational stories and historical literature, tangible associations live on at the historic places we care for.
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Project Iron Bridge: Saving an Industrial Icon
Find out more about English Heritage's work to conserve and protect the world famous Iron Bridge