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First World War Graffiti Saved
Graffiti by Conscientious Objectors imprisoned at Richmond Castle to be conserved by English Heritage
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Originally a 12th century manor house, Ashby de la Zouch Castle reached castle status in the 15th century, with impressive features like the Hastings Tower and chapel. Make sure you discover the underground passage from the kitchen to the tower, probably created during the English Civil War war, which can still be explored today as well as seeing the stunning veiws from the top of the tower!
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With a history stretching as far back as the Romans, and the ruins of a medieval castle to explore, Tintagel Castle is an ideal destination for inspirational learning.
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Chysauster Ancient Village is Romano-British settlement that was originally occupied almost 2,000 years ago and is one of the finest examples of such in the country. Today visitors can walk around the village settlement to gain a sense of what the houses would have looked like and how the settlement was laid out. There are also the remains of an enigmatic 'fogou' underground passage - the purpose for this could have been as a ritual building, a hiding place or a cold store - what do you think it was used for?
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What would happen if England’s Treasures went up in Flames?
How are historic objects protected from the threat of fire or flooding? A behind the scenes look at how collections are protected and conserved.
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Book a free self-led visit to Brougham Castle and organise your day to suit your curriculum objectives. Explore the castle that served both as a barrier against Scottish invaders and was later a private residence of Lady Anne Clifford. Don’t miss the unusual double gatehouse and the impressive ‘Tower of League’. The site can also act as a fantastic stimulus for art, photography or a creative writing focus with its stunning setting beside the River Eamont crossing.
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King Charles III England Coast Path – The Isle of Wight and Osborne
For several years, English Heritage has been actively involved in discussions about the proposal that the King Charles III England Coast Path would go through Osborne, Queen Victoria’s seaside home, on the Isle of Wight. Unfortunately, the unique security and conservation challenges posed by the path to this historic site couldn’t be overcome and we are not able to facilitate access.