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Birdoswald Roman Fort is the perfect place for a school visit, you can explore the extensive remains of the Roman Fort and the longest remaining stretch of this World Heritage Site.
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A century after our paintings conservation studio was first established, we headed inside to discover its story and what goes into maintaining and protecting the collection of 1,500 artworks across the country.
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Book a free self-led visit to Wellington Arch and organise your day to suit your curriculum objectives. Discover one of London’s best known landmarks and admire the view across the capital from the balconies of Wellington Arch. Set at the heart of royal London, if you get your timings right, you can watch the Household Cavalry passing through the arch on their way to and from the Changing of the Guard. The exhibition space hosts various displays throughout the year. Please check the Wellington Arch main page to see details of current exhibition.
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1816: The year the sun nearly died - English Heritage Blog
To celebrate this year’s winter solstice, we’ve teamed up with the Science Museum to explore the ways that humans have made sense of the sun throughout history.
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The Fall of France in the Second World War
Between 9 May and 22 June 1940 a remarkable German assault on north-west Europe resulted in the capture and subjugation of France, Luxembourg, The Netherlands and Belgium. Trace the events leading up to the battle, the campaign itself and its aftermath.
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James Chappell was a black servant in the household of Christopher Hatton, the owner of Kirby Hall, Northamptonshire. His heroic actions after an explosion on Guernsey in 1672 were enshrined in family and local legend. Find out more about his life and legacy.
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From exploring the frontier of the Roman empire to seeing Stonehenge for yourself, discover some of the best things to do in England when visiting the UK.
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Deal Castle was built in 1539–40 on Henry VIII’s order as an artillery fortress, designed to allow all-round firepower from over 140 guns. For over 250 years it defended the important naval anchorage called the Downs.