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Discover the history of this English Palladian villa and its gardens beside the Thames, from its origins in the 1720s as a retreat from court life for Henrietta Howard to the present day.
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Christmas traditions, crafts and more
From the origins of Christmas to authentic Victorian crafts, explore the history of your favourite holiday and find festive inspiration with recipes from Mrs Crocombe and more.
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History of Leahill and Piper Sike Turrets
This pair of turrets, about 500 metres apart, were originally part of the sector of Hadrian’s Wall first built in turf and later replaced in stone. Today, they demonstrate how the Wall allowed the Romans to monitor their north-western frontier.
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Remembering Freddie Mercury with a blue plaque
Legendary Queen musician Freddie Mercury has been remembered an English Heritage blue plaque. To celebrate, we’re exploring his life, music and legacy.
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Tintagel Castle: History and Legend
Explore the 1,500-year history of Tintagel, and discover how the Arthurian legends and stories the site has inspired have shaped the castle we see today.
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Meet Amber Butchart and Rebecca Butterworth
Meet Amber Butchart, fashion historian, and Rebecca Butterworth, historical make-up artist, who help us produce our historical make-up tutorials.
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This unique ceremonial temple of concentric rings of standing stones and wooden posts was used in the late Neolithic period, and probably built about 2500 BC.
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The last member of one of England’s great medieval dynasties, Lady Anne Clifford became something of a legend in her own lifetime, and has remained a celebrated figure in the history of northern England ever since.
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A range of English Heritage holiday cottages by the sea in historical locations.
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We’ve answered some common questions to help you plan your visit to our Ghost Tales events.