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New interpretation at Dartmouth Castle explores river defence

Dartmouth Castle will be re-launched on Friday 27 May following a major re-presentation of the site. New panels, animations and a 3D model of the castle complex help to bring Dartmouth's past to life.

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Kids choose 10 key moments in history

The Battle of Hastings, V-E Day and the invention of the World Wide Web were all chosen as key moments in history. Best-selling children's author and illustrator Liz Pichon will bring the top moments to life through a 21st Century Bayeux Tapestry and nationwide competition.

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Hadrian's Wall Museum Reopens

Museum at Chesters Roman Fort reopens after refurbishment.

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English Heritage, Historic England and the National Trust on proposed A303 Stonehenge Tunnel

The proposed tunnel would remove the majority of the intrusive surface A303 from the Stonehenge World Heritage Site, opening up more of this extraordinary ancient landscape to the public The tunnel’s eastern portal would allow for the reinstatement of the Stonehenge Avenue – the A303 currently cuts across this important historic feature But the location of the tunnel’s western portal needs significant improvement

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Romans descend on Hadrian's Wall for weekend of Battle

Roman and Barbarian re-enactors stage full weekend of performances New Barbarian Night Attack introduces atmospheric ritual after dusk

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Freddie Mercury Blue Plaque Unveiled

The blue plaque was unveiled by his sister and Bryan May ahead of what would have been Freddie's 70th birthday.

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Stonehenge celebrates 30 years as a UNESCO World Heritage Site

To celebrate we are offering 30 people the chance to see Stonehenge from above in a tethered hot air balloon.

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Art exhibition opens at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens

The 'Outside In' art installation, which explores landscape, runs throughout the summer at Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens.

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Summer solstice 2016 at Stonehenge

Around 12,000 people gathered at Stonehenge to mark the Summer Solstice.

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Rare creatures spotted at historic places

A variety of strange creatures have been spotted at national landmarks, historic properties and blue plaques around the country. Show us what you find on Twitter, Facebook or Instagram.