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As the days start to grow longer, there are lots of reasons to get out there and explore the places where England's history happened.
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A history of Hurst Castle, a coastal fortress built by Henry VIII, and later extensively modernised so that it remained in use until 1956.
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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.
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Make your own history with us this Easter. Take part in our rewarding adventure quests until Sunday 19 April, or just enjoy a great-value family day out.
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Wish You Were Here? Postcard Sending is in Terminal Decline
The humble postcard – a communication staple for over 150 years – is at risk, English Heritage warned today (10 July) as new research commissioned by the charity reveals that only 8% of adults send a postcard once a year and 52% never send them at all. In a bid to revive the once popular British holiday tradition and inspire children to take up postcard-writing, English Heritage has commissioned three limited edition postcards, designed by children’s illustrators Nick Sharratt and Sir Quentin Blake, which will be available to collect for free at eighteen historic sites as part of their Great British Summer events.
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Any season is great to go exploring and enjoy the great outdoors, either by yourself or with family or friends. Whether you’re looking for an amble or an invigorating hike, we’ve curated a selection of walks that take in some of our most atmospheric properties.
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A Year to Remember at English Heritage
The restoration and transformation of three of England’s most important historic sites – Clifford’s Tower in York, Marble Hill in Twickenham, and Richborough Roman Fort and Amphitheatre in Kent – are amongst the exciting projects English Heritage will be unveiling in 2022, the charity announced today (Thursday 17 February). English Heritage will also be investing millions of pounds in conservation projects across the country, celebrating milestones such as the 1,900th anniversary of the start of the building of Hadrian’s Wall, and with the London Blue Plaques scheme, commemorating working class lives and experiences.
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Meet English Heritage's latest jouster: Olympic Champion Victoria Pendleton
Victoria Pendleton launches English Heritage’s Medieval Knights Season
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