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Modern Britons Seek Solace in Mythology
Folklore, myths and legends are gaining popularity as people increasingly turn to them for comfort in a turbulent time, a new survey by English Heritage reveals today (25 July).
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English Heritage appoints Tony Hales CBE as its new Chair
English Heritage has appointed Tony Hales CBE as Chair of its Board of Trustees.
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Eight ghosts - Eight authors - eight historic sites
English Heritage announces a new collection of eight chilling ghost stories Mark Haddon, Jeanette Winterson and Sarah Perry are among those inspired by English Heritage properties across the country
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Top 5 things to do in September
Make the most of September with plenty of things to see and do as the seasons start to change. Join us for BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair at Audley End, enjoy relaxing Sunday music, discover art and culture at Kenwood in London, and make the most of free tours and talks as part of Heritage Open Days.
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English Heritage Collections Highlights
English Heritage cares for more than a million objects spanning more than 5,000 years of history. We do not operate a central museum. Instead, we try to make sure that we display objects that were used, found or were originally displayed at the sites where you see them.
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England’s history is interwoven with the threads of myth, legend and folklore. These stories shape our understanding of our past and our present. Join us as we tell tales from England’s past and uncover the history behind them, from St George to sea-monsters, medieval ghosts and buried treasure.
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Five steps for Pokemon hunting
We're happy to welcome Pokémon Go trainers, but we want to make sure that you have fun and stay safe on your quest to catch 'em all. Check out our guide to catching Pokémon safely at our historic sites, and start planning your visit.
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Our gardeners and volunteers manage orchards across many sites. Learn more about these orchards, new and old, the origins of apples in England.