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Description of Scarborough Castle
A description of Scarborough Castle, where Henry II’s massive 12th-century great tower dominates a headland that has been occupied for nearly 3,000 years
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The Romans in the Lake District
The three Roman sites that English Heritage cares for in the Lake District once guarded a road connecting the area with the rest of the Roman world. Find out what they reveal about life on the edge of empire.
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Get inspired for the perfect group day out at English Heritage. Craft your perfect group itinerary from our helpful list of suggestions.
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here are some ideas to organise your own English history-inspired games in your garden or local park!
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Enjoy a family day out at Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, a coastal fortress with unmissable sea views. Travel back to wartime Cornwall, climb to the top of the keep, and enjoy acres of green space at this historic gem.
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Pendennis Castle: History and Stories
Explore the eventful history of Pendennis Castle, Falmouth, Cornwall. King Henry VIII built the fort in the 1540s, but it was used as recently as the Second World War for defence and protection.
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Explore the gardens at Witley Court. Survivor of a devastating fire in the early 20th century, Witley's romantic gardens are full of delights. A spectacular lake, a vast fountain of Perseus and Andromeda, and colourful French parterre are just some of the highlights of what was one of the grandest estates in England.
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Enjoy a family day out at Boscobel House and The Royal Oak. Travel back to when Boscobel House was used as a hiding place by Charles II and to the 19 century when it was a thriving farmyard.
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History of Fireworks: Displays which went off with a Bang!
From monks playing with gunpowder to a disastrous pyrotechnic display designed to impress Elizabeth I, here are 4 tales from the long history of fireworks.
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How to build the perfect sandcastle in 9 steps
At English Heritage we love castles, and we look after some of the most fascinating forts in the country. Now you can make your own with our top tips for building the perfect sandcastle.