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Travelling back in time, your class will become detectives to discover what life was really like for those who lived and worked here. Finding clues on their exploration of the castle, your students will piece together the evidence to work out how Carlisle Castle has changed over time.
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On 16 May 1568, a small fishing boat carried Mary Queen of Scots across the Solway Firth from Scotland to England. Two days later she was escorted to Carlisle Castle. Why did she seek refuge in England, and how did her two-month stay at Carlisle turn into a lifetime of captivity?
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Quiz: Guess the English Heritage sites painted by JMW Turner
One of Britain's best-loved painters, JMW Turner painted 35 sites across England that are now cared for by English Heritage. We've selected 10 of these paintings - can you identify which sites the paintings feature?
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A guide to the documentary and printed sources for the further study of Brough Castle.
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With all history GCSEs now requiring a study of the historic environment, we've put together a list of our top sites to support GCSE study. With free access to all of these sites when booked in advance, dedicated GCSE resources, and downloadable hazard information to help with risk assessments, choosing a site and planning your visit is easy and stress free.
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With spectacular scenery, commanding castles and a magnificent Roman wall, there's plenty to discover in the North West of England.
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Three exciting trails jam-packed with fairies, dragons and mythical beings are coming to historic places near you this spring.
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Teaching and Learning Resource Library
Our learning resources are free educational tools packed with everything you need to give your learners a deep insight into the history of our places. Our team of qualified teachers, educational experts and historians have developed over 100 resources to choose from, each tied to curriculum learning.
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Creepy Castles To Visit This Halloween
Are you brave enough to climb the highest, mightiest towers and delve into the deepest, darkest tunnels?
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Beacons, special events and new exhibitions mark the 80th anniversary of D-Day
Today, 6 June 2024, marks the 80th anniversary of Operation Overlord, also known as the D-Day landings in Normandy, France. English Heritage is running a range of events to celebrate and commemorate the sacrifice of all those involved in D-Day across our sites.