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Unlock 900 years of life at Helmsley Castle, an essential site for any visitor to the market town of Helmsley in the North York Moors National Park.
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Directions to Uffington Castle - White Horse and Dragon Hill
Directions to Uffington Castle - White Horse and Dragon Hill
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Stonehenge – the gift and 100 years of care
2018 marks an important anniversary for Stonehenge. It’s 100 years since local barrister Cecil Chubb and his wife Mary gifted the monument to the nation. This was a major turning point in the way Stonehenge was cared for. It set in train a programme of care and conservation for the monument and the surrounding landscape which continues to this day.
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Guidance for executors administering a Will that includes a gift to English Heritage.
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From the satisfaction of protecting our nation's heritage to learning new skills, there are a whole host of reasons to volunteer with English Heritage.
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Largest Ever Replica of a Pre-Historic Building at Stonehenge
We have unveiled a brand-new reconstruction of a 4,500-year-old Neolithic building at Stonehenge. Visitors can experience the 7m-high hall this summer.
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Stonehenge sold for £6,600 a hundred years ago today
One hundred years ago today (21 September 2015), Stonehenge – the most famous prehistoric monument in the world – was sold at auction for £6,600 to a local Wiltshire man, Cecil Chubb. His purchase marked a turning point in the care and protection of the ancient monument and English Heritage, today’s guardian of Stonehenge, is marking the anniversary with re-enactments of the momentous auction throughout the day and with a special commemorative ticket for visitors.
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English Heritage visitor numbers rocket at ‘hidden local gems’ in 2021
Pandemic prompts the nation to discover the heritage on their doorstep. Smaller historic attractions such as Barnard Castle and Boscobel House record best ever years in 2021.
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The Coronation of King Charles III
English Heritage wishes King Charles III a long, happy and glorious reign. The Union Jack is flying from castles, houses and halls across the country, and we’re hosting garden parties and outdoor screenings for people to come together and join the celebrations.