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20 things to do before you turn 13
This year, create your own adventure with the help of our bucket list of top activities to do before you become an official teenager. These can be ticked off at home, at your local English Heritage site or while you are on holiday around England! Are you up for the challenge?
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Learn: the Coronation of King Charles III
If you’re exploring the Coronation with your class, what better place to do that than at one of our sites, many of which have links to, and have played a huge part in, royal history. Bring your teaching to life and embed your students’ learning with a visit this term.
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Body worn video (BWV) is a portable system that provides audio and visual record of activities undertaken by the wearer. Sound and images are recorded on a tamper proof, encrypted storage device, thereby ensuring a secure chain/custody of evidence.
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To help you plan your trip to Farleigh Hungerford Castle, here’s more details about the things to see and do, including the free audio guide, special activities for kids, and what to expect to see in the castle, chapel and Priest's House.
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There are many traditions we associate with Easter: bunnies, hot cross buns and, of course, eggs. But one custom that might not spring to mind is skipping. Here we explore why the simple game of jumping over a swinging rope was historically so popular at Easter time — and in some areas, still is.
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What's On Easter Trail Baby Dragon Trail Sat, 5 Apr – Mon, 21 Apr, 10am-6pm Admission charges apply. Trail Free. Medieval Musicians Drop in and meet Myal and Peg, our historical musicians and living historians, who will be joining us to share some popular tunes from Medieval England and further afield. Wed, 28 May and Thu, 29 May Medieval Storyteller Join the Yarnsmith of Norwich as he transports you back to a long, long time ago. Tue, 27 May and Fri, 30 May Summer Trail Knightly Chivalry Can you find all the values it takes to become a true knight for their code of honour. Under 5’s eye spy trail also available. Sat, 19 Jul – Sun, 31 Aug, 10am-6pm Admission charges apply. Trail Free. All events are managed by Medway Castle, please vist their website for further information.
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Wanted: Child Executive Officer
English Heritage, the charity that looks after over 400 historic places across England, from Stonehenge to Hadrian's Wall, has today launched a nationwide search for its first ever CEO (Child Executive Officer).
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Christmas crafts and traditions
Find out everything you need to know about the history and traditions surrounding the festive period.
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Our specially equipped van will travel to many of our sites from May to October 2021, providing a host of hands-on conservation workshops for all ages. They'll give you an insight into how we look after our heritage while doing something fun and creative.