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Hild is a significant figure in the history of English Christianity. As the abbess of Whitby – a monastery for both men and women – she led one of the most important religious centres in the Anglo-Saxon world.
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This is an edited transcript of a previous episode of The English Heritage Podcast. You can listen to the podcast in full here and explore all the previous episodes here. You can also subscribe to the podcast on your favourite podcast platform.
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Illuminated Whitby Abbey - Frequently Asked Questions
We’ve answered some common questions to help you plan your visit to our Illuminated Whitby Abbey event.
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Discovery Visits at Whitby Abbey
Bring history to life on an expert-led discovery visit at Whitby Abbey.
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Last chance to vote for Heritage site of the year award
Stokesay Castle in Shropshire, Hadrian's Wall and Whitby have been nominated for the BBC Countryfile Magazine's Heritage Site of the Year Award. You have until January 31 to vote for your favourite.
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Whitby Abbey has plenty for everyone to enjoy. Unlock its hidden secrets on our Ammonite Quest, pick a spot for a picnic and enjoy the stunning views over the sea and Whitby town while the kids play hide and seek among the ruins.
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Add one or more of our iconic sites to your UK itinerary and give your students the opportunity for cultural enrichment and educational exploration. Plus, international school groups of 15 visitors or more are eligible to save 10%, plus group leaders go free!
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Dracula: how a Victorian vampire is inspiring blood donations this Halloween
Katie Dabin, Keeper of Medicine at the Science Museum, investigates how Bram Stoker's Dracula took inspiration from the fascinating history of blood transfusion.