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Expert Care at Witley Court

Log into your Members' Area to find out more about the refurbishment project at Witley Court, and watch our video to discover the how a stonemason returned the statues to their former glory.

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How William the Conqueror spent Christmas in 1066

William the Conqueror was crowned on Christmas Day in 1066. Find out more about what happened that day, and the dramatic events that led to his coronation.

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ELIOT, George (1819-1880) a.k.a. Mary Anne Evans

Blue Plaque commemorating George Eliot 'Mary Anne Evans' at Holly Lodge, 31 Wimbledon Park Road, Wimbledon, London SW18 5SJ, London Borough of Wandsworth.

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ELIOT, George (1819-1880) a.k.a. Mary Anne Evans

Blue Plaque commemorating George Eliot 'Mary Anne Evans' at Holly Lodge, 31 Wimbledon Park Road, Wimbledon, London SW18 5SJ, London Borough of Wandsworth.

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Art Installation at Housesteads

In 2022, an art installation on the site of the original gatehouse was created as part of Hadrian’s Wall 1900th anniversary celebrations.

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Lost medieval carol recorded for new Battle Abbey exhibition

A long forgotten medieval carol has been discovered by English Heritage and recorded for a new exhibition at Battle Abbey

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Contemporary art installation at Belsay Hall

A new contemporary art installation featuring the haunting voice of Turner Prize winning artist Susan Philipsz comes to Belsay Hall.

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Historical Makeup Looks You Can Try at Home

From the Romans smokey eye to a royal no makeup, makeup look, we summarise some of our favourite historical beauty looks and show you how to recreate them.

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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.

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Battle Abbey and Battlefield: History and Stories

The Battle of Hastings, fought on 14 October 1066, is one of the best-known events in England’s history, when William of Normandy defeated the army of King Harold of England.