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Look inside an archaeological dig to find out how layers (strata) can help us to build a story from the history hidden underground. Then take inspiration from archaeology and stratigraphy, and follow our recipe to bake a delicious layered chocolate, vanilla and caramel cake!
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Have you ever wondered what’s hiding beneath the walls in your house? Discover what has been done to ensure Audley End is brought into a good state of repair.
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To coincide with our Chairman’s Lecture by Emily Parker about Charles Darwin's experiments at Down House, we’ve put together a Members’ quiz about the man himself.
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Romans, Victorians and the World Wars top the list of the UK's favourite eras, new research shows
While many on social media may be thinking daily about the Roman Empire, the World Wars (1914-1918 & 1939-1945) came out on top (15%) in a new study released today looking at the UK’s favourite historical era.
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Death and Burial Rites on Hadrian’s Wall
As part of the new exhibition at Birdoswald on Hadrian's Wall, experts from English Heritage and Historic England have analysed Roman burial urns found at Birdoswald for the first time - and what they found was totally unexpected.
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Working at our historic places
You will find a unique role at each one of our inspiring, exciting and rewarding historic places where no two days are ever the same. We are constantly seeking a range of skills and talents to help us create experiences that bring the story of England to life for our visitors.
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Careful reading reveals that women played important roles before and after the Battle of Hastings in 1066. Many women (particularly queens, who were the best recorded) held significant power and influence behind the scenes as advisors to their husbands, supporters of their sons and the voice of religious moderation. Here we discuss four such women who wielded power behind the throne in 1066.
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The Crown: History’s role in bringing the modern monarchy to life
The Crown's historical consultant, Robert Lacey, reveals what goes into the making of the Emmy Award-winning Netflix drama.
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Celebrating 20 years of Wrest Park’s St George’s Festival
Think you know the story of England? Not like this. On the weekend of 21-22 April, step back in time and explore thousands of years of history in one day at our St George's Day Festival at Wrest Park. We caught up with Event Manager Cate Milton about what to expect at this year's St George';s Day Festival.