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Well-preserved 15th-century gatehouse, the sole survivor of a small Benedictine priory. A miniature 'pele-tower' containing two storeys of comfortable rooms, it later became a fortified vicarage.
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The Georgian era spans the years between 1714 and 1837, covering the reigns of George I, II, III and IV, as well as that of William IV. It was an era of great social change with the start of the Industrial Revolution, and saw the expansion and dominance of the British Empire through exploration and war.
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8 Hidden Treasures from the English Heritage stores
Our historians and curators have chosen 8 of their favourite items from the English Heritage collection. Discover why these items are so interesting and find out where you can see them.
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Once reserved for wealthy land-owners to enjoy on their estates, the Victorians revolutionised the phenomenon of outdoor dining, bringing the picnic to the masses and paving the way for every family to enjoy taking their meals outside.
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Warkworth Castle and Hermitage
Warkworth town preserves a strong sense of its medieval layout. Warkworth Castle to the south was was a favourite home of the Percy family, Earls of Northumberland from the 14th century, until the castle was abandoned and stripped of re-useable materials in the 17th century. Use our suggested activities, reading and video resources to discover the unique historic environment at Warkworth Castle and Hermitage and learn more about the story of the Percy family.
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In autumn 2021 a new play was performed at Porchester Castle that drew on the events of the Haitian Revolution. To accompany the production of ‘The Ancestors’, we examine the connections between Haiti and Portchester and a few of the key events and characters of the revolution.
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History of Beadlam Roman Villa
Lying on the east bank of the river Riccal, the Roman villa at Beadlam remained undiscovered until the 1960s. The villa’s buildings were uncovered in the 1960s and 1970s, together with a rich collection of domestic objects that reflect the site’s importance as a country residence.
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Stonehenge is a masterpiece of engineering. How did Neolithic people build it using only the simple tools and technologies available to them?