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History of Hardknott Roman Fort
Built early in the reign of Emperor Hadrian (AD 117–38), Hardknott Fort guarded an important road that connected the Cumbrian coast with the heart of the Lake District. For centuries, its beautiful location and well-preserved remains have inspired wonder at the history of Roman Britain.
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Many of our historic places are located near beaches and beautiful coastlines, the perfect settings for when the sun is shining.
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Explore the gardens at Witley Court. Survivor of a devastating fire in the early 20th century, Witley's romantic gardens are full of delights. A spectacular lake, a vast fountain of Perseus and Andromeda, and colourful French parterre are just some of the highlights of what was one of the grandest estates in England.
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Immerse your class in the history of Brinkburn Priory, from its early 12th Century beginnings to its conversion to a manor house after the dissolution. The priory was re-roofed and restored in the 19th Century and is one of the best examples of early Gothic architecture in Northumberland.
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Register for the English Heritage Members' Area to create your own wish list, renew online, update your details, take a trip down memory lane with our photo gallery, and much more.
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Five fantasy castles and their real life counterparts
Castles have long been a cornerstone in the world of fantasy storytelling across literature, TV, film and gaming. While the fortresses described in fiction are often exaggerated, many have parallels with the elaborate style and tactical design of real castles.
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History of Royal Garrison Church, Portsmouth
From its origins as a hospital founded in about 1210–14 to provide shelter and relief for the poor and for travellers to stay, for over 800 years the Royal Garrison Church has had an evolving role within the Portsmouth community.
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Queen Victoria and Prince Albert spent many enjoyable hours at Osborne’s private beach with their family. Enjoy this special place for yourself on a visit to Osborne.
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Royal Cooking Lessons in the Swiss Cottage
Hidden in the woods at Osborne, the Swiss Cottage was the royal children’s private world, where they could play at being adults and learn the skills that Prince Albert believed would make them better rulers.
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Built in the late 14th century more as luxury residence than fortress, Donnington Castle was pressed into service in the English Civil War, when the Royalist garrison endured a 20-month siege.