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Whitby Abbey, the imposing ruin overlooking the North Yorkshire coast, has re-opened to the public following a major £1.6 million re-interpretation project by English Heritage – including a new museum and new interpretation around the historic site.
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Hurst Castle provides a remote escape by the sea with plenty of things to do and see! Built by Henry VIII; one of the most advanced artillery fortresses in England.
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5 Things You Might Not Know About the History of Chocolate
How much do you know about the history of chocolate? From its origins as a savoury hot drink to its promotion as a 17th-century superfood, here are five things that might surprise you about this much-loved tempting treat...
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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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Whitby Abbey: History and Stories
Whitby Abbey was once the most important religious centre in the Anglo-Saxon world. Explore the history of its two monasteries and the stories and legends it has inspired.
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Why do we eat pancakes on pancake day?
Join Food Historian Sam Bilton as she explores the history of the celebration, and details an 18th century recipe for a kind of pancake pie for you to try at home – the ultimate Shrove Tuesday treat!
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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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Spring is in full swing and this time of year is perfect for getting out there and enjoying all that our historic places have to offer. Our popular St George’s Day events take place in April, featuring spectacular displays and activities inspired by every era from the Romans to the Victorians. Our historic gardens are also at their most beautiful from April, and we’ve got inspiration for great days out whatever the weather.
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Our historic sites offer something for everyone. Here we have gathered some of our favourite features, events and things to do to inspire your next visit.