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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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Ever feel like you need to escape the 21st century and get some headspace? The ruins of a great abbey or priory are the perfect place for reflection, contemplation or just a bit of peace and quiet.
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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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Uncover the ecclesiastical sites cared for by English Heritage that are open to pre-booked groups. We offer a discount to groups of 11 or more paying visitors.
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We asked on Facebook and Twitter for your favourite historic abbeys, priories and churches in England – and thousands of you responded. To help you plan your next visit, we've put together this list of the most popular ecclestiastical ruins.
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Last chance to vote for Heritage site of the year award
Stokesay Castle in Shropshire, Hadrian's Wall and Whitby have been nominated for the BBC Countryfile Magazine's Heritage Site of the Year Award. You have until January 31 to vote for your favourite.
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Significance of Rievaulx Abbey
Rievaulx Abbey was a major architectural influence on the medieval monastic church and, from the mid-18th century, of major significance in the Picturesque and Romantic movements
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The power and influence of the Catholic church reached its zenith in England in the Middle Ages. In the 14th century about one in 15 of all Englishmen were churchmen of some kind. Find out more about England’s monastic buildings and uncover the stories of those who lived and prayed in them.
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Ranger's House opens to the public with world-class art collection
Ranger's House in Greenwich has opened to the public following a re-presentation project by English Heritage.