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Explore Roman forts along Hadrian's Wall, discover medieval castles and awesome views over the Northumberland coast or head to a tranquil priory - English Heritage has lots to offer in the North East.
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Introduction to Early Medieval England
The six and a half centuries between the end of Roman rule and the Norman Conquest are among the most important in English history. But the period is also one of the most challenging to understand.
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Discover the best historic places in England to escape the crowds this winter
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Winter Opening for Education Visits
Many of our sites remain open for school visits through the winter season, from November to March, during term-time. Find out more about winter opening and book a visit to explore heritage all year round.
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What happened when the Vikings came to England?
The Vikings have an important part to play in the history of England, but who were these people, where did they come from and what happened when they arrived?
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The Anglo-Saxon period produced highly distinctive art of world-class significance, from the sumptuous metalwork of Sutton Hoo to the glorious illuminations of the Lindisfarne Gospels and the epic poem Beowulf.
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Organise a visit to one of our many sites in the north of England and let your pupils experience an unforgettable, curriculum-aligned trip.
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Although Christianity in Britain tends to be associated with the arrival of St Augustine’s mission to the English from Rome in 597, it had already taken root in Roman Britain in the 4th century.
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Living on the edge: England's coastal history
Senior Historian Paul Pattison explores the history of communities and fortifications on England's coastline.
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English Heritage introduces ‘hour of contemplation’ at its former monasteries
English Heritage is launching an ‘hour of contemplation’ at its monasteries in a month-long trial this autumn. From 22 September until 22 October 2021, English Heritage will be encouraging visitors to turn off notifications on their phones, finish up their conversations and enjoy the final hour of public access to its abbeys and priories in contemplative quiet, enabling them to experience these spiritual buildings as they were intended.