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Charity’s conservation experts reveal 17th-century painting received a touch-up to its sitter’s features, including her lips and hair
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The Hidden Stories of Household Staff
The history of some of our grandest properties isn’t just about their owners – there are also the sometimes overlooked tales of the household staff who kept things running.
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Hadrian’s Wall Roman Fort given to the nation
A Roman fort on Hadrian’s Wall has joined Stonehenge, Dover Castle and Kenwood House in the National Heritage Collection following a generous gift by a Northumberland landowner. Now in the care of English Heritage, the Roman fort’s future is secure and its stories will soon be shared with visitors to the wall.
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A day in the life of English Heritage volunteers
Around 2000 people volunteer at our sites across the country. From gardening to giving guided tours to school parties, the volunteers keep our properties looking beautiful and are always on hand to answer questions.
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Luxury Interiors: 5 London Properties with a ‘Wow’ Factor
From gold plated bathrooms to dining rooms adorned with crystals, a visit to our London properties will give you a taste of “bling” across five centuries.
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Seven garden features that trick the senses
Gardens have always been designed to inspire surprise and wonder to their visitors. Discover some of the ways they play with perspectives as we explore some of our glorious gardens at English Heritage sites.
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From Dover Castle, to Stonehenge to Kenwood, 13 English Heritage sites will be serving the 18th-century treat this summer