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Members' Lecture: A merry monastic Christmas
Drawing on evidence from monasteries including Battle, Rievaulx and Whitby, this lecture by Senior Properties Historian Dr Michael Carter (originally aired on 13 December 2022) reveals when the medieval Christmas started, how long it lasted, what it meant for the daily routines of the monks and nuns, and how it was an excuse for feasting, singing carols, hospitality, gift-giving and ruinous expense!
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Tintagel Castle – The Dig Diary
Archaeologists have returned to Tintagel for a five-week excavation on the clifftop. Follow their progress, as told through social media and news stories.
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Whether you're planning an education visit to one of our sites, or have already got your booking sorted and need to make an change or cancellation, here you will find all you need to know about bookings for education groups.
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Facts and FAQs about Tintagel Castle
Discover some fascinating and insightful facts about Tintagel Castle in Cornwall, from its history to what it’s like to visit today. Get answers about Tintagel's legendary history as well as access and visiting tips with English Heritage.
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Collections Explored: Wallpaper in The Architectural Studies Collection
We often say 'if walls could talk' but wallpaper can sometimes tell more stories than you'd think. Rose Arkle explains why we collect and conserve it.
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Stamford Bridge: The Other Battle of 1066
Before the Battle of Hastings there was another pivotal power struggle in 1066: the Battle of Stamford Bridge. English Heritage's Katy Carter investigates.
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In this article we’re focusing on eye makeup with three iconic periods. We’ll take a look at how the products and practices used over the centuries can provide telling insights about our social history and the evolution of modern makeup.
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Art Installation at Housesteads
In 2022, an art installation on the site of the original gatehouse was created as part of Hadrian’s Wall 1900th anniversary celebrations.
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Bridgerton: The history behind the hit show
Bridgerton has undoubtedly brought a sense of renewed interest when it comes to the Georgian period. An era of great social, political and cultural change but was it anything like the regency world that Netflix has created?