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Eltham Palace and Gardens - Family Property Guide
Combining medieval hall with vast 1930s mansion, there's lots for kids to explore at Eltham Palace. Discover the Map Room where the couple planned their extensive global travels, and keep your eyes peeled for Mah-Jongg the resident lemur. With countless rooms, expansive gardens and a unique travel-themed play area to enjoy, Eltham is a treasure trove of fun and discovery just a stone's throw from central London.
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Goodrich Castle: History and Stories
Discover the history of Goodrich Castle, one of the finest and best preserved of all medieval English castles.
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The Biggest Quiz in History – Round Two
Fancy yourself as a bit of an expert on British history trivia? Or are you hoping to brush up on your knowledge for the family Zoom quiz? Have a go at round two of The Biggest Quiz in History*
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How to Create a Landscape Garden like Capability Brown
Capability Brown revolutionised English garden and landscape design in the 18th century. Here’s our guide to what you'll need in order to transform your garden in line with his visions.
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For round two of the The Biggest Quiz in History* we'll test your knowledge with 25 questions about sieges, blue plaques, abbeys, kings and queens and much more.
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Every September, free to access events are organised across England to celebrate our heritage and history through Heritage Open Days.
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A Canterbury Tale: The Bayeux Tapestry and St Augustine’s Abbey
St Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury has long been celebrated for its contribution to English Christianity. But the latest historical research suggests that it may also have been the birthplace of one of history's most famous artefacts.
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Where Mark Haddon found his ‘ghosts’ at the York Cold War Bunker
Acclaimed writer Mark Haddon knows what makes a good ghost story. But for the BAFTA winner and author of the best-selling Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, it’s not all about things that go bump in the night.
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Battle Abbey and Battlefield: History and Stories
The Battle of Hastings, fought on 14 October 1066, is one of the best-known events in England’s history, when William of Normandy defeated the army of King Harold of England.