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Discovery Visits at Beeston Castle
Beeston was once the home of prehistoric settlers whose earthwork defences were adapted by medieval castle-builders during the construction of “The Castle of the Rock”. The inner bailey of this fortress commands views over eight counties, a constant reminder to those living in its shadow of the power of the Lordship. Beautiful woodlands, caves and wildlife trails to explore.
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Amy Gentry was a pioneer of women’s rowing. She is recognised by a plaque at 29 Thornton Road, East Sheen.
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Pianist and entertainer Winifred Atwell was known for being the first Black artist in the UK to sell a million records and to have a number one single. She is recognised by a plaque at her former home, 18 Bourdon Street, Mayfair.
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Belsay Hall: The Secret Gardens of Northumberland
Discover how a secret Mediterranean-inspired idyll thrives in the gardens at Belsay Hall in Northumberland with Head Gardener Sarah Jo Harrigan.
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Conscientious Objectors: How the Richmond 16 pioneered our right to choose
Kevin Booth, explores how the actions of conscientious objectors during the First World War shaped our right to choice and conscience.
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English Heritage used national crowdsourcing to research numbers of clothes moths, with members of the public submitting data. Numbers were proven to be rising - and English Heritage has advice about what to do to avoid clothes moths at home.
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Blue plaque commemorating Mass-Observation, the pioneering social research organisation, at the former headquarters at 6 Grotes Buildings, Blackheath.
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Blue plaque commemorating Mass-Observation, the pioneering social research organisation, at the former headquarters at 6 Grotes Buildings, Blackheath.