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Wrest Park's magnificent surrounding and rich history provides a great day out for schools.
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History of Shrewsbury Flaxmill Maltings
The main mill at Shrewbury Flaxmill Maltings is the world’s first iron-framed building and the ancestor of all iron- and steel-framed buildings. Discover the history of this internationally significant site.
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HISTORY OF DUNSTANBURGH CASTLE
Dunstanburgh Castle, now one of the most atmospheric and inspiring castles in England, was built in the 14th century by Thomas, Earl of Lancaster, and much modernised in the 1380s under John of Gaunt. It played a role as a Lancastrian stronghold in the Wars of the Roses.
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History of Lindsey St James’s Chapel
A brief history and description of Lindsey St James's Chapel, a medieval chapel built to serve nearby Lindsey Castle.
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Any study of Elizabethan and Stuart England would be greatly enhanced by a visit to Kirby Hall. Even though much is now ruined it was once at the forefront of architectural design and you can easily see how grand and impressive it once was. Interior spaces have been carefully restored to reflect 17th and 18th Century décor; the display area provides a fascinating array of objects reflecting the history of the house and gardens. Interactive displays will give your students a chance to get involved in this site.
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Featured Object: Medieval Chess Pieces
These were found at Rievaulx Abbey and are over 800 years old – but what were they used for? Susan Harrison, Curator at English Heritage explains.
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New Beginnings at Gainsborough Old Hall
English Heritage's revival of Gainsborough Old Hall will be further enhanced by a £222k grant from The National Lottery Heritage Fund.