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England’s castles are theatres of history. During the medieval period they set the stage for political dramas, wartime stand-offs and family feuds. Once symbols of power and prestige, they now stand as monuments to hundreds of years of history. Discover the stories held within the walls of England’s greatest fortifications and learn about the rise and fall of the medieval castle.
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Winter Opening for Education Visits
Many of our sites remain open for school visits through the winter season, from November to March, during term-time. Find out more about winter opening and book a visit to explore heritage all year round.
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The four centuries between William of Normandy’s victory over King Harold at the Battle of Hastings in 1066 and Richard III’s defeat at Bosworth in 1485 witnessed great changes in England – including in culture, religion, language and architecture.
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Barnard Castle has sat on a dramatic site above the river Tees since the late 11th century. From 1471 to 1485 it belonged to the Duke of Gloucester, later Richard III. After a fierce siege in 1569, the castle went into steep decline and it was effectively abandoned by the early 17th century.
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Book a free self-led visit to Brougham Castle and organise your day to suit your curriculum objectives. Explore the castle that served both as a barrier against Scottish invaders and was later a private residence of Lady Anne Clifford. Don’t miss the unusual double gatehouse and the impressive ‘Tower of League’. The site can also act as a fantastic stimulus for art, photography or a creative writing focus with its stunning setting beside the River Eamont crossing.
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On the eve of the Battle of Hastings anniversary and the annual re-enactment of that battle, a new English Heritage podcast reveals that the person who directed the very first re-enactment in 1932 was the country’s first self-proclaimed female pageant master and someone who subverted the gender norms of the inter-war years.
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Penrith Castle was begun at the end of the 14th century by Ralph Neville, who played a key role in defending this area against the Scots.
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The ruined hall and chamber of a fortified manor house of the powerful Percy family, dating mainly from the 14th and 15th centuries. Its undercroft is cut into a rocky outcrop.
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Ready for more? Round three of The Biggest Quiz in History* features questions about Queen Victoria and Albert, the First and Second World Wars and even anagrams of some of your favourite English Heritage sites... get those thinking caps on!
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The Biggest Quiz in History – Round 3
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 three of The Biggest Quiz in History*