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Our lead historican, Dr Andrew Hann, has worked with the genealogists at Findmypast to uncover more of Auberon Herbert's story.
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Is this 1875 photograph the earliest Stonehenge family snap?
An 1875 photograph believed to be the earliest family photograph taken at Stonehenge will go on public display for the first time today (12 December) as part of a new exhibition. The photo was sent to English Heritage by the descendants of Isabel, Maud and Robert Routh, who are pictured in a horse and carriage enjoying a day out at the stones. English Heritage is asking for people to get in touch if they know of an earlier family snap at Stonehenge.
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Untold Heritage: Young Photographers Initiative Launched
Young people are invited to share images of forgotten or overlooked heritage and join expert-led photography workshops as part of a new initiative by by English Heritage and Photoworks.
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With so much to see and do, a trip to Belsay is one of the best value family days out in north-east England. Explore the medieval castle, the Grecian inspired Hall and acres of impressive gardens.
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Autumn may be just around the corner, but summer still has plenty to give at our historic places throughout September. Our programme of events is in full swing, with something for all ages wherever you are in England. Plus there’s guides to summer walks, a chance to build the ultimate castle in Minecraft and much more.
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Six Legendary Adventures This Summer
This summer, seek out adventure at England's historic places. Here's our pick of six extraordinary days out that will thrill the whole family — one a week throughout the summer holiday.
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FEASTS THROUGH HISTORY: GAINSBOROUGH OLD HALL, LINCOLNSHIRE
In the last of our four-part foodie series, senior historian Dr Nick Holder reveals the story of this late medieval manor house and the feasts fit for royalty that were prepared in its kitchens
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In autumn 2021 a new play was performed at Porchester Castle that drew on the events of the Haitian Revolution. To accompany the production of ‘The Ancestors’, we examine the connections between Haiti and Portchester and a few of the key events and characters of the revolution.
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How Bram Stoker’s visit to the harbour town of Whitby on the Yorkshire coast in 1890 provided him with atmospheric locations for a Gothic novel – and a name for his famous vampire.
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13 Things The Romans Did For Us
From the obvious (architecture and hygiene) to the more unusual (fast food and advertising) the Romans have left their mark across the country.