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The History of the Vikings in England
Historian Thomas Williams tells the story of the Vikings in England and explains how they changed society.
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The History of the Vikings in England
Historian Thomas Williams tells the story of the Vikings in England and explains how they changed society.
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From stately halls to Roman walls, here are our top tips for group days out in the north of England.
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English Heritage Sites in Winter
The cold winter months can be a fantastic time to get outdoors and explore some of England's historic gems. This season brings snow, frost and fog to decorate our sites - which make for some breath-taking photos! We’ve collected some of our favourites onto this page.
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Many of our historic places are located near beaches and beautiful coastlines, the perfect settings for when the sun is shining.
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The majority of Anglo-Saxon buildings were constructed mainly using wood, so few are left standing. But the timber-building tradition left its mark on later stone-built churches.
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This Halloween, make your own paper lantern featuring the spooky silhouette of one of England's historic castles or abbeys. Print out one of our six templates and follow the instructions below to create yours. Then, take it along to one of our popular Halloween events for both kids and grown-ups.
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Between the end of Roman rule and the arrival of the Normans, the international networks into which England fitted fluctuated many times. From the 9th century links with Scandinavia were particularly strong.