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Get historic cheese back on the menu this Christmas, says English Heritage
With shortages at supermarkets in the run-up to Christmas a growing possibility, English Heritage is calling for the return of historic cheese to the Christmas dining table. The charity is also encouraging the public to support local cheese makers, many of whom have been hard hit during the pandemic and are keeping history alive through the traditions of cheese making.
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Find out more about vacancies and types of roles available in our historic gardens.
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A history of Wellington Arch, one of London’s best-known landmarks, built in 1825–7 as one of a series of metropolitan improvements and moved to its present position in the 1880s
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A Canterbury Tale: The Bayeux Tapestry and St Augustine’s Abbey
St Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury has long been celebrated for its contribution to English Christianity. But the latest historical research suggests that it may also have been the birthplace of one of history's most famous artefacts.
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How to host a 1930s dinner party like the Courtaulds
The Courtaulds were known for their fancy - and somewhat unconventional - dinner parties at Eltham Palace. Follow our guide and learn how to host your own.
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MUSICIANS’ BLUE PLAQUES IN LONDON
Take an English Heritage tour of Musician's blue plaques in London.
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One of the most intriguing objects excavated at Launceston Castle is a large whale vertebra. What kind of whale was it from? How and why did it end up at Launceston? How can it be dated, and what can it tell us about the lifestyles of the castle’s royal owners and their guests?
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Learn about the best of English Heritage castles through the centuries and plan your visit.
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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*
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Discover the miracles and acts of devotion associated with the Holy Blood of Hailes, and find out how the rise and fall of the abbey was inextricably linked to its prized relic.