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Hidden History Makers: Forgotten Figures in England’s Story
Many of the great history-makers of England’s past are very familiar indeed – David-Beckham-familiar, even. There is a continuous chain of famous names stretching back into the fringes of Prehistory, which defines our perceptions of what history is; a gallery of faces, from King Harold (with an arrow in his eye) to Elizabeth I, Oliver Cromwell (warts and all) to Winston Churchill.
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Scroll down to find out more about the answers you gave in our 1066 quiz
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Reimagining Corbridge Roman Town
This year we invested £575,000 to revitalise Corbridge Roman Town and museum, supported by a generous grant from The Linbury Trust. See our world class collection, including the renowned Corbridge Hoard, exhibited in a new-look museum with previously unseen artefacts on display.
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10 Things to Do with Wooden Bobbins
Stott Park is one of the dozens of bobbin mills which once thrived in the Lake District. Here are 10 of our favourite things to do with a wooden bobbin.
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Prince Albert’s Parenting Tips
What tips would Prince Albert give to 21st century dads this Father's Day? The Swiss Cottage at Osborne holds clues to the Prince's approach to parenting.
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Places to visit in the East Midlands
Bring learning to life and let your pupils step into history at our sites in the East Midlands. Prepare a feast fit for Henry VIII at Gainsborough Old Hall or walk in the footsteps of Charles I at Bolsover Castle.
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From the city of York to the Dales to the coast, across the whole county you can find impressive castles, ruined abbeys and more to explore. We’ve compiled some of our favourite days out across North Yorkshire. Take a look.
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Placements are an opportunity to gain practical, hands-on experience working with our collections
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Our specially equipped van will travel to many of our sites from May to October 2021, providing a host of hands-on conservation workshops for all ages. They'll give you an insight into how we look after our heritage while doing something fun and creative.