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The North of England

Filled with castles, picturesque abbeys and iconic monuments, here’s how you can make the most of your trip up north.

Hadrian's Wall

Epic adventures at the edge of an empire

Whitby Abbey

Sink your teeth into a great day out

Belsay Hall, Castle and Gardens

Explore the dramatic quarry garden

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Photo of two people silhouetted against the sun in the autumn gardens of Kenilworth Castle in Warwickshire

See History in a New Light

Autumn’s the perfect time to take a closer look at historic sites, with the colours of trees changing and the sun getting lower in the sky.

Whether you’re looking for autumnal days out, the perfect historical place to visit or beautiful gardens to enjoy a seasonal walk, there’s plenty to discover.

Plus, don't miss our fantastic events for Halloween and Diwali.

Plan your autumn days out
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Halloween

Gather your little monsters for a ghoulishly good day out this October half-term.

Join the Great Pumpkin Party as we celebrate the season with family activities and entertainment. There'll be interactive storytelling and spooky games, as well as a themed trail and a seasonal selfie spot around the site.

You can also take part in the daily fancy dress competition and you might just win a prize.

Included with general admission. Book early and save 15%. Members go free.

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5-star membership. Explore over 400 historic sites

Join today and enjoy unlimited historic days out across over 400 sites for the entire year and with free kids entry, there’s no better time to join and start making new memories all year round.

Plus your support for us as a charity means you're helping to protect heritage sites for generations to come.

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