What's On
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What's On

Get ready for one extraordinary summer.

There are hundreds of events taking place across England this summer. Experience the thunder of hooves or clash of swords at our Legendary Jousts, Knights’ Tournaments and Clash of Knights. Witness live-action clashes of Roman soldiers and swashbuckling pirates, or travel back in time to the Middle Ages. Children will love our Summer Explorer Quests too.

Members enjoy unlimited access to hundreds of historic places, as well as free or discounted entry to events. Join between 1 July and 31 August from £51.75 a year.*

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Legendary Summer 2023

Experience legendary drama at one of our blockbuster historical events taking place across the country this summer.

Witness live-action clashes of brave Roman soldiers, gallant Medieval knights, jousters and swashbuckling pirates who sailed the English seas. It's a summer of legends with something for everyone at our historic places around the country.

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Summer Days Out

Extraordinary summer days out are waiting across the country – from glorious Victorian gardens to remote Roman forts, and from mighty medieval castles to grand country houses. There’s never been a better time to plan your summer adventure and bring your imagination to life.

Extraordinary summer days out

Summer Explorer Quests

From 22 July - 3 September, take your family on a fun adventure with a historical twist. Follow the quest through the grounds or gardens of our historical sites to become the ultimate adventurer.

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TOM FOOL

See our fool-in-residence at the following events across the country this summer and experience mania on stilts, the danger of a catapult and foolishness with fire.

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Members' events

English Heritage Members can browse and book our upcoming exclusive Members' Events, from the behind-the-scene tours of our sites to blue plaque walks around London. 

You can also book our Members' Lectures and rewatch virtual events from our Members' Weeks.

Sign up today as a Member between 1 July and 31 August, and save 25%. Enjoy a whole magical year from £51.75*.

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Historic gardens in summer

This summer, immerse yourself in sights, sounds and scents that have been enjoyed for hundreds of years. Admire sweeping parklands and pretty parterres designed by landscape experts of the past. Navigate shady woodlands, relax with glistening water features and enjoy the outdoor spaces that charmed kings and queens.

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MORE TO EXPLORE

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    This July, we’re gearing up for an extraordinary summer. Bring your imagination to life with inspiring places and allow yourself to be transported back in time with our summer of spectacular events.

  • Dog-friendly days out

    We love dogs as much as you do, so there's no reason to leave your furry friend at home. We've got lots of options for dog-friendly days out at our castles, abbeys and historic gardens.

  • Become a member

    As an English Heritage Member you can delve far deeper into our history. Join between 1 July and 31 August from £51.75* to get unlimited access to the places where history really happened.

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