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What's On

Feel great at our unmissable historic events taking place across the country this autumn.

Discover an inspiring new photography exhibition at Furness Abbey exploring the supernatural side of two iconic English Heritage sites.

Join us for a special Remembrance concert at Walmer Castle and Gardens to remember those who have served and sacrificed. 

And be sure to book your tickets for our magical Christmas events for festive fun for all the family.

Members enjoy free or discounted entry to events - join today to unlock a whole year of great days out.

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Photo by Amy - Newcastle College
© Photo by Amy - Newcastle College

Revenants and Remains at Furness Abbey

Discover an inspiring new photography exhibition at Furness Abbey created by students and artists who explored the supernatural side of two iconic English Heritage sites: Furness Abbey and Lanercost Priory.

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Remembrance Concert at Walmer Castle

Join us for a special Remembrance concert performed by the talented singers of TheatreWorks.

Comprising songs, readings and poems, this event offers an initmate opportunity to remember those who have served and sacrificed.

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Freedom and Photography at Portchester Castle

Join artists Eva Louisa Jonas and Maya Brasington for a unique photography workshop at historic Portchester Castle.

Explore the castle grounds while learning about the fascinating history of Black prisoners of war once held within its walls.

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Immersive Christmas experiences

Enter a world of storytelling and make-believe, as our sites brim with Christmas spirit this season.

Meet Father Christmas

Father Christmas has planned a series of special stops at sites around the country, as he prepares for the big day. This December, gather around the Christmas tree as he shares a festive story, receive a special gift to take home and make merry memories to treasure.

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Festive Fun Weekends

Wrap up warm and fill your weekends with Christmas cheer at our Festive Fun events. There’ll be a host of jolly entertainment for the whole family, from storytelling to toymaking, carols to Christmas crafts and more. 

Weekends at selected sites from 30 November until 22 December 

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Traditional wreath-making workshops

Get creative this Christmas and make your very own wreath to take home. Our gardening team will guide you through classic designs, using festive foliage and sprigs from English Heritage's gardens. Everything you need to create a wreath is provided for you – including tasty winter warmers!

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Million and More Appeal

More than 85% of our collections are protected within stores across the country, that's more than a million historic objects. Every piece in our collections tells a story about England's past and helps us to understand our present. We care for these objects to safeguard the stories that define who we are and to ensure they last for future generations. 

We urgently need your help to protect these stories and stop them being lost forever. 

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    If you're looking for rainy-day ideas, we have plenty of historic places in which the family can hide, play and enjoy a great day out, whatever the weather may have in store.

  • Become a member

    As an English Heritage member you can delve far deeper into our history. Join today to get unlimited access to the spectacular places where history really happened.