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Feel great at our unmissable historic events taking place this spring.
Commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day at three Second World War themed events across the country.
Celebrate the month of May with our Medieval May event at Gainsborough Old Hall and Mayfest at Richmond Castle.
And English Heritage members can enjoy exclusive free events during Members' Week - join today to unlock a whole year of great days out!
Brodsworth Gardens Tour
Meet the gardening team in the early evening when the site is closed to the public and get an insight into how they develop and enhance these wonderful spaces.
Book nowMedieval May at Gainsborough Old Hall
Our month-long festival offers something for everyone, whether you’re a history buff, a lover of dance or simply looking for a day of adventure.
Find out moreArchaeology Store Tours
Join us for behind-the-scenes tours of our Archaeology Stores at Helmsley and Wrest Park.
Guided by members of the collections team, these tours will explore how we look after and care for our collections and highlight some of our favourite finds.
Landscape walk at Marble Hill
Enjoy a landscape walk led by our knowledgeable volunteer! Learn more about how Marble Hill's historic landscape has changed over time.
Find out moreCommemorate VE Day
This year is the 80th anniversary of VE (Victory in Europe) Day, which marked the end of the Second World War.
Join us for family-friendly events taking place at Bolsover Castle (3 May), Walmer Castle and Gardens (8 May) and Dover Castle (14 - 15 May) to celebrate this special anniversary.
Members' Week 2025
Between 3 and 11 May 2025, English Heritage members can enjoy exclusive free events across the country. Book now to avoid disappointment!
Members' Week is supported by Riviera Travel.
Find out moreMayfest at Richmond Castle
Join us for an unforgettable weekend of fun and festivities, with a vibrant mix of music, dance, drama and hands-on activities.
Try on medieval armour, enjoy daily archery and combat displays and unleash your inner performer at our circus-skills workshop!
Find out moreBSL tour of Stonehenge
Join our experienced Deaf guide and historian John Wilson for a British Sign Language (BSL) tour of Stonehenge.
The tour will cover the history of this unique monument, including theories as to how the stones were brought to Salisbury Plain, where the stones originated from and the latest research.
Book your ticketsHeiress exhibition at Kenwood
Experience the power and glamour of John Singer Sargent’s portraits in Kenwood's new exhibition: Heiress: Sargent’s American Portraits.
The exhibition will reveal the real stories behind the fascinating American women who crossed the Atlantic to marry British aristocrats in an exchange of money for titles.
Book your ticketsMillion 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.
Donate todayMORE TO EXPLORE
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Top 5 things to do in April
This April, we’ve got plenty of ideas to inspire your visits. Go on an egg-cellent adventure, enjoy weather-proof days out and discover the real-life story behind England’s patron saint.
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Family days out
Looking for somewhere where you and the family can get together and create memories? Our special historic places are full of heart-warming adventures for adults and children alike.
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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.