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English Heritage adds King Charles III to iconic royal ruler
English Heritage has today revealed its brand new ‘Rulers of England’ ruler. The iconic wooden ruler, a staple of all schoolchildren which lists and dates all the Kings and Queens of England, has now been updated to include King Charles III.
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Find out how to book your next group day out to Clifford's Tower. We offer a discount to groups of 11 or more paying visitors.
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Castle Acre Castle and Bailey Gate
The delightful village of Castle Acre boasts an extraordinary wealth of history and is a very rare and complete survival of a Norman planned settlement.
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History of Lydford Castle and Saxon Town
A brief history and description of Lydford Castle and Saxon Town, whose importance in Saxon and medieval times has left its legacy in the street layout and two castles
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This fascinating building houses a fabulous collection of burials dating from Saxon to Victorian times. The building itself has a Saxon tower and was expanded during the Norman and Medieval periods. You can trace the outline of the development from inside, with previous wall and roof levels being clearly visible. A visit here would help bring both history and science topics to life for most Key stages.
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A Canterbury Tale: The Bayeux Tapestry and St Augustine’s Abbey
St Augustine's Abbey in Canterbury has long been celebrated for its contribution to English Christianity. But the latest historical research suggests that it may also have been the birthplace of one of history's most famous artefacts.
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Top 5 Things To Do in December
This December, we’ve got plenty of ideas to help inspire your visits. Go on a walk through history, try traditional Victorian crafts, and join us for a month full of festive events. Read on to discover fascinating history, unmissable events and captivating places.
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Chester Castle: Agricola Tower and Castle Walls
The original gateway to Chester Castle, this 12th-century tower houses a chapel with exceptionally fine wall-paintings of c. 1220, rediscovered in the 1980s.
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The fascinating story of Clifford's Tower will finally be told thanks to a major investment by English Heritage into this York landmark.
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A history of Conisbrough Castle, begun in the 11th century after the Norman Conquest and one of South Yorkshire’s most striking landmarks.