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We took part in National Lottery Open Week again in 2025 to say a huge thank-you to National Lottery players everywhere for your support.
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Top 9 things to do this Halloween
Halloween is almost here, and our historic places across the country are preparing for some spooktacular spectacles and fearsome nights of frights. From terrifying ghost tours to crafts and activities for the kids, here’s a few of the ways in which you can get involved with English Heritage this Halloween, wherever you are.
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The flint-walled 13th-century chapel and hall of a 'Commandery' of Knights Hospitallers, later converted into a farmhouse.
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Halloween Half-Term Fancy Dress Competition T&Cs
Halloween Half-Term Fancy Dress Competition T&Cs
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Get inspired for the perfect group day out at English Heritage. Craft your perfect group itinerary from our helpful list of suggestions.
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This year we’re marking 80 years since the incredible rescue of more than 330,000 British and Allied troops from Dunkirk, coordinated from Royal Navy headquarters deep under Dover Castle in May 1940. Test your knowledge of the First and Second World Wars with our 20-question quiz.
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Top 10 Summer Events which Bring History to Life
Lucy Hutchings, Head of Events at English Heritage, chooses her top 10 summer events that bring history to life.
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This Halloween, make your own paper lantern featuring the spooky silhouette of one of England's historic castles or abbeys. Print out one of our six templates and follow the instructions below to create yours. Then, take it along to one of our popular Halloween events for both kids and grown-ups.
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Friday 8 May 2020 marks 75 years since Nazi Germany's formal surrender at the end of the Second World War. On VE (Victory in Europe) Day in 1945, millions took to the streets to celebrate peace after years of devastating war. As an official partner of VE Day 75, join us in exploring some of the remarkable stories from this chapter in England's story.
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Stay where kings and queens have visited, owned, and were even held prisoner at our historic sites. Many sites in our care were former homes to some of England's most famous kings and queens. Take a look at some of our holiday cottages with royal connections.