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Charles Darwin's bedroom recreated at Down House

Dress up in period costume, sit on Victorian furniture and discover Darwin's personal life with new hands-on interpretation at Down House in Kent.

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Kids choose 10 key moments in history

The Battle of Hastings, V-E Day and the invention of the World Wide Web were all chosen as key moments in history. Best-selling children's author and illustrator Liz Pichon will bring the top moments to life through a 21st Century Bayeux Tapestry and nationwide competition.

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With 1700 years of history, Portchester Castle covers everything from the Romans, to medieval kings all the way to the Napoleonic Wars.

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300 mile March to mark Battle of Hastings anniversary

Re-enactors will cover the historic journey from York to Battle over three weeks

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Birdoswald Roman Fort is the perfect place for a school visit, you can explore the extensive remains of the Roman Fort and the longest remaining stretch of this World Heritage Site.

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HOLLYWOOD STAR AVA GARDNER HONOURED WITH BLUE PLAQUE

Plaque to legendary femme fatale brings The Blue Plaque Scheme's 150th anniversary year to a close.

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School Visits. Bring the curriculum to life and inspire your students with a visit to Scarborough Castle.

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School Visits

Come and explore the fascinating history of Carlisle Castle, from its Roman beginnings and bloody medieval sieges to its time as a Jacobite garrison.

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Wrest Park's magnificent surrounding and rich history provides a great day out for schools.

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150 anniversary: New Blue Plaques announced for 2016

Tommy Cooper, Elizabeth David and Bobby Moore among those being commemorated this year Weekend of walking tours planned for 7-8 May 2016