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History of Christchurch Castle and Norman House
A brief history of Christchurch Castle and Norman House, one of the few surviving examples of Norman domestic architecture in England.
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A history of Goodrich Castle, one of the best-preserved medieval castles in England, which led a largely peaceful existence until it was besieged and captured by Parliamentarians during the Civil War of the 17th century.
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A brief history and description of Deddington Castle, built after the Norman Conquest and with extensive surviving earthworks.
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A brief history and description of St Leonard’s Tower, a well-preserved early Norman tower keep
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From Arthurian legends to secret Second World War tunnels, test your knowledge of the castles in our care with this just-for-fun quiz
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The Bayeux Tapestry gives us a keen insight into the weapons that were wielded in the Battle of Hastings.
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English Heritage introduces ‘hour of contemplation’ at its former monasteries
English Heritage is launching an ‘hour of contemplation’ at its monasteries in a month-long trial this autumn. From 22 September until 22 October 2021, English Heritage will be encouraging visitors to turn off notifications on their phones, finish up their conversations and enjoy the final hour of public access to its abbeys and priories in contemplative quiet, enabling them to experience these spiritual buildings as they were intended.