The remains of a Roman burial site at Birdoswald were the first of their kind along Hadrian’s Wall to be excavated using modern scientific techniques. As part of the newly opened exhibition at Birdoswald, experts from English Heritage and Historic England have analysed the finds for the first time...
Since the reign of Queen Victoria there has been something that ties most English royal weddings together - and we're not talking about a white dress or a handsome groom. Myrtle, a delicate white flower that grows at Osborne, has been the flower of choice for royal brides since t...
With two bank holiday weekends and the half term break this month, we've got lots of historical inspiration for all ages. Our historic gardens are transforming as spring comes to a close and the summer season begins. We're also continuing our celebration of Stonehenge being gifted to the nation, and...
Throughout the country we face a battle against an almost invisible enemy, our weapons a vacuum cleaner, magnifying glass and sticky traps. That’s right, the bugs are coming - and if we’re not vigilant, they could eat our collections…
English Heritage staff caring for historic collections t...
Step back in time and explore thousands of years of history at Wrest Park's St George's Festival (21-22 April). Celebrating 20 years in 2018, it's the biggest St George's Day event in the country.
You'll watch the lance-splintering action of live jousts, meet Roman soldiers and Victorian royalt...
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