History

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Kent

Dover

Discover the lost history of Castle Hill: learn about Iron Age people, Roman building techniques and Saxon history spanning 500 years. Landscape archaeology reveals some of the past - from medieval times to the Second World War much has been lost, but we can tell the story.

This tour is graded as moderate access, as it involves climbing steep slopes and some stairs.

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Discover an intimate perspective on the history of Osborne through our winter guided tours of the house! 

Join us on selected days from 9 November through to 14 March this winter for an extraordinary journey through time as you step into the grandeur of Osborne, Queen Victoria and Prince Albert's beloved royal residence.  

During these special guided tours, you'll have the unique opportunity to delve deep into the stories and secrets of Osborne’s royal household. Uncover the hidden stories of this magnificent estate and gain insights into the roles that were essential for its prosperity. Our knowledgeable staff members, wearing what Thomas Newell, a former footman, and Mrs. Smith, a former housekeeper would have worn whilst they were servants at Osborne, are ready answer any questions you may have. 

Access to the house will be exclusively through guided tours on these days. We highly recommend reserving your spot in advance to secure your preferred time slot, as capacities are limited. 

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Top Tips: 

Please select the correct number of tickets based on the size of your party. 

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled tour time to allow time to get to the meeting point. 

If you choose not to select a specific tour time during booking, you'll be assigned to the next available tour upon arrival.

Please note that tours will not be available on our Festive Fun weekends in December, between Christmas Day and New Year, as well as during the February Half Term. The ground floor of the house will be open for free flow access during these dates.

Winter Guided Tours At Osborne

Join Curator of Collections Dr Kathryn Bedford for a peek behind the scenes at film projects at Dover Castle. Learn why English Heritage allows these projects to take place, the challenges they pose and the measures taken to protect the building and its artefacts in order to allow our fantastic heritage to appear on screen.

This talk is graded as moderate access as it will require navigating uneven floors and stairs.

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Join Historian Ian Morgan on a fascinating look at Bolsover Castle, paying special attention to the hidden mistakes and quirks that the builders and artists made while constructing the extravagant medieval-style retreat of Sir William Cavendish.

This event is graded as moderate access, as some parts of the tour may require climbing stairs.

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Discover the enchanting Little Castle with our staff-led guided tours this winter!

Join us every Wednesday, Thursday, and Friday at 11am and 1pm for an engaging exploration of the castle’s rich history and hidden gems.

Our knowledgeable guides are excited to share captivating stories and insights, ensuring an enriching experience for all visitors.

Additional tours may be offered during the week and on weekends, so keep an eye out for more opportunities to delve into the castle’s fascinating past!

Guided Tours Of Bolsover's Little Castle

Celebrate Women’s History Month at Wrest Park. Discover the important role women have played in Wrest Park’s history in a temporary display and volunteer-led talks.

The exhibition brings to life the women who made Wrest Park, including Jemima, Marchioness Grey who employed ‘Capability’ Brown to redevelop the gardens and Nan Herbert, the very last of the De Grey family women to live at Wrest Park and who ran the military hospital here in the First World War.

Learn more about the women who left a legacy that every visitor can still enjoy today.

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Join us for free talks on Sat 8 & Sun 9 March.

11.30am: The legacy of the ladies of Wrest

Discover the first 400 years of Wrest Park, from Emma de Cauz who brought it into the De Grey family in the 13th Century, through to Amabel the ‘Good Countess’ (for her concern for the poor) in the 17th century. Amabel and her daughter-in-law, Mary Lucas, were responsible for developing the estate.

2pm: Georgian heiress

An introduction to the life and times of Jemima, Marchioness Grey. Jemima wrote many letters during her time at Wrest Park which tell her story and the story of a woman in Georgian society. The talks will bring to life what it was like to live for a woman in the ‘Bridgerton’ era. Jemima was also responsible for bringing in ‘Capability’ Brown to Wrest Park.

Women At Wrest Park Exhibition

Start the weekend energised with a spot of Community Yoga amongst the backdrop of Marble Hill and it's surroundings! Community based event, meet on the Oval Lawn (Behind House towards River) at 8am.

Community Yoga

Have a look at our pop-up book shop and browse our collection! Bookshop is Setup at our Cafe Overflow from 11am.

2nd Hand Bookshop

To commemorate the massacre of the Jewish community of York at Clifford's Tower on 16 March 1190, join Dr Jeremy Ashbee for a tour of the site, focusing on the tragic events of the night and their context.

Please note that this tour and discussion will necessarily include descriptions of topics and historical events that may be upsetting. The price of this event has been limited to just cover the cost of refreshments.

This event is graded as moderate access, as site access is up 55 steps and then there are internal spiral stairs up to the roof deck.

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English Heritage

English Heritage cares for over 400 historic buildings, monuments and sites - from world-famous prehistoric sites to grand medieval castles, from Roman forts on the edges of the empire to a Cold War bunker. 

Through these, we bring the story of England to life for over 10 million people each year. 

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English Heritage

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