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Discover an inspiring new photography exhibition at Furness Abbey, created by students and artists who explored the supernatural side of two iconic English Heritage sites.

Through workshops led by artist Sarah Sparkes and experts in Gothic and historical studies, students from Furness College and Newcastle College captured the eerie beauty of Furness Abbey and Lanercost Priory.

Now, their haunting, atmospheric photographs are on display within the abbey’s ancient ruins. Funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council, this exhibition highlights the creativity sparked by history and the supernatural.

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Photo above taken by Libby F, Furness College

Revenants And Remains At Furness Abbey

Bring the family and meet Charles and Emma Darwin, who will tell stories of family life at Down House.

Hear about Charles’ experiments and learn what life was like during the cold winter months. As part of this event, you and your family will follow in the footsteps of George Darwin, who as a young boy was very interested in heraldry. After hearing about life at Down, you will be invited to design your own shield for the Darwin family and fill it with images inspired by what you’ve heard, Darwin’s experiments and the plants and minibeasts that can be found in the garden.

This event takes place on the first floor of the house. This floor is accessible via stairs that have handrails and a lift that is wheelchair-accessible.

This is a family tour aimed at children, who must all be accompanied by an adult.

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Members' Event:

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

Go deep underground at Dover Castle and discover the Dumpy level on a special guided tunnel tour.

In the early 1960s the government selected Dover Castle as one of 12 Regional Seats of Government, to be occupied in the event of nuclear war. The heart of this was in Dumpy level and the tour presents an ideal opportunity to view the tunnels as they were when the Government abandoned them in the late 1980s.

Please note the tour is not suitable for under 18s. The tunnels contain uneven surfaces and some trip hazards – please wear appropriate shoes.

During a fire evacuation or other emergency, the lift to Dumpy cannot be used. In this case, visitors would need to climb 80 steps unaided to leave the tunnels. Unfortunately, it is not possible to accept bookings from visitors unable to climb these 80 steps unaided.

The tour is not recommended for anyone with chronic asthma, serious respiratory problems or a fear of enclosed spaces. You will be asked to sign a form to accept these recommendations and restrictions before the tour.

Please arrive at least 15 minutes before the time of the tour. You will also need a valid Dover Castle ticket in order to join the tour.

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Dumpy Level Tunnel Tour

Bring the family and meet Charles and Emma Darwin, who will tell stories of family life at Down House.

Hear about Charles’ experiments and learn what life was like during the cold winter months. As part of this event, you and your family will follow in the footsteps of George Darwin, who as a young boy was very interested in heraldry. After hearing about life at Down, you will be invited to design your own shield for the Darwin family and fill it with images inspired by what you’ve heard, Darwin’s experiments and the plants and minibeasts that can be found in the garden.

This event takes place on the first floor of the house. This floor is accessible via stairs that have handrails and a lift that is wheelchair-accessible.

Celebrate and learn about a Tudor Christmas at Eltham Palace with Henry VIII. Hear about what a young Henry VIII may have enjoyed at Eltham Palace around Christmas and enjoy the soundscape of a Tudor Christmas while having the chance to dance with a king.

This is event is graded as easy access.

Join Senior Properties Historian Dr Michael Carter at Rievaulx Abbey on the feast of St Aelred. Learn about the saint's extraordinary life and how he left his imprint on the buildings of the monastery, where he served as abbot between 1147-67. Hear tales of other saints associated with the monastery and prepare yourself for stories of miraculous cures and visions.

This tour is graded as moderate access due to uneven terrain.

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Join us for an exclusive tour of Carisbrooke Castle when it is closed to the public. This unique experience will guide you through some of Carisbrooke's key highlights, offering insights into its rich history and stunning architecture. After the guided tour, you will have the opportunity to explore the castle at your own leisure, taking in its beauty and charm at your own pace.

This event is graded as moderate access due to the length of the tour and limited stopping locations.

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Gain a fascinating insight into the field of numismatics (the study of coins and money) with English Heritage Curator of Collections and Interiors Dr Ian Leins.

In this workshop explore a selection of coins, learn how to identify coins from different periods and uncover the work that goes into maintaining and conserving our collection.

This event has moderate access. It will take place in a working warehouse and there is uneven ground, different gradients and steps. The tour is not recommended for people with limited mobility.

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Join us on an exclusive tour of Constable's Tower at Dover Castle. Our expert guide will take you through the doors of an area that usually does not allow access to visitors. Be one of the few to learn the secrets and history of this building up close!

This tour is graded as moderate access, as it includes climbing a large number of stairs.

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Join Christina Pascoe, English Heritage's National Venue Hire Manager, for a peek behind the scenes at film projects at Eltham Palace. From The Crown to Wonka and Brideshead Revisited, 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 stairs.

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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. 

Revenants And Remains At Furness Abbey

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