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Police are asking the public to help with a crackdown on damage to historic sites and monuments following an uptake in heritage crime.

Experts have said they have now solved the mystery behind a historically important prayer book, which they have now linked to Thomas Cromwell.

Home to the best preserved copy of only four surviving Magna Carta documents, which was created in 1215, Salisbury Cathedral will be celebrating 808 years since the Charter was sealed on its anniversary on 15^th June.

Staff and volunteers gathered together to celebrate the first anniversary of the Bath World Heritage Centre in York Street.

According to TripAdvisor’s Seasonal Travel Index, which provides insights into people’s travel plans for this summer.

Three sections of a large Roman wall discovered under the City of London have been given protected status as scheduled national monuments. The wall is believed to have been built in the 3^rd Century along the River Thames and connected to the city’s landward fortifications, large sections of which still exist today.

The magnificent Thirlestane Castle, Lauder, is delighted to be opening its doors once again, with tours running from the 2nd of May to October 2023. Nestled within the beautiful landscape of the Scottish Borders, Thirlestane is one of the oldest and finest castles in Scotland.

Big 7 Travel has revealed the results of their most recent survey which lists the 50^th most beautiful places across the UK. The top spot was awarded to the Isle of Skye in Scotland, with Snowdownia National Park coming in second and then the Lake District in third.

The Department for Culture, Media and Sport has published its regular list of sites to be included in the list of UNESCO World Heitage sites. Seven new sites in the UK have received government backing to win World Heritage status and if successful, they will join the other 33 sites across Great Britain.

Celebrate the 100^th anniversary of Temple Newsam coming into public ownership with Outside In, a new event featuring three incredible artists and unique works that highlight some of the most recognisable features of Temple Newsam House.

According to the Association of Leading Visitor Attractions, visitor numbers to the UK’s most popular attractions have increased and many attractions include heritage buildings.

This spring one of the world’s most celebrated artists Sean Scully will take over the grounds and historic interiors of Houghton Hall in Norfolk for an exhibition that will showcase the full range of the artist’s sculpture. In the Hall and Contemporary Gallery, the artist will also show a significant group of paintings and works on paper. Sean Scully at Houghton Hall - Smaller Than The Sky will open on 23 April 2023 and run until 29 October.