In light of the latest government advice surrounding the COVID-19 outbreak and the necessity for social distancing and isolation we have been made aware that some of our heritage attractions have taken the decision to close.
The Auckland Project has launched a campaign to reinstate the western section of the historic Stockton to Darlington Railway, which will celebrate its 200th anniversary as the first passenger service in 2025.
There’s always plenty to see in the British countryside, but this time of year can be particularly exciting. In this article, Kathryn Eccles from country store Millbry Hill offers her tips for what to spot on your travels this spring.
Magnificent Alnwick Castle in Northumberland, famous for its starring role as Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry in the Harry Potter films, is urgently looking for former Newcastle Church High School girls who were evacuated there between 1940 – 1945.
From Roman and Viking invasions to shipbuilding and coal mining industries, the North East has a lot of history just waiting to be explored. Jen Rea, from Visit North East England, shares her top places to stop along your historical trail.
A major reason for building a country house has always been as a place to show off art. The art of collecting is still very much alive and Britain’s historic houses are some of the best places to see contemporary art in context. Visit Heritage asked a few renowned collectors to explain what they do and pick out a favourite piece.
Children aged 5 to 13 years are invited to take part in Leeds Castle's BIG Story Writing Challenge by writing an original fictional story of no more than 900 words.
In the perfect finale to the Castle’s 900th anniversary year, a star-studded cast recently visited Leeds Castle to film part of the Strictly Come Dancing Christmas Special, which will be aired on BBC One Christmas Day at 4.40pm.
Come and enjoy a traditional Christmas at Mannington Estate. This year Mannington is hosting the Christmas Fairy with her Elf helper. They will be hiding in a special corner of the hall which is not normally open to visitors.
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