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Step into England’s past this September
As the weather cools and a new season begins, experience spectacular colours in historic gardens, roam around peaceful ruins and discover the lives of people from the past.
From iconic stone circles and mighty medieval castles to royal palaces and Roman forts, there’s so much to see and do
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Join today and enjoy unlimited historic days out across over 400 sites for the entire year, with free entry for kids. There’s no better time to join and start making new memories all year round.
History in a new light
Autumn’s the perfect time to take a closer look at historic sites, with the colours of trees changing and the sun getting lower in the sky.
Find an event near you
Step back in time at the Battle of Hastings Weekend, held on the very spot where King Harold and Duke William fought in 1066, and get up close to the action. Or, for a more relaxing Sunday, sit back and enjoy an afternoon of live music. There’s something for everyone.
Halloween
Find ghoulishly great-value days out at our Halloween events taking place across the country.
Gather your little monsters for frightening fun at our Halloween half-term events. And join us at Whitby Abbey to see the breathtaking gothic ruins bathed in dramatic, glowing illuminations.
Plan your half-term
Learning and schools
Inspire the next generation with unique and memorable experiences. From the Stone Age to the Cold War, discover any of our 400 properties and let your students stand at the places where history happened.
There are loads of learning opportunities available, from online resources to expert-led visits and free self-led visits.
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2 September 2026
Rievaulx Abbey to play host to Bayeux Tapestry spotlight loan
Three Victorian hand-painted plaster casts of details from the Bayeux Tapestry will go on display at English Heritage’s Rievaulx Abbey in March 2027.
31 August 2026
Facial reconstruction reveals Conquest Man
New research into 1,000-year-old skeleton unveils the human story behind the Norman Conquest and sheds new light on our understanding of the period.
4 August 2026
English Heritage appoints V&A Deputy Director and COO as its new Chief Executive
English Heritage has appointed Tim Reeve CBE as its new Chief Executive.