English Heritage Members' Magazine
Discover highlights from the July 2016 issue of our Members' Magazine and delve deeper into the story with photo galleries, behind-the-scenes videos and more.
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PREPARE FOR BATTLE
With a host of new attractions and an impressive battle re-enactment planned, the 1066 Battle of Hastings, Abbey and Battlefield has something for everyone this summer.
Find out more about the new Gatehouse opening and exhibition, and discover the history of the Battle of Hastings in our animated timeline video.
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MEET THE EXPERT: ROWAN BLAIK
Not only does horticulturalist Rowan Blaik keep the gardens of Charles Darwin's family home in pristine order, he’s also keen on recreating the scientist's botanical experiments.
Find out how Rowan's career in horticulture began and why he loves working at Down House – plus, take a look behind the scenes as Rowan cares for the beautiful, diverse gardens in our exclusive video.
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THE HERITAGE QUIZ
1. Who did the English defeat at the battle of Flodden in 1513?
2. Nicholas Breakspear is the only Englishman to have held which position?
3. Which British scientist came up with the phrase ‘standing on the shoulders
of giants’, which inspired the title of an album by the British band Oasis?
4. What did Britain begin to use on 14 September 1752?
5. The Black Prince, who led the English army to victory over the French at Crécy and Poitiers, was the son of which monarch?
6. Who was the first British prime minister?
7. Which of the Brontë sisters wrote Jane Eyre?
8. Which Celtic queen led a rebellion against the Romans in AD60?
9. Who was the last House of Stuart monarch?
10. Which was the first football World Cup in which England took part?
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INDUSTRIAL ACTION: IRON BRIDGE
Across the country there are reminders of the tumultuous period of history known as the Industrial Revolution.
Hard work is needed to ensure these sites are maintained for future generations, and every day we experience the impact of industrial developments that occurred during the last three centuries.
Learn about Iron Bridge, one of the best preserved icons of the Industrial Revolution, and the £1.25 million project we're undertaking to repair and conserve it for many years to come.
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From the Archive
THE MAY ISSUE
Look back to the last edition of our Members' Magazine to see highlights including how a new museum at Rievaulx Abbey sheds light on England's monastic history; some of the most intriguing stories behind 150 years of London's Blue Plaques; and a chance to learn about the prisoners of Richmond Castle who refused to fight in the First World War.
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