Million and More Appeal
More than 85% of our collections are protected within stores across the country, that's more than a million historic objects. Every piece in our collections tells a story about England's past and helps us to understand our present. We care for these objects to safeguard the stories that define who we are and to ensure they last for future generations.
We urgently need your help to protect these stories and stop them being lost forever.
Donate todayUpcoming Events
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Revenants and Remains at Furness Abbey
Fri 25 Oct 2024 - Fri 31 Jan 2025 Furness Abbey -
Ghost Tales at Carlisle Castle
Sat 26 & Sun 27 and Wed 30 & Thu 31 October 2024 Carlisle Castle -
Halloween Half-Term at Beeston Castle
Sat 26 Oct - Sun 3 Nov 2024 Beeston Castle and Woodland Park -
Halloween Half-Term at Carlisle Castle
Sat 26 Oct - Sun 3 Nov 2024 Carlisle Castle
More to explore
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A short break in Cumbria
See all Cumbria has to offer, from stone circles to Roman forts to coastal castles, on a relaxing trip around the county.
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Carlisle Castle & Mary Queen of Scots
Listen to the English Heritage podcast to find out how Mary Queen of Scots' two-month stay at Carlisle turned into the rest of her life held captive.
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Walk to High Dam via Stott Park Bobbin Mill
Enjoy this scenic walk from Lake Windermere, through the woodland of Stott Park and up to High Dam which was built to power the bobbin mill.
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The North West boasts a huge variety of English Heritage sites from Hadrian's Wall to awesome castles and beautiful abbeys. Make the most of what this region and the rest of the country has to offer with an English Heritage membership. Enjoy unlimited access to hundreds of historic places plus free and discounted entry to our fantastic events.
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