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A FEEL-GOOD SUMMER

This summer we've got it all: mighty castles, colourful gardens and family fun that just doesn't stop.

Enjoy great value days out and a packed schedule of legendary events including brand-new Summer Quests for our littlest adventurers.

 

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Stonehenge

A must-see monument

Dover Castle

A mighty fortress above the famous White Cliffs

Whitby Abbey

Gothic ruins and stunning sea views

Spotlight: Dover Castle Under Siege

Now, for the first time, see the story of battle and siege brought to life with immersive interactive displays, reopened medieval tunnels and an imaginative new play area. A new viewing area offers panoramic castle views from the northern Spur, and there’s also the chance to learn about the life of a soldier at the castle during the Napoleonic Wars.

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Where's my shadow? Summer Quests

Oh no! Noble, our trusty guard dog, has lost his shadow. He needs your little adventurers' help to find it… or he could lose his imagination forever!

The quests are available at 29 sites across the country until 1 Sep. There are four different quests too, so there’s lots to keep little detectives busy time and again!

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Photo of three young children walking together in a historic garden

Family Fun Planners

Plan a historic summer with our downloadable summer planners. Filled with top tips and key dates for your diary, our planners cover events and activities across the country this July and August.

From our summer quests trying to help Noble find his lost shadow to knights' tournaments across the country, there's something for everyone!

The ultimate day out for your dog

Grab the lead and their favourite treats as we've got loads of dog-friendly sites waiting to be explored. From castles to sprawling gardens, they'll love visiting our historic places just as much as you. 

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Your feel-good summer

Over the last few months, we've been asking our visitors to share their summer fun on social media. We've received lots of clips of families exploring the wonders of our sites and it's been great to see so many of you enjoying yourselves. 

You can now watch our feel-good summer reel and be inspired to plan a family day out at a site near you. 

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