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Medieval Royal Pageant at Beeston Castle and Woodland Park in Cheshire

Medieval Royal Pageant at Beeston Castle

Join in the Queen’s Jubilee celebrations at Beeston Castle with minstrels and singers, boisterous dramas and freestyle combat…

St George’s Day events, photo courtesy of English Heritage

Hurrah for England & St. George!

We all feel proud of having an England flag when it comes to World Cup time but where does the emblem of a red cross come from? Find out the answer to this and more at Beeston Castle in Cheshire…

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Think your job is rubbish? Then learn about Medieval worst jobs!

Meet a colourful cast of characters from medieval times at Beeston Castle on 6th & 7th August 2011…

English Heritage Father's Day Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Cheshire

Dads and children have swords at the ready at Beeston Castle

Dads and children try out your sword skills at Beeston Castle in Cheshire on the 18th and 19th June…

Knights, Lords and Ladies gather at Beeston Castle

Knights combat at Beeston Castle and Woodland Park on 4th & 5th June 2011…

Viking family fun trail at Beeston Castle

Viking family fun trail at Beeston Castle, Cheshire until 2nd May 2011…

Squire up to a challenge at Beeston

When: 2nd – 5th  April 2010, 10am-5pm Where: Beeston Castle and Woodland Park, Cheshire £: 5.30 adults,  4.50 concessions, 2.70 children and English Heritage members free. What is it? A knights family fun trail and dressing up for children.   The Queen has asked you to invite the mini model English Heritage knights and squires to a banquet.  Can […]

Curiosity of the Week

Woodhenge, Stonehenge’s lesser-known neighbour
Woodhenge - ©English Heritage, Historic England Photo Library

You have heard of Stonehenge in Wiltshire, but have you heard of its lesser known neighbour, Woodhenge? Find out more in our latest Curiosity of the Week…

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Fakes, forgeries and misinformation at Royal Society Late
Dragon Fish - The Royal Society Lates in March

Next month, the Royal Society’s Late event mixes tomfoolery with science as it tackles fake news and hoaxes…

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