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  • Horrific History | The history of British witch trials
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    Horrific History | The history of British witch trials

    There have been many horrific tales through history, from gruesome medical practices to bizarre punishments and even some very questionable cleaning habits. Today, as we are in the month of spooky stories, we are looking at the horrific history of Britain’s witch trials.

  • THIRLESTANE CASTLE TO EXTEND OPEN SEASON
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    Thirlestane Castle season extended

    Thirlestane Castle is delighted to be extending its season of guided tours due to demand through 2023. They have opened their doors to thousands of visitors from across the UK and around the world this year and hope to welcome even more by continuing to offer daily tours for an additional four weeks. 

  • Experience heritage for free this September

    Experience heritage for free this September

    The country’s largest festival of history and culture returns this September with a packed programme of free events with the theme of Creativity Unwrapped. Brought to you by the National Trust, support by the People’s Postcode Lottery and run by thousands of organisations and volunteers, Heritage Open Days bring people together to celebrate history, heritage and community.

  • Houghton Lodge Gardens, Hampshire, steps back in time with 'Bridgerton Bliss: A Regency Afternoon' - to mark its 230th anniversary year.

    Houghton Lodge Gardens, Hampshire, steps back in time with 'Bridgerton Bliss: A Regency Afternoon' - to mark its 230th anniversary year

    This year Houghton Lodge Gardens is celebrating its 230th anniversary with special events.  Bridgerton Bliss: A Regency Afternoon of Tea, Tunes and Twirls will be held on 6 August from 12.30pm to 5pm and is a great opportunity to travel back in time and experience the magic of Regency England.    With dancing, promenading, music and afternoon tea or picnics this will be a unique event for the region, celebrating the anniversary and the Regency heritage of the historic house and grounds.

  • Historic Clan Maitland Portrait Collection
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    Historic Clan Maitland Portrait Collection

    A highlight of our guided tours at Thirlestane Castle is the incredible collection of portraits located in our State Dining Room. This is one of the most extensive family collections in Scotland dating back to 1590 and guests can discover almost the entire line of Maitlands from the 16th to the 20th century. Thirlestane has been home to the Maitland family for over 400 years, and it is a wonderful opportunity for our Clan Maitland visitors to have a glimpse of their ancestors. 

  • Hospital time capsule discovered in Wales
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    Hospital time capsule discovered in Wales

    Workers renovating a former hospital in South Wales have discovered a time capsule buried in the foundations more than 120 years ago. The capsule, which contained coils and newspapers from the time is now on display at the Blaenau Gwent town museum.

  • Major archaeological discovery unearthed in Bedfordshire
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    Major archaeological discovery unearthed in Bedfordshire

    A prehistoric site has been discovered in Bedfordshire. Around 25 monumental puts dating back to the Mesolithic period, which was between 12,000 and 6,000 years ago have been uncovered in Linmere, much to the amazement of archaeologists.

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