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… will include visits to local Viking sites at St. Bees and Gosforth, as well as setting sail for the Isle of Man.  … setting out from bases in Ireland and the Isle of Man, and then settling along the west coast of Cumbria.  Crosses, … the practice of Haaf fishing and Herdwick sheep, which are now such a feature of Cumbria today.  Sara Hilton, Head of …

… of Holy Trinity Sunderland into a new cultural venue and story centre for the city of Sunderland, with a focus on … building, built between 1718 and 1719 for a congregation then dominated by the wealthy merchants who lived around the … at risk, has cared for the church since 1988, and is now working in partnership with city institutions and …

… celebration of all the things that make Yorkshire great. Now in its 43rd year, we have teamed up with 11 of Yorkshire’s wonderful and diverse family-friendly heritage attractions to celebrate … UK's largest seabird, the gannet at Bempton Cliffs RSPB . Then join Whale and Dolphin Watch Week and visit the Seabird …

… British Saint, home to figures such as Stephen Hawking and Stanley Kubrick, here are ten things you may not have … hunters who moved around in search of food. 3. St Albans, then known as Verulamium, was burnt down by Boudicca in her … under the stairs at a previous museum in St Albans that now no longer exists.  9. The new basement gallery was …

… Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) is launching First World War: then and now, a £6m small grants programme to help communities mark …

… of the Flax Mill Maltings site, which will restore and bring back into a third century of productive use some of … The site was a flax mill from 1797 until 1897, and then a maltings until its closure in 1987. English Heritage … architectural importance. Shropshire Council’s plans are now set to transform this historic site into a centre for …

… of Worship scheme*, which is currently funded by HLF and administered by English Heritage.  In June 2013, it will … four-year old son the ‘Noble Impe’.  This church will now undergo vital repairs including the dismantling and … 2010, the scheme was jointly funded by HLF and EH. Since then, HLF had provided the majority of the funding to ensure …

… County Council put in over £1million into the project and co-ordinated the restoration in partnership with the … that we can open this beautiful building and that it is now accessible for everyone to use. We’ve had great … of the statue of Henry V at the front of the Shire Hall, then we had it returned! All the effort that’s gone into this …

… conservation areas which display particular social and economic need. The initial bid for £2m, including £33,500 … does not happen overnight but the "rot" I believe is now under control. I look forward to working with our … is an indication of positive support. The applicants can then progress to the second round and submit a further, …

… farming landscape in North Herefordshire. St James’ Church and Wigmore Castle are of great significance in English … several kings and queens. Stronghold of the Mortimers and then owned by the Harleys, the castle and church have a … who are the stalwarts of a thriving community shop that is now in its eighth year supporting local people and producers …