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What's On
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Spring is in full swing and we’ve got plenty of fun-filled events to help you make the most of the season!
Start planning your
May half-term
and take part in our Mystery Missions across the country.
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May Half Term
Start planning your May half-term with family adventures across our sites.
Join our exciting Mystery Missions, where young explorers can uncover clues, solve puzzles, and bring history to life.
At Stonehenge, you'll find a special Playhenge experience, packed with hands-on activities to keep kids entertained all day long.
Plan your May Half Term
Swing into Spring on Bank Holiday Weekend
Sunday 3 - Monday 4 May
Enjoy listening to Yorkshire’s finest bands, as they perform against the stunning backdrop of Brodsworth Hall.
Bring along your deck chairs and relax with an afternoon of superb music. The perfect way to spend the early May bank holiday.
This event is inlcuded with admission. Book in advance and save 15%.
Book your visit to Brodsworth Hall
Evening garden tours
In partnership with the National Garden Scheme, explore beautiful historic gardens in the early evening when they're closed to the public.
Richmond Castle, North Yorkshire – Thu 11 Jun
Audley End House and Gardens, Essex - Thu 18 Jun
Boscobel House and The Royal Oak, Shropshire - Thu 18 Jun
Walmer Castle and Gardens, Kent – Tue 30 Jun
Mount Grace Priory, House and Gardens, North Yorkshire - Wed 1 Jul
Brodsworth Hall and Gardens, South Yorkshire - Thu 15 Jul
Witley Court and Gardens, Worcestershire – Sat 15 Aug
BBC GARDENERS’ WORLD AUTUMN FAIR
The BBC Gardeners’ World Autumn Fair returns to Audley End House and Gardens from Friday 11 - Sunday 13 September.
English Heritage members benefit from reduced ticket prices and other benefits.
Book tickets for BBC Gardeners' World Autumn Fair
The Battle of Hastings
960 years since the Battle of Hastings took place, the one and only re-enactment returns.
On the very spot where King Harold and Duke William fought in 1066, over 500 reenactors will recreate the drama and intensity of this legendary conflict - and you can see it first-hand.
Book tickets for The Battle of Hastings
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Members' Week
As a special thank you to our members for your ongoing support, we are delighted to invite you to Members’ Week 2026. Between
Saturday 23 and Sunday 31 May 2026
, we will have free events taking place across the country as well as exclusive discounts in our cafes and shops.
Bookings for these
events
are now open.
Members' Week is supported by Riviera Travel.
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