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THE ENGLISH HERITAGE PODCAST

Step into England’s story with our new weekly podcast. Join presenter Charles Rowe as we bring the history of our sites to life with news, views and expert interviews.

You can listen to our latest episodes below or scroll down for details of how to subscribe.

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Latest Episode

Episode 255 - Walking Offa's Dyke

This week, we head to Gloucestershire for a stroll along a section of Offa's Dyke — the great earthwork boundary dyke built along the Anglo-Welsh border by Offa, King of Mercia, and one of the most remarkable structures in Britain.

We're joined by professor in archaeology Keith Ray, who reveals when and why Offa's Dyke was built, who the Mercians were, how they used the structure, and how the dyke is protected and maintained today.

Learn more about Offa's Dyke or plan a visit.

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The Romans

From AD 43 to AD 410 Britain was under the control of the Roman Empire, from Hadrian’s Wall in the north of England to Richborough Fort in Kent. Listen to these English Heritage Podcast episodes to explore the archaeological discoveries made at these sites, and what they can tell us about life in the past.

Discover Roman Britain with our full podcast playlist.

Monasteries

Now enigmatic ruins perfect for a peaceful day out, throughout medieval England our monastic properties were once home to communities of monks and nuns. Explore their stories, from their daily life and religious practices, to the catastrophic dissolution ordered by Henry VIII.  

Listen to the full playlist here

A taste of food history

Food can provide a relatable window into life in the past – but what were people eating in days gone by, and how? Tuck into these episodes to step into the kitchens and dining rooms of our properties and discover the history of food, from Victorian houses to Roman feasts and more. 

Did we whet your appetite? If you're hungry for more, listen to the full playlist here.

Castles

Step back in time as we explore what life was like at our historic castles. From epic battles and sieges, to tales of power and political machinations that wouldn't look out of place in Game of Thrones, listen to these episodes to discover their stories. 

Charge into the world of medieval knights, battles and sieges, with our Brave knights and epic fights playlist.

Myths, magic and superstition

As the nights begin to draw in, our minds often turn to tales of mishief and magic. Here on The English Heritage Podcast, we're no different: join us and a host of experts on a journey into the stories behind magical beliefs, myths, legends and superstitions. 

Blue Plaque Biographies

Commemorative blue plaques found on buildings across London connect people and place together – but there is much more to discover about these famous figures.  Join us to find out more about the fascinating stories behind the plaques, as The English Heritage Podcast delves into their histories in this series of episodes. 

Ask the experts...

In this mini series, our experts answer your questions. From castles and monasteries to prehistory, discover the things you always wanted to know. Get your question answered in a future episode: email us at podcast@english-heritage.org.uk with your question and your name to be included. 

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