Historic Buildings & Monuments

Historic Buildings & Monuments

What are they and what do they involve?

A historic building or monument is a building or construction of some sort which has been of importance for a long time; the specifics can vary greatly, from being a residence of a significant historical figure to places such as windmills that are no longer in use. They often involve guided tours or exhibitions of interesting objects, and sometimes even historic re-enactments!

What are the benefits?

Visiting genuine historical buildings where people have lived and worked makes for a great accompaniment to classroom learning – forming physical links with the past and being able to use their imagination will be an excellent way of engaging students in learning. 

What students is it suitable for?

There is a huge variety of historical buildings you can visit with your students, which means you can find a venue suitable for groups of all ages and interests!

Costs?

Admission prices will vary from being completely free up to over £10 per person depending on the venue; the larger the establishment and the more activities they have to offer, the more expensive access will be!

Safety Implications?

Any possible safety concerns will depend on the venue, and the variety of establishments mean that they will differ greatly! Consult with your destination of choice if you have any concerns.

 

See below for a list of venues and providers of this kind: 

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A mile-long section of the Wall, rebuilt in stone later in Hadrian's reign. It is linked to Birdoswald Roman Fort

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The highest point on the Wall, in rugged country with spectacular views.

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A length of Wall with milecastle remains, impressively sited along the Whin Sill, commanding fine views of many prehistoric and later earthworks to the north.

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Part of Hadrian’s Wall, Chesters is also the best-preserved Roman cavalry fort in Britain.

You can easily see what life would have been like here at the Empire’s northern outpost as you wander round the officers' quarters and explore the well-preserved baths and steam room.

Inside the museum there’s also an amazing collection of Roman items found during the excavation of the wall.

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The remains of a small temple to the native god 'Antenociticus', in the 'vicus' (civilian settlement) which stood outside Benwell fort.

The temple was associated with the fort at Benwell (Condercum), one of 13 permanent forts added to the line of Hadrian’s Wall during its building, which began in about AD 122. The temple lay within the civilian settlement orvicus outside the fort walls.

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A 15-metre (49 feet) length of narrow Wall on broad foundations, reflecting a change of policy during construction concerning the thickness of the Wall.

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A fine 914 metre (2,999 feet) stretch of Wall, including two turrets and impressive bridge remains beside the River Irthing. Linked by a bridge to Birdoswald Roman Fort.

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Beaumanor Hall is a Victorian country house located in Woodhouse, Leicestershire. Set in 34 acres of idyllic countryside, Beaumanor has been run by Leicestershire County Council since the 1970s and offers a whole range of facilities.

Beaumanor Hall offers outdoor learning experiences for children of all ages, from Foundation Stage through to post 16, from adventurous activities to nature studies and historical themed days.  It also offers residential overnight accommodation.

Medieval Norwich comes alive here
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Dragon Hall is a beautiful, Grade 1 listed medieval trading hall, renowned for its spectacular timber crown-post roof and intricately carved and painted dragon. 

Built by a Norwich merchant with an international trading empire, Dragon Hall dates from a time when Norwich was England’s second city. In its heyday it would have been filled with wool, cloth, timber, spices and pottery.

Dragon Hall is home to the Writers Centre Norwich.

Tours

We can provide guided tours for pre-booked groups of 10 or more people in the day or evening

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Open by appointment only Monday to Friday 9am – 5pm.

Chilcomb House is home to Hampshire's special collections of Archaeology, Arts, Natural Sciences and Social & Industrial History. Hundreds of thousands of objects are cared for by a team of staff who prepare many of them for displays and exhibitions at community museums, discovery centres and other venues across Hampshire.

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