Welcome to England’s largest festival of history and culture!

Every September some 40,000 volunteers across England organise 5,000 events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It's your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore.

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Gentleman Jack and Shibden Hall

If you haven’t heard of Anne Lister of Shibden Hall (aka Gentleman Jack) then you’re missing a treat of…

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The RSA - a coffeehouse for the common good

I recently discovered the ultimate coffeehouse down the road from our office. An 'Enlightenment' coffeehouse…

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Take 5 with the team

It's been a busy month for the team at HODs HQ, we've built a castle in Swindon, learnt a lot in Oxford,…

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Welcome to England’s largest festival of history and culture!

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Gentleman Jack and Shibden Hall

The RSA - a coffeehouse for the common good

Take 5 with the team

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