English Heritage

British

noun

Official name: The Historic Buildings and Monuments Commission for England. an organization, partly funded by government aid, that looks after ancient monuments and historic buildings in England

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An English Heritage spokesperson said: "Stonehenge is currently hosting a filming hire and whilst we can't confirm any details at present there will be an announcement on the project in due course."

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

The historic Wiltshire monument has been closing to visitors early this week and English Heritage has confirmed filming has been taking place, but said it could not confirm any further details.

From BBC • Aug. 22, 2025

Meanwhile the London childhood home of Sutherland, who once painted Sir Winston Churchill, will be the location for his plaque as English Heritage said it played a formative role in his artistic development.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2025

English Heritage said all blue plaques were subject to full owner approval and it was working with the property owners.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2025

He was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2020 and English Heritage said his plaque would hopefully be installed at one of his west London addresses.

From BBC • Feb. 13, 2025

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