The Alexandra Bedspread: A Community Story at the Generator with Loughborough Heritage Open Weekend
The Generator C I C, The Generator, Packe Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3EZ
Discover the remarkable story of Alexandr's bedspread, a 1920's textile masterpiece created to help fund the construction of Loughborough's Iconic Carillon Tower. Beyond this stunning centrepiece an exhibition will features a collection of historical artefacts related to the bedspread.
Discover Our Story:
While you are visiting the exhibition, we invite you to explore the history of our building. Originally constructed in 1921 as Britons first educational generating station using salvaged equipment from decommissioned WW1 U-boats. The Generator has served as an electrical powerhouse, an art college, and now, a restored community arts centre. Our volunteers will be on hand throughout the weekend to guide you through our journey from industrial site to creative hub, sharing stories of the building's past and our ongoing work to preserve its character for future generations. Visits generatorlboro.org to learn more about our history and the community vision behind our restoration.
Talk & Q&A: Saturday 19th at 1930
Join lead researcher Deborah Moxom, on the evening of Sept 19th, for a special talk and Q&A session led by Dr Jill Vincent. Deborah will share her fascinating journey of uncovering the lives behind the signatures from local factory workers and shopkeepers to international historical figures.
Exhibition dates: Saturday 19th & Sunday 20th September 2026 1000 - 1600
Advance free booking for Talk & Q&A here https://generatortalks.eventbrite.co.uk
Timings
- Saturday 19 September:
- Exhibition: 1000-1600. Talk & Q&A: at 1930
- Sunday 20 September:
- Exhibition: 1000-1600
Location & directions
The Generator C I C, The Generator, Packe Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3EZ
- Directions:
- If you're driving to Loughborough use our postcode LE11 3EZ for sat nav’s. There are several pay and display car parks in the town centre: Ashby Place Car park (1 min walk) Granby Street Car Park (4 min walk) Beehive Lane Car Park (8 min walk)
Booking information
- Pre-booking requirement:
- Pre-booking required
- Booking conditions:
- Advance booking for Talk & Q&A
- Booking website:
- https://generatortalks.eventbrite.co.uk
Accessibility details
We're committed to making The Generator as accessible to everyone as possible. Currently The venue offers: Assistance and support dogs welcome Accessible & Ambulant toilets onsite Changing Places toilet on site Baby-changing facilities on site Lift access to first floor Ramped entrance access from pavement Gender neutral washroom cubicles. If you have any specific accessibility requirements or questions, please contact us in advance at [email protected] and we'll do our best to accommodate your needs.
