Luton

Properties and events in Luton

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Behind the seams: secrets from the women's fashion collection

Hat House, 32 Guildford Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Showcasing exciting discoveries uncovered during a volunteer-led inventory of Luton’s collection managed by The Culture Trust, this exhibition provides a glimpse at some of the beautiful and fascinating objects which are held by the museums.

Let's Not Forget - A Walk in the Past

Brantwood Park, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 1JJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come and join us for a walk through the past as we visit 7 key locations, each showcasing Luton’s rich heritage. Scan the QR codes at each stop to experience augmented reality and explore what Luton once was.

St Mary's Luton

St. Marys Church, Church Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 3JF
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Join us this September to enjoy our beautiful 900 year old church, find out about those who built it, and its past, present and future. Something for everyone, young and old, Christian or not, looking to gain understanding or simply have fun!

Talks - Luton 150: stories from the town 1876-2026

Wardown House, Museum & Gallery, Wardown Park, Old Bedford Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7HA
In person
Pre-booking required

Two talks entitled Luton 150: Stories from the Town 1876-2026 presented by local heritage specialists.

Tour of the Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment Galleries

Wardown House, Museum & Gallery, Wardown Park, Old Bedford Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7HA
In person
Pre-booking required

Bedfordshire and Hertfordshire Regiment Galleries Tour (30 minutes), led by volunteer experts who will introduce you to the stories represented in the displays and the objects in the collection.

Tour of Wardown House, Museum and Galleries

Wardown House, Museum & Gallery, Wardown Park, Old Bedford Road, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU2 7HA
In person
Pre-booking required

Wardown House Tour (30 minutes), led by Nigel Lutt, who will guide you through the building's fascinating history since its construction in 1877.

Written Here: Luton's Everyday Histories come to the Long Gallery

The Hat Factory Arts Centre, 65-67 Bute Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2EY
In person
Pre-booking not required

Long Gallery exhibition showcasing an exhibition of short pieces of writing for an art exhibition about everyday life in Luton.

Written Here: Viewing & get-together

Hat Works, 47 Guildford Street, Luton, Bedfordshire, LU1 2NQ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

See Luton’s everyday histories brought together through short-form writing, meet contributors and spend time with Luton’s creative community.