East Midlands
Properties and events in East Midlands
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’Difficult Buildings’: a walking tour around some of Buxton’s best, but sadly increasingly at risk, architectural gems
Join Kate Dickson, Director of Creative Heritage Consultants Ltd and a resident of Buxton, for this walking tour, as we explore the reasons why some buildings may be vacant and some of the challenges and opportunities for bringing them back into use.
“Something Beginning with B”
Discover Cleethorpes' charm from past to present with Bazaars, Brochures, Balconies, Bunting, Bathing, Beauty Queens, Buildings, Bed and Breakfasts, and more. Enjoy displays, free entertainment, and refreshments. Come explore our "B's"
1000 Faces
Be Part of the Portrait! Get creative, contribute your own face to the project, creating a sculpture from clay, guided by artists in a FREE family friendly workshop, no experience needed. 1000 Faces will become a permanent feature in Boston, bringing
3 Architects Who Shaped Grimsby - Farebrother, Scaping and Wells
Guided Walks south west from Grimsby Town Hall, through to People's Park area exploring the lasting impact that architects Farebrother, Scaping and Wells had on this part of town from mid 19th to early 20th centuries.
51 Fleetgate - Open Gardens
Explore the garden of what is believed to be the oldest surviving residential house in North Lincolnshire.
530 years of Loughborough Grammar School - Tower Opening and Exhibitions
The 1852 Building will be open including the tower, which is accessed by 59 steps up a spiral staircase, giving a great view of Loughborough and surrounding districts. Items from the School's archives will be available to view in adjacent rooms
78 Derngate - The Charles Rennie Mackintosh House
Join a group for a half hour guided tour of the iconic Mackintosh House, here in the heart of Northampton. With galleries, gardens, shop and onsite restaurant, it's a fabulous way to spend some time.
8 Bowling Green Street
As the current custodians of the historic building at 8 Bowling Green Street, Serendipity Institute for Black Arts and Heritage has researched its fascinating history and the vital role it has played in Leicester since 1865.
A Buxton Quarry in the 1930s: in photo and film
Join Frank Emerson as he takes you deep into the industrial heritage of Buxton with a visual journey through a 1930s quarry.
A Guided Walk to the Deercote
A guided walk from The Children's Country House at Sudbury to explore historic parkland features on the National Trust estate, including the Deercote. This is the only time it is available to visit for the general public.
A guided walk/talk around Newark's timber framed heritage
As well as spotting the less obvious, well-disguised timber-framed buildings, this walk, guided by local architect Bernard Martin, around the centre of Newark, will visit some of the timber-framed buildings.
A journey through nature and history
Join National Trust’s Nature Conservation Adviser, Carl Hawke, for a special Heritage Open Days walk, and explore Sandilands' journey from fairways to flourishing coastal landscape.
A Lasting Love - A Talk on the History of the Geddington Cross
Join the Discover Northamptonshire Tourism Hub for a talk with local medievalist Ez Pavey about the history of the iconic Geddington Cross. Why is it nationally significant? Why was it built in Geddington? What does it symbolise? What is its story?
A Little House and a Grand Town Hall
Group tours with our volunteer guides to see behind the scenes at Newark Town Hall Museum and Art Gallery.
A Spotlight on Nottingham's Architectural Collections
Against the backdrop of Nottingham City Museums & Galleries stores, items of architectural significance will be highlighted, including architectural models, all referenced to our 3D topographical models of the city centre in 1830 and 1960.
A Story of Impact Through Education
Explore Skills and Education Group's 'never-seen-before' archive and uncover our social impact through education since 1912.
A Walk and Talk. Let's Go Shopping on the High Street in Stamford in 1914
A Walk and Talk starting at Stamford Library. Learn about shopping on the High Street in 1914. Supported by the Stamford Local History Society.
A walk around some of Loughborough town centre's Art Deco Buildings with Loughborough Heritage Open Weekend
While we are no Napier, or Miami, nor Morecombe Bay or Burgh Island, Loughborough does have a surprising number of Art Deco buildings hiding in plain sight in the town centre. This walk will highlight some of the best of these.
A Walking Tour of 19th Century Bourne
Join us for a pleasant and informative Sunday afternoon stroll around 19th Century Bourne.
All Saints Church Brixworth - 1300 Years of Architectural Heritage
Join The Friends of All Saints Church Brixworth on 20th September for one of our free guided tours, a unique opportunity to explore this architectural masterpiece, nestled in the heart of Brixworth, a village rich in history.