East Midlands
Properties and events in East Midlands
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“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"
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.
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
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 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 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.
Architecture Walk at the University of Nottingham
Join us for a guided walk around the historic houses and gardens on University Park.
Atkins Heritage Tour
Historic Hinckley buildings walking tour, that all have a connection to the notable Atkins hosiery family.
Bagthorpe Gardens
Enjoy a guided walk through these interesting historical allotments created in the 1840s.
Behind the Scenes at The Museum
A rare opportunity to look behind the scenes at the museum’s reserve collection.
Belper Unitarian Chapel Architectural Heritage
The Chapel will be open for visitors to explore our beautiful historic building with Strutt Family burial vaults. We are offering heritage displays and will share with visitors details about our heritage as part of our celebrations.
Belton Community Festival
Belton’s Community Festival is back! Taking place during our Heritage Open Weekend come and explore the best of the local community for free. With live music all day, the best of local crafts and producers on offer and a host of activities for all.
Bethlehem Street Stained Glass Exhibition
A display of 13th – 14th century stained glass found in Bethlehem Street, Grimsby
Blundell Park Guided Tours
Take a tour around Blundell Park - taking in behind the scenes areas such as the changing rooms.
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre Open Day
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre invites you to attend our Heritage Open Day! Explore our award-winning exhibition, take a bite-sized guided walk, and meet our enthusiastic volunteers as you discover this important heritage site.
Bramcote Old Church Tower
Bramcote Old Church Tower is a Grade II listed building in the heart of Bramcote Conservation area. The Tower is all that is left of a 13th century church, recently restored and renovated, thanks to a grant from National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Braunstone Stable Block Museum
Old stables to Braunstone Hall (Winstanley Hotel now). We have 5 rooms of displays of local history and details of the last Lord of the Manor, Major Richard Winstanley.
Broadcast Engineering Museum
Visit our rapidly evolving museum where you can operate TV cameras and lots of other vintage broadcasting equipment. Come aboard a working 1960s vintage outside broadcast truck. See our re-created TV repair shop and much more.