East Midlands
Properties and events in East Midlands
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'War, Peace, Love and Merriment in Medieval Days'
Free to enjoy music by the fantastic 'City of Lincoln Waites' in Redbourne Church. Refreshments available including tastings from the medieval era.
150 Years of Weather Recording at the Northamptonshire Natural History Society
Members of the society have been recording the weather for 150 years, and some no doubt before that. Who were they and what do their records tell us. Talk by Mike Longman
531 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
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.
All Saints Church, Wingerworth: Open Dau
Explore our beautiful church, where the original 12th-century building blends with the large modern extension. Look for 'Jack o' the Green' and see the Mausoleum, one of only two in Derbyshire. A teddy bear hunt in the church will also be available.
All Saints Roman Catholic Church open for visitors
All are welcome to come and see our beautiful church and grounds at this free event.
Ancient Hillfort within Hunsbury Hill Country Park
Hunsbury Hill Country Park houses a 2,500 year-old Iron-age Hillfort. It also contains Northamptonshire Ironstone Railway Trust, which will be open on Sunday 20th September.
Apples, plums and pigs!
Take a tour of our community garden, a space that’s been run as a market garden and nursery for more than 100 years and see how food is grown in an organic way.
Architectural metalwork manufacture in the Buxton area - A talk by Trevor Gilman
As part of the Made in Buxton project, local historian Trevor Gilman shares his expert knowledge of the area’s industrial and craft heritage.
Architecture Walk at the University of Nottingham
Join us for a guided walk around the historic houses and gardens on University Park.
Assembly Rooms Open Day
Step inside one of Buxton’s most elegant historic spaces! Explore the beautifully restored Assembly Rooms, uncover their rich history, and experience the grandeur of this stunning Georgian venue.
Atkins Heritage Tour
Historic Hinckley buildings walking tour, that all have a connection to the notable Atkins hosiery family.
AudaTours Northampton Audio Tour: Clicking, Closing and the Sound of the Town
Northampton’s boot and shoe story in your headphones: from Market Square and St Crispin’s at All Saints to factory fronts, the Guildhall and the shoe museum at the old prison.
Bagthorpe Gardens
Enjoy a guided walk through these interesting historical allotments created in the 1840s.
Bassetlaw Museum
Everyday histories- The Miners stories. Join us for the opening of the 'Black Dust, Bright Stories' exhibition, handle real mining artefacts and find out about the lives of the ponies who worked alongside the men.
Behind the Scenes at the Museum
A tour of the museum's store
Bennerley Viaduct - Guided Tour
Join the Friends of Bennerley Viaduct for a special guided walk of the iconic, 150 year old, Grade II* Listed Iron Giant. One of only two wrought iron viaducts remaining nationally, experience the monument and its beautiful natural surroundings.
Big Battlefield Walks Weekends - Civil War Newark and its 1644 battle
A walk around Civil War Newark, the Queen's Sconce and the battlefield at Newark.
Book Workshop
Join artist Rachel Scanlon at St Mary Magdalene for a relaxed session creating your own collaged book using simple techniques.
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre Open Day
Bosworth Battlefield Heritage Centre invites you to attend our Heritage Open Day. Discover this important heritage site in the heart of Leicestershire and uncover the story of two of our most famous kings.