HeritageEvents

Meet the Head Gardener at Stockwood Discovery Centre for a short walk around our gardens where Gary will talk about the activities in the garden for the month this will be followed by tea in our caf where there will…

Increased life expectancy in the modern era is certainly a positive development. Older people today are more connected staying active for longer and finding support in technologies from Skype to stair lifts and digital companions. Join us to explore the…

Friday 21 June 7pmFREESwedenborg House 2021 Bloomsbury Way WC1A 2THRefreshments servedTalk and Q&AThe lecture is based on Professor Susan Sommers recently published research on Ebenezer Sibly 1751‐99 and his brother Manoah 1757‐1840.…

For centuries the Pool of London was the heart of Londons trade. Join us in exploring its architecture history art and legends as we celebrate 125 years of Tower Bridge as the gateway to the heart of London. Starting outside…

The Empress Matilda has arrived at Arundel Castle to pursue her claim to the throne of England. Hearing that her cousin Stephen has already been crowned and is hastening towards the coast Matildas forces train to prepare for the forthcoming…

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. The old factory will be all steamed up and there will be plenty of summery activities on offer as well. Lots for children to do craft displays and stalls blacksmithing beekeepinggun dogsa real countryside feel to the…

DiscoverLondon using maps and minds this summer and raise funds for The Royal British Legion. Poppy Quest is coming to The Honourable Artillery Company on 23rd June 2019 and will be the perfect way to discover the past and present…

In 1961 Wally Funk was among the Mercury 13 the first group of American pilots to pass the Women in Space programme. Wally sailed through a series of rigorous physical and mental tests with one of her scores beating all…

Right from the start you will be gripped by the many ghostly stories from Southamptons eerie past. The tours include live actors who take on the part of Southamptons most notorious ghosts including the owner of Tudor House Sir John…

To celebrate the official anniversary weekend meet the workers engineers and passers‐by that once inhabited Tower Bridge. Taking inspiration from the ever‐growing archive of personal histories from the lifetime of the Bridge costumed actors will perform across the Bridge bringing…

This tour is the second of a series exploring the Medway and Kent CoastChatham was first associated with the Royal Navy during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I until the dockyard closed in 1984. At the heart of Chathams heritage…

Focusing on Bangladesh a country that has been in the spotlight in recent years for being a hotspot of climate vulnerability due to its geographical and economic context this discussion will take a very different lens on the country and…

Hes been called Britains Mindhunter The Guvnor of True Crime The Worlds Number One expert on serial killers and sexual deviants. Paul Harrison has spent over four decades analysing studying and getting deep inside the heads of many of the…

In this centenary year we mark the 100th anniversary of the burning down of the town hall. Join Head of Heritage and Collections Elise Naish as she delves into this fascinating period of uprising in the town using source material…

Discover Colchester using maps and minds this summer and raise funds for The Royal British Legion. Poppy Quest is coming to Colchester Castle Park on 6th July 2019 and will be the perfect way to discover the past and present…

Every first Sunday of the month we will be revealing an item out of the box from our collection.Each of the items we reveal will not have previously been on display. This is a great opportunity to see some of…

Discover Cardiff using maps and minds this summer and raise funds for The Royal British Legion. Poppy Quest is coming to Cardiff Castle on July 7th 2019 and will be the perfect way to discover the past and present of…

Discover Birmingham using maps and minds this summer and raise funds for The Royal British Legion. Poppy Quest is coming to Victoria Square on 13th July 2019 and will be the perfect way to discover the past and present of…

12th century knights squires archer and men‐at‐arms will face off in a foot tournament on the lower lawns of Arundel Castle. With competitions using a variety of weapons the free‐style fighting of the combatants will be the nearest reproduction of…

This is the third in a series of walks along the Medway and Kent Coast.The walk starts at Queenhithe ‐ a town planned around a castle built by Edward III. While the castle is no longer there the charming harbour…

The House will be open from 09.30 with guests encouraged to learn more about this interesting building. Explore the rooms and find out about the Shuttleworth Family and Old Warden Park.The House a Grade II Jacobean style home built in…

The House will be open between 09:3012:30 giving you a chance to explore the rooms the grounds and see other areas not normally open to public.This is a self‐guided open house if you wish to book a guided…

Discover Portsmouth using maps and minds this summer and raise funds for The Royal British Legion. Poppy Quest is coming to Guildhall Square on 14th July 2019 and will be the perfect way to discover the past and present of…

Our guides will take you on a journey around the citys historic streets sharing its many secrets with you. Youll hear about the bloody plots of treason horrific deaths and tales of dark deeds that all took place.Along the way…

With a relaxed atmosphere and where the light can be at its best for photography this airshow will showcase displaying aircraft from the early and pioneering years of aviation quite unlike any found anywhere else in the UK…

In July we celebrate trains and more Hampshire Narrow Gauge Railway Trust will be showing off all the work they have been doing over the year. There will be train rides model railway layouts surface warships classic cars and live…

COMBE MILL in STEAMSunday 21th July2019All of our steam and water powered machinery will be running in this Late 19th Centuryrestored Sawmill and Workshop that once served the Blenheim Palace Estate.. …

The highlight of Arundel Castles open season Medieval Jousting Week promises nothing less than a true clash of the titans with plenty of fierce rivalries along the way.Visitors will cheer on the worlds finest jousters as they demonstrate their brawn…

This is the fourth in a series of walks along the Medway and Kent Coast.The historic harbbour and seaside town of Whitstable is wideley known for its annual Oyster festival but it has other charms too. On this walk around…

Activities such as have‐a‐go archery mini catapults and a craft tent will spread across the upper grounds and a falconer and story teller will demonstrate their dazzling crafts. The thrilling Kids Battles will allow little ones to try their hand…

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come and join us for a great week of fun and entertainment. Visitors can enjoy the sights and sounds of yesteryear with displays and parades of old time vehicles.…

This is the fifth in a series of walks along the Medway and Kent Coast.This walk takes us along the coast from Reculver where in the 1st century a Roman settlement was built added to by a fort built in…

As part of Shuttleworths August programme of family fun this event is packed full of activities to keep everyone entertained from grandparents to grandtots Follow the Richard Shuttleworth trail download the app enjoy live music explore the activities in our…

An actioned packed day celebrating all things naval in association with the Navy Wings Charity.Highlights include:Visiting HelicoptersOpen CockpitsFlight Simulation HangarHelicopter FlightsNaval CharitiesMilitary ReenactorsPeriod Military Vehicle DisplayClimbing WallRefreshmentsLiving History EncampmentPlus the Worlds largest Helicopter Collection with over 90 full size helicopters…

Set within Arundel Castles critically‐acclaimed gardens alive with thousands of colourful blooms these shows offer theatre lovers an experience like no other. 5.30pm Castle grounds open6.30pm The Collector Earls Garden gates open7.30pm Performances start…

Activities such as have‐a‐go archery mini catapults and a craft tent will spread across the upper grounds and a falconer and storyteller will demonstrate their dazzling abilities. The thrilling Kids Battles will allow little ones to try their hand at…

This Sunday focusses on things with wheels. The courtyard will be full of carsmotorbikes and its a real opportunity for local enthusiasts to show off their prize possessions. There will also be a display of Meccano with yet…

Combe Mill in Steam Sun 18th August 2019Theme:‐ Model Engineering at the Mill:‐ We will be running all of our steam and water powered machinery in this restored Sawmill and workshop that once served the Blenheim Palace Estate.…

12000 Years of Combat a three‐day spectacular will showcase the heritage of Sussex and the Castle providing visitors of all ages the opportunity to meet characters from the past and watch combat demonstrations. The thrilling showdown will see gladiators crusaders…

Our volunteers have rescued and restored 30 old textile mill steam engines some of the machines which once powered the cotton mills and woolen mills of the north of England. Our oldest engine is now 180 years old and most…

See summer highlights as well as finding out a bit more about its history and recent restoration. Also enjoy a rare opportunity to picnic within the garden. Tours begin at 11.00 and 14.00.…

1940s day at historic Sandtoft airfield .There will be 1940s displays vintage civilian and military vehicles pleasure flights food and drink large variety of stalls and a RAF Dakota flypast. …

View a large display of American Cars and Trucks alongside the worlds largest helicopter collection. Climb aboard a Vietnam Huey and have the controls explained to you by an experienced guide.…

Raven Tor Living History Group returns to the origins of Arundel Castle portraying the men and women of the 12th century. An opportunity for visitors to meet Norman knights and ladies see the combat training of men‐at‐arms and archers and…

Twickenhams historic gem Strawberry Hill House was saved by the initiative of local supporters. This talk will cover how the house went from at risk to winning awards including the top European prize for restoration within 10 years of setting…

A day of activities aimed at children aged 393 All kinds of things to do with child focused activities all day. Plenty of room inside if it is wet. Our local history group will have a display based…