Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Come and see our 1856 beam engine in steam, as well as the 1940 Ruston and Hornsby diesel pumping engine running for you to watch how they operate. Local artists will also feature in a special exhibition depicting the engines and site with illustrations of other pumping engines…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Celebrate harvest season and all things apples at Mrs Smith’s Cottage! Enjoy apple themed crafts, have a go at pressing your own apples, and take home Mrs Smith’s apple chutney recipe. Find this free event in our gardens & learning room. Please note that cottage admission will be…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Burgh le Marsh’s late 19th century and early 20th century history involved one Jabez Good, an artisan, historian and barber. He set up the first Burgh le Marsh Museum and was instrumental in organising the town’s celebrations for the coronation of George V in 1911. His main interest…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Commencing from Londonthorpe Woods, lace up your walking boots and join the characters of Grantham’s past, as they guide you to Bellmount Tower. Enjoy the historic experiences of these characters as well as exploring the panoramic views from the top of Bellmount Tower. Please note that the walk…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Meet more characters from Grantham yesteryear (see event on Sept 10th) on Sunday 17 September from 10am – 3pm at Belton House and Londonthorpe Wood. More details available at www.nationaltrust.org.uk/visit/nottinghamshire-lincolnshire/belton-house/events/ Not in Brochure - see website  https://www.heritagelincolnshire.org/heritage-open-days/online-brochure Region: SKDC Address: Belton House and Londonthorpe Wood. Time: Sun 17th 10.00…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 South Street land drainage pumping station engines in operation. The unique 1910 Marshall LHT Class steam engine in steam and the 1943 Ruston 9HRC 2 cylinder diesel engine running. Booklet Number: 28a Region: NL Address: South Street, Owston Ferry DN9 1RP Time: Sun 17th 10.00 - 16.00 The…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 South Street Land drainage pumping station engines running. Guided tours of the station detailing the history of the station and the local area. Not in Brochure - see website  https://www.heritagelincolnshire.org/heritage-open-days/online-brochure Region: NL Address: South Street, Owston Ferry, Doncaster, DN9 1RP Time: Sun 17th 11.00 - 16.00  30 minute tours,…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Sun 17th 11.30 (brunch optional from 10.30) Ted Lewis Barton Town Trail (duration 2 hrs) will start from the The White Swan, Fleetgate DN18 5QE Booklet Number: 2b Region: North Lincolnshire Address: The White Swan, Fleetgate DN18 5QE Time: Friday 17th September 11.30 - 13.30 Booking required: Yes,…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Owned by Linkage Community Trust, visit one of the grandest buildings in North East Lincolnshire not usually accessible to the public. This special event is part of the Heritage Open Days Festival, England’s largest festival of history and culture. The Hall opened it's doors to the public for…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Explore Kirton children’s creativity from paint to poetry and other genres displayed in the beautiful setting of Kirton Parish Church which itself showcases the creativity and wonderful artistry of past generations. Booklet Number: 19a Region: Borough of Boston Address: St. Peter & St. Paul, Willington Road, Kirton, Boston…

Part of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 The Chapel was built in 1725 by John Disney from a family of Dissenters. His house (now demolished) was in the High Street almost opposite the Chapel. One inside wall has an unusual War Memorial in the shape of a heart. Booklet Number: 21a Region: Lincoln Address: 377 High…