HOD 2024 – Hobhole Diesel Pumping Station
Hobhole Pumping Station, The Scalp, Fishtoft,, BostonPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 The Hobhole Diesel Pumping Station was built in 1957 and house three Allen 6 cylinder 770 hp diesel engines, each connected to an 88 inch diameter impellor pump. There will be a display on the Board’s operations, a static exhibition of the Board’s machinery Booklet number: 6c Region:…
HOD 2024 – High Flying Women.
Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre, Heath Farm, North Rauceby Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre, Heath Farm, North Rauceby, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 The exhibition looks at some pioneer female aviators who through determination connect us to the same qualities found in female aviators today. Some of the fascinating stories included are Bessie Colman, Amy Johnson, Elsie Mackey and Harriet Quimby. Booklet number: 41a Region: NKDC Address: Cranwell Aviation Heritage Centre,…
HOD 2024 – Peat & Trains – Rail Networks across the moors
The Old Peatworks Dole Road, Crowle, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 This unique heritage railway, set in the North Lincolnshire countryside, offers a glimpse into the region's rich peat-cutting history on the largest peat bog in the country. Our knowledgeable volunteers will share fascinating stories about the railway's role in transforming the landscape. Join one of our talks running…
HOD 2024 – Foston’s Journey: from the Doomsday Book to today, and beyond.
St Peter's Church, Foston Long Street, Foston, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 Charles Dickens in Foston? Explore Foston's Heritage Trail to learn about the famous and the locals who have shaped Foston from medieval times onwards. A key location on a busy route - it's surprising who has visited! Numbers will be restricted on the Tower Tours so you may…
HOD 2024 – Family Connections – come and look up your family history at Freiston.
St James' Church, Freiston Church View, Freiston, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 Over 910 years of history with a rare chance to look through the old church registers and a local photo collection. Refreshments and toilets (with disabled access) are available. Booklet number: 18a Region: BBC Address: St James' Church, Church View, Freiston, Boston, PE22 0LE Time: Sat 7th &…
HOD 2024 – St. Nicolas and Captain Bligh of the Bounty.
St Nicolas' Church Great Coates Road, Great Coates, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 The Grade 1 listed mediaeval church of St. Nicolas has acted for centuries as a fixed point for travellers, en route by land or sea around the Humber, and a waypoint benchmark can still be seen on the West Tower. There is also a surprising connection to a…
HOD 2024 – Amazing Glass
St Andrew's Church, Heckington Church Street, Heckington, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 An amazing example of medieval glass is coming back to St Andrew's Church in Heckington. Learn about the journey of the glass and where it has been stored. Learn more about the stained glass windows in the church and take part in this historic event. Booklet number: 24c…
HOD 2024 – Discover the Secret Cold War History of the ROC Underground Bunker at Holbeach.
Holbeach ROC Post Washway Road, Holbeach, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 Discover the military observation post hidden just a stone's throw from the road. Retired members of the Royal Observer Corps will share the history of the service and their memories of times spent in the bunker, monitoring for impending nuclear attacks. Most of the tour will take place…
HOD 2024 – Over Wold & Fen – Horncastle’s Carrier’s Cart Connections.
Sir Joseph Banks Centre Bridge Street, Horncastle, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 Come and see our display exploring the network of carrier's carts that once connected Horncastle to the villages and rural communities around it in the days before motor transport. Featuring maps, photos, and items from Horncastle History & Heritage Society’s Town Archive. Booklet number: 26b Region: ELDC Address:…
HOD 2024 – Wolds and Coast Churches Festival at St. Mary’s, Horncastle.
St Mary's Church, Horncastle Church La, Horncastle, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 St. Mary's, Horncastle is full of interest and historical connection, with links to the Dymoke family, the English Civil War, the Lincolnshire Rising and Alfred Lord Tennyson amongst others. Booklet number: 26c Region: ELDC Address: St. Mary's Church, Church Lane, Horncastle, LN9 5HW Time: Sat 7th 10.00 -…
HOD 2024 – Family Connections to Leverton.
St Helena's Church Main Rd A52, Leverton, Boston, LincolnshirePart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 St Helena's church, Leverton, proudly displays precious registers that date back to the 15th and 16th centuries. These are collected from the Lincoln Archives once a year, for the public to trace back their ancestors with some exciting finds from the past. St Helena's are able to give…
HOD 2024 – Come and view our beautifully restored Station building.
The Old Station Chapel Street, Market Rasen, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2024 Market Rasen Railway station has a beautifully restored building. Our restored railway station is now a thriving Day service for Adults with learning disabilities. We welcome all visitors to look around our historical displays from the start to the end of this building's amazing journey and we openly…