HOD – Boston Victorian Cemetary
Boston Cemetary Marian Road, Boston, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Opened in 1855, much of the original design can still be seen in the Victorian landscape gardens. Features include an avenue of Lime trees and a figure-of-eight path weaving among the gravestone and a wide variety of tree species. The remaining Chapel, the Lodge, and the Mortuary are…
HOD – Playing the Past – Lifting the Lid on the Caxton Theatre’s Archives, Costumes and Props
Caxton Theatre 128 Cleethorpe Road, Grimsby, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 It's our birthday! The Caxton Theatre is 80 years old this year. Can you imagine the number of items we've accumulated? We have chosen the best of our photographs of past productions, costumes and props for you to see, hold and even try on! A unique chance, come…
HOD – Art in our Open Church
Gainsborough United Reformed Church Church Street, Gainsborough, LincolnshirePart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 The Mayflower room contains a fascinating history of the Mayflower Pilgrims and is part of the Mayflower trail around the town of Gainsborough. There will be a small exhibition of art produced by talented amateur artists from a local group who meet in the church. Refreshments, with homemade…
HOD – Grave designs at Grantham’s Hidden Graveyard
Old Burial Ground Manthorpe Road, Grantham, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Grantham's overflow burial ground from 1812-57 is an evocative space and wildlife haven. In September there is usually a carpet of pink cyclamen. Engage with the stories of former residents through their artistic slate headstones and memorials. Family historians will be on hand to help with queries. Entrance…
HOD – Museum Mayhem
North Lincolnshire Museum Oswald Road, Scunthorpe, LincolnshirePart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Museum Mayhem! Fun free museum inspired arts and crafts are on offer for families. Learn more about objects in the collection at our object handling station. This activity will be staffed by knowledgeable Museum staff. Museum trails will be on offer and our dedicated under 5's space open…
HOD – Discover the Magdalen Museum Wainfleet
Magdalen Museum St John's Street, Wainfleet, Lincolnshire, UKPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 This Scheduled Ancient Monument, built in 1484 by William of Wainfleet (Lord High Chancellor of England), was in continuous use as a grammar school until 1933. Situated in the historic town and Mediaeval port of Wainfleet, it now houses a museum, library, tea rooms and a walled garden…
HOD – Artistic Sleaford: Main Event
Sleaford Museum 81 Southgate, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, UKPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 This year we will focus on 19th century Artists and Musicians, such as the Wedd sisters, Esme Roberts, Charles Shannon and in addition on Saturday 9th September only there will be an informative talk at 11.00 a.m. in Our Lady of Good Counsel Roman Catholic Church in Jermyn Street…
HOD – Voices from the past: Grantham heritage walks with Grantham Dramatic Society
Westgate entrance to the George Shopping Centre Grantham, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 A free Grantham walk that takes in some of the highlights of the town’s history. The 45-minute walk around the town centre is a real step back in time with costumed performers bringing colourful characters from Grantham’s past back to life. Taking place on Sunday 10 September the…
HOD – Sunday Afternoon at Grantham House and Gardens
Grantham House Grantham House (National Trust), Castlegate, Grantham, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Relax in the delightful 4-acre gardens at Grantham House. Enjoy a garden tour, partake of tea, coffee and cake and browse stalls including Grantham Civic Society's bonanza of local history books. Some paths may be uneven Booklet Number: 14f Region: SKDC Address: Grantham House, 45 Castlegate, Grantham, NG31…
HOD – Bygone Lincoln – A Pictorial Tour Presented by Chris Hewis
The Old School, Mill Hill, Nettleham, Lincoln The Old School, Mill Hill, Nettleham, Lincoln, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Victorian and Edwardian photographers recorded everything from Royal Visits to everyday events in the City. Using photographs from Saxilby History Group’s 'John Wilson Collection', see how much the City has changed in 100 years. Booklet Number: 26a Region: WLDC Address: The Old School, Mill Hill, Nettleham, Lincoln Time:…
HOD – An ‘Archway of Tears’ Sir Gilbert Scott’s Workhouse
Scott House 35 Skirbeck Road, Boston, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 1936 work house, built following the 1934 poor law amendment to help the poor. The workhouse was designed by Sir George Gilbert Scott a prolific architect of the nineteenth century, that could accommodate 350 paupers at a cost of 5,600. A fantastic building with hidden gems, a tour…
HOD – Get in the Theatre Habit this Heritage Week
Blackfriars Theatre and Arts Centre Spain Lane, Boston, Lincolnshire, United KingdomPart of the Lincolnshire HODs Festival 2023 Celebrating the history of Blackfriars, this extraordinary little theatre in a 13th Century friary, right in the heart of Boston’s cultural quarter. Enjoy a hands-on, sneak peek backstage experience, or a fun Heritage tour of this ancient building. Booklet Number: 5b Region: Boston Address: Blackfriars Theatre and Arts Centre,…