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Events Diary
| Summary of events in 2010 |  |  | | Tour of South Kyme Tower NOW FULLY BOOKED | | Sat, Jan 23, 2010 | | | | Lincolnshire Fenland LIDAR survey | | Tue, Feb 16, 2010 | | | | Hedgelaying at Tupholme Abbey | | Sun, Feb 21, 2010 | | | | Lincolnshire's Historic Buildings: Materials and Construction | | Tue, Feb 23, 2010 | | | | Introduction to being a Heritage Steward | | Sat, Mar 06, 2010 | | | | Tattershall Castle | | Thu, Mar 18, 2010 | | | | Interpreting Maps and Aerial Photographs | | Sat, Mar 27, 2010 | | | | Jenny Young's famous annual History and Archaeology Quiz | | Sat, Apr 17, 2010 | | | | The Car Dyke mystery | | Tue, Apr 20, 2010 | | | | Re-Launch of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project | | Mon, Apr 26, 2010 | | | | The Car Dyke | | Mon, May 10, 2010 | | | | Website training session | | Thu, May 20, 2010 | | | | Places of Worship Day School | | Sat, May 22, 2010 | | | | Wolds Walking Festival launch event | | Sat, May 22, 2010 | | | | Lost Churches and a Battlefield | | Thu, May 27, 2010 | | | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | | Thu, May 27, 2010 | | | | Abbeys and Woods | | Tue, Jun 01, 2010 | | | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | | Sat, Jun 05, 2010 | | | | Living history day at Temple Bruer | | Sat, Jun 12, 2010 | | | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | | Sat, Jun 12, 2010 | | | | The Trust at the Lincolnshire Show | | Wed, Jun 23, 2010 – Thu, Jun 24, 2010 | | | | Deserted Medieval Villages half day school | | Sat, Jun 26, 2010 | | | | Looking for Landscapes – Lincolnshire’s Parks and Gardens | | Sat, Jul 10, 2010 | | | | Heritage Lincolnshire at Heckington Show | | Sat, Jul 24, 2010 – Sun, Jul 25, 2010 | | | | Do you know an Arch from an Astragal or a Finial from a Fanlight?! | | Thu, Jul 29, 2010 | | | | 116 Past, Present and Future | | Sat, Jul 31, 2010 | | | | 600 Whiskies Unplugged day of Lincolnshire folk music, dance and song | | Sun, Aug 08, 2010 | | | | The new Little Dig at Hussey Tower | | Tue, Aug 10, 2010 | | | | Training day for young Heritage Stewards | | Tue, Aug 17, 2010 | | | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | | Mon, Aug 23, 2010 – Thu, Aug 26, 2010 | | | | 116 Secret Garden | | Tue, Aug 24, 2010 | | | | Boston Victorian Cemetery Open Day | | Sun, Sep 05, 2010 | | | | Heritage Open days 2010 | | Thu, Sep 09, 2010 – Sun, Sep 12, 2010 | | | | Battle of Britain Day | | Sat, Sep 11, 2010 | | | | 40's Dance and Disco | | Sat, Sep 11, 2010 | | | | Ancaster Roman Festival | | Sat, Sep 11, 2010 – Sun, Sep 12, 2010 | | | | Discovering Lincolnshire's Heritage | | Fri, Sep 17, 2010 – Fri, Sep 24, 2010 | | | | 116 BBQ | | Sun, Sep 19, 2010 | | | | An introductory tour of Lincolnshire's Historic Environment Record (HER) | | Thu, Sep 23, 2010 | | | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | | Sat, Sep 25, 2010 | | | | What the Romans did for us | | Mon, Oct 04, 2010 – Mon, Nov 08, 2010 | | | | Kite Flying day at Tupholme Abbey | | Tue, Oct 26, 2010 | | | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | | Sat, Nov 13, 2010 | | | | Summary of events in 2009 | | | | Hidden Lincolnshire – Catley Abbey | | Sun, Jan 18, 2009 | | | | Introduction to Archaeology | | Mon, Feb 02, 2009 – Mon, Mar 16, 2009 | | | | Medieval Day at Temple Bruer | | Sat, Feb 07, 2009 | | | | Grantham Medieval Conference | | Sat, Apr 25, 2009 | | | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | | Sat, May 09, 2009 | | | | Talk - Lincolnshire's Heritage | | Wed, May 13, 2009 | | | | Wolds Walking Festival launch | | Sat, May 16, 2009 | | | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | | Sat, May 16, 2009 | | | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | | Tue, May 19, 2009 – Thu, May 21, 2009 | | | | Starting to climb your family tree | | Wed, May 27, 2009 – Wed, Jun 03, 2009 | | | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | | Thu, May 28, 2009 | | | | Temple Bruer Walk | | Sat, May 30, 2009 | | | | Special events at Bolingbroke Castle in June, July and August | | June | | | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | | Tue, Jun 02, 2009 – Wed, Jun 03, 2009 | | | | Bolingbroke Open Gardens and Living History weekend | | Sat, Jun 06, 2009 – Sun, Jun 07, 2009 | | | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | | Sat, Jun 06, 2009 | | | | Railway Evening | | Tue, Jun 23, 2009 | | | | Heritage Lincolnshire at Heckington Show | | Sat, Jul 25, 2009 – Sun, Jul 26, 2009 | | | | Open Evening at Holbeach ROC post | | Wed, Aug 05, 2009 | | | | Discovering the archaeology of Bolingbroke Castle moat | | Sun, Aug 16, 2009 | | | | Children's pond-dipping at Bolingbroke Castle | | Sat, Aug 22, 2009 | | | | Discovering the archaeology of Bolingbroke Castle Moat | | Sat, Aug 22, 2009 – Sun, Aug 23, 2009 | | | | Heritage Open Days | | Thu, Sep 10, 2009 – Sun, Sep 13, 2009 | | | | Talk - The Car Dyke | | Mon, Sep 14, 2009 | | | | Templars, Hospitallers and Leper Knights in Kesteven | | Sat, Sep 19, 2009 | | | | EMESS at Mud and Stud Barn, Tumby Moorside | | Sat, Sep 19, 2009 | | | | The Knights of Skirbeck at Hussey Tower | | Sun, Oct 04, 2009 | | | | An Introduction to Archaeology | | Mon, Oct 12, 2009 – Mon, Nov 16, 2009 | | | | A Celebration of Irons! Their production and uses | | Sat, Oct 24, 2009 | | | | History and Archaeology Quiz | | November | | | | Talk - The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire | | Sun, Nov 01, 2009 | | | | Talk - Tattershall Castle | | Tue, Nov 17, 2009 | | | | Discover Bourne | | Sun, Dec 06, 2009 | | | | Bolingbroke Moat project - Exhibition and presentation of survey results | | Thu, Dec 10, 2009 | | |
Details of events in 2010 | Saturday, January 23, 2010 | | Tour of South Kyme Tower NOW FULLY BOOKED | 10.30 am | At South Kyme, just a couple of hundred yards from the church, stands a great battlemented stone tower. It's 77 feet high with four storeys and is extrememly well built from Lincolnshire limestone. This is the last remaining fragment of a great manor house built in the 1350's by the then lord of the manor, Gilbert de Umfraville.
Gilbert's house stood for nearly four hundred years until it was demolished (all but the tower) in around 1725. During the Second World War, South Kyme Tower served as a lookout post for the home guard.
The tower is on private land and is not normally accessible, but with the kind permission of the landowners, we have arranged a guided tour on Saturday 23rd January at 10.30 am. The tour will also include the adjacent church, which is a fragment of the Augustinian Priory founded in 1169.
Join Penny Ward and Dave Start for an interesting insight into this grand tower. The tour is free of charge, but booking is essential.
To book a place on the tour please telephone 01529 461499 | |
| Tuesday, February 16, 2010 | | Lincolnshire Fenland LIDAR survey | 7.15pm | Join NE Lincs Archaeology and Local History Society to hear Steve Malone talking about his LIDAR survey project. Non-members £2.00 Telephone 01472 236827 for further details | |
| Sunday, February 21, 2010 | | Hedgelaying at Tupholme Abbey | 10.00am to 4.00pm | Funded by the Lincolnshire Limewoods project. Learn the traditional craft of hedgelaying at the historic Tupholme Abbey site. All tools and tuition provided. Bring a packed lunch and wear strong footwear and suitable clothing.
Please note that this event is now fully booked. FREE but booking essential as places limited. Telephone 01529 461499 | |
| Tuesday, February 23, 2010 | | Lincolnshire's Historic Buildings: Materials and Construction | 7.30pm |
Community Room, Grantham Museum
A free event organised as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk project and open to all. Join Liz Bates, Historic Buildings Manager for Heritage Lincolnshire to discover how the varied geology of the county has influenced the materials and construction of Lincolnshire's historic buildings.
For further information on this project, including details of how to register as a volunteer Heritage Steward visit www.lincshar.org
The project is supported by South Kesteven District Council, English Heritage, Lincolnshire County Council, the Heritage Lottery Fund and other partners.
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| Saturday, March 06, 2010 | | Introduction to being a Heritage Steward | |
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED
10am - 3.30pm
Stamford Arts Centre, 27 St Mary's Street, Stamford
Come along to find out how you can get involved in the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk project.
To book and for further information on this project, including details of how to register as a volunteer Heritage Steward visit www.lincshar.org
The project is supported by South Kesteven District Council, English Heritage, Lincolnshire County Council, the Heritage Lottery Fund and other partners.
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| Thursday, March 18, 2010 | | Tattershall Castle | 8.00pm | Join Stickford History Group to hear Dave Start speaking about Tattershall Castle.Non-members £2.00 Contact 01205 480477 for details | |
| Saturday, March 27, 2010 | | Interpreting Maps and Aerial Photographs | 9.30am to 12.30pm |
THIS EVENT IS NOW FULLY BOOKED
As part of the Heritage at Risk project Denise Drury's half-day school provides an introduction to using and interpreting maps and aerial photographs.
Please book via the Heritage at Risk website: www.lincshar.org or call 01529 461499
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| Saturday, April 17, 2010 | | Jenny Young's famous annual History and Archaeology Quiz | |
Open to all local history and archaeology groups in the county.
Due to logistical problems the quiz regretfully cannot be held on Saturday 17th April.
A new date will be arranged shortly.
Further details to be announced soon
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| Tuesday, April 20, 2010 | | The Car Dyke mystery | 7.45pm | Join Hough on the Hill History Society at Carlton Scroop Village hall for Dave Start's talk about the Car Dyke. There will be a small charge for non-members. Contact 01400 250173 for further details | |
| Monday, April 26, 2010 | | Re-Launch of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project | 3pm - 7.30pm |
Woodland Suite, Petwood Hotel, Woodhall Spa
A free event open to all to celebrate the recent grant of over £300,000 from the Heritage Lottery Fund for this project.
Drop in any time between 3pm and 7.30pm and meet the new LH@R project team. The event will showcase the achievements of our volunteer Heritage Stewards to date and will provide information on how you can access training and become a volunteer yourself!
The celebration will be attended by staff and volunteers who will be happy to chat about their experiences and let you know about our plans for the next few years.
Free refreshments will be provided.
The project has been supported by the partners listed on the LHAR website.
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| Monday, May 10, 2010 | | The Car Dyke | 4.30pm | Dave Start talks to the Lincolnshire Historical Association at Little Hale Methodist Chapel.
If you missed last month's talk, another cahnce to learn about the Roman Car Dyke. Open to non-members (a small donation would be welcome).
For further details contact 01529 460553 | |
| Thursday, May 20, 2010 | | Website training session | 7pm - 9pm |
The Old School, Heckington, NG34 9RW
This event will provide an introduction to using the LHAR website, it will cover such skills as how to download the survey forms for your chosen site, how to input your survey data and how to upload your photographs. It is intended for those who would like to develop their IT skills in order to make full use of the project website and is open to both registered Heritage Stewards and those who would like to learn more about becoming a volunteer. The session will start at 7pm and will finish at approximately 9pm. Refreshments will be provided. This event is free of charge, however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL due to a limited number of places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Saturday, May 22, 2010 | | Places of Worship Day School | 10 am - 4pm |
Carlton Scroop Village Hall
Join Dr Matthew Godfrey to learn more about Lincolnshire’s historic churches. This event will be in the form of a day school, the morning will be based in Carlton Scroop Village Hall with practical demonstration at St Nicholas Church, Carlton Scroop. After lunch there will be an opportunity to visit All Saints Church at Hough-on-the-Hill for another practical session. The course will cover the development of the English church, liturgy and architecture. This event is free of charge, however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL due to a limited number of places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Saturday, May 22, 2010 | | Wolds Walking Festival launch event | | Home Farm, Withcall, near Louth
The Trust is delighted to be a partner of the Wolds Walking festival. Come along and visit us at the festival launch to find aout about our work and current projects.
For more information about the festival visit www.woldswalkingfestival.co.uk or call 01507 601111 | |
| Thursday, May 27, 2010 | | Lost Churches and a Battlefield | 2.30pm | As part of the Wolds Walking festival join Penny Ward for an afternoon walk of about 3 and a half miles starting from Winceby and taking in the villages of Hameringham and Asgarby looking at the history and archaeology of the a rea, including the site of the English Civil War battle of Winceby. A fairly easy walk along public footpaths, tracks and quiet lanes. There are some stiles to negotiate. Dogs on leads are permitted. FREE but booking is required. Contact Heritage Lincolnshire for details on 01529 461499 | |
| Thursday, May 27, 2010 | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 4pm |
Jews Court, 2-3 Steep Hill, Lincoln, Lincolnshire LN2 1LS
Join us for an introduction to the role of Heritage Steward and for more information about volunteering as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project. The morning will be based in Jews Court, Lincoln and lunch will be provided free of charge. In the afternoon there will be an opportunity to get out and about in Lincoln and gain some practical skills. All are welcome and no previous experience is required. The event opens at 10am and will finish at approximately 4pm. This event is free of charge, however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL due to a limited number of places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Tuesday, June 01, 2010 | | Abbeys and Woods | 1.00pm | Part of the Wolds Walking festival. Join Dave Start for an afternoon walk taking in two of the Abbeys of the Witham Valley and parts of ancient Lincolnshire Limewoods. A quick tour of the abbey sites and a talk on their history is included. Suitable for all ages.
Dogs on leads are permitted Meet outside Bardney Church in Church Lane, Bardney, LN3 5TZ. Street parking around Bardney village centre. For further details call 01529 461499 | |
| Saturday, June 05, 2010 | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 4pm |
Burgh le Marsh Community Centre, High St, Burgh le Marsh, PE24 5JS
Join us for an introduction to the role of Heritage Steward and for more information about volunteering as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project. The morning will be based in Burgh le Marsh Community Centre. After lunch (provided by us) there will be an opportunity to get out and about in Burgh le Marsh and gain some practical skills. This event is free of charge, however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL due to a limited number of places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499. Additionally, this event will also feature a short introduction to the Lincolnshire Costal Grazing Marshes project; Heritage Lincolnshire are currently undertaking a study of the heritage of the Lincolnshire Coastal Grazing Marshes on behalf of Lincolnshire County Council. The work includes collecting stories and memories from people who live and work in the area, particularly around Burgh le Marsh, Huttoft / Anderby and Saltfleet / Mablthorpe. There will be a short introduction to the history of the grazing marshes at the training event and an opportunity to help us by sharing your memories and views. If you are unable to attend the event but have memories of the grazing marshes and how they have changed that you would like to share please contact Denise Drury at Heritage Lincolnshire 01529 461499 or info@lincsheritage.org.
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| Saturday, June 12, 2010 | | Living history day at Temple Bruer | 11.00am to 4.30pm | When Knights Templar fell from favour in the early 14th century Temple Bruer passed to the Knights Hospitaller.
Meet a real life Knight Hospitaller and a medieval herbalist and find out about their life and work.
Join Gary Taylor for a walk on the heath starting at 1.30pm. Tower open for tours throughout the day. | |
| Saturday, June 12, 2010 | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 3.30pm |
Horncastle Community Centre
A training session, open to all, to introduce the aims of the LH@R project and the role of a volunteer Heritage Steward. The morning will be based in Horncastle Community Centre and lunch will be provided free of charge. In the afternoon there will be an opportunity to get out and about in Horncastle and gain some practical skills. No previous experience is necessary and we aim to offer an enjoyable day discovering the rich heritage of the area. There is no obligation to sign up as a volunteer but we welcome all that wish to. The event opens at 10am and will finish at approximately 3.30pm. This event is free of charge, however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL due to a limited number of places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Wednesday, June 23, 2010 – Thursday, June 24, 2010 | | The Trust at the Lincolnshire Show | | Visit the Trust at the Lincolnshire Show. Have a go at being an archaeologist at the Little Dig, find out about our current work and projects and pick up your copy of this year's Heritage Open Days booklet. | |
| Saturday, June 26, 2010 | | Deserted Medieval Villages half day school | 10am - 2pm |
Donington on Bain Village Hall and Biscathorpe
Join Dave Start for a half day school on Lincolnshire’s Deserted Medieval Villages. The session will involve an explanation on how to identify surviving earthworks at these sites followed by a visit to Biscathorpe deserted medieval village, which is a short drive from Donington on Bain therefore you will need your own transport. This event is free of charge, however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL due to a limited number of places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Saturday, July 10, 2010 | | Looking for Landscapes – Lincolnshire’s Parks and Gardens | 10am - 12pm |
Leasingham Village Hall
A talk by Steffie Shields, photographer, writer and lecturer specialising in historic landscapes, gardens and plant portraiture. She is Vice Chairman of the Lincolnshire Gardens Trust and Publicity Officer for the (National) Association of Garden Trusts. The event will finish at approximately 12pm. Refreshments will be provided. This event is open to all and is free to attend. Booking is essential as places are limited, if you are already a registered volunteer booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Saturday, July 24, 2010 – Sunday, July 25, 2010 | | Heritage Lincolnshire at Heckington Show | | Visit us in the heritage area at Heckington Show to find out about our current projects, have a go at being an archaeologist at the new Little Dig, and pick up your copy of this year's Heritage Open Days booklet. | |
| Thursday, July 29, 2010 | | Do you know an Arch from an Astragal or a Finial from a Fanlight?! | 7pm - 9pm |
Folkingham Village Hall
Architectural terms demystified; a talk by Dr Matthew Godfrey. This 2 hour session will uncover the meanings of complicated architectural terms and help you to identify such features in buildings. Refreshments will be provided. This event is free to attend, booking is essential. If you are already a registered volunteer booking is available through the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Saturday, July 31, 2010 | | 116 Past, Present and Future | 11.00 am - 3.00 pm |  Heritage Lincolnshire is working to repair the historic building at 116 High Street, Boston and bring it back into use for the benefit of the local community. Why not come to one or more of our summer events to find out more?
Drop in between 11am - 3pm at 116 High Street, Boston
Come along and learn more about the building's history, its current state and future plans for 116 High Street. Architect Mary Anderson will be on hand from 11am - 12noon to discuss how this historic building was constructed and how it has changed over time. Please bring along any old photographs, stories, or memories you have of the building and the surrounding area and add them to out 116 High Street interactive timeline. We will also be launching the 116 Boston Burger Competition to create a burger inspired by the local area and its produce! | |
| Sunday, August 08, 2010 | | 600 Whiskies Unplugged day of Lincolnshire folk music, dance and song | 11.00am til' late | At the George Hotel, Leadenham. A concert, stalls, BBQ, workshops, sessions and singarounds. To find out more visit '600 Whiskies' on Facebook, or email 600whiskies@googlemail.com | |
| Tuesday, August 10, 2010 | | The new Little Dig at Hussey Tower | 12.00 noon - 4.00pm | As part of the Wash Week celebrations, the Little Dig will be at Hussey Tower, Skirbeck road, boston. Another chance for budding young archaeologists to try their hands at digging for finds. Plus a chance to see inside the 15th century tower. No unaccompanied children please. | |
| Tuesday, August 17, 2010 | | Training day for young Heritage Stewards | 10.30am-3.30pm |
Are you aged 16-25?
Want to learn more about your local heritage?
Do you want to develop your skills and gain some valuable work experience?
This one day event will give you the opportunity to train as a Heritage Steward. You will be shown how to carry out surveys on historic buildings and archaeological sites in order to determine whether they are at risk. The day will feature a practical session which will give you the chance to survey some historic buildings in Heckington. Also included will be a visit to the famous eight-sailed windmill! The event is free of charge and includes lunch, it will start at 10.30am and finish at 3.30pm. Everyone welcome, no experience necessary. Booking is essential; to book your place contact the Heritage at Risk team on 01529 461499 or email heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org. This event is being delivered in partnership with Vinvolved Lincolnshire.
Venue: Heritage Lincolnshire’s Offices, The Old School, Cameron Street, Heckington, NG34 9RW | |
| Monday, August 23, 2010 – Thursday, August 26, 2010 | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | 7pm - 9pm |
Grantham Museum
An introductory training event on the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk project and the role of a volunteer Heritage Steward. This event will be held over two evenings. The first evening session will be held at Grantham Musuem from 7.00pm to 9.00pm, refreshments will be provided. The second evening session will be an opportunity to get out and about around Grantham and gain some practical skills. This will begin at 7pm and finish at approximately 9pm. This event is open to all and no previous experience is necessary. Anybody who wishes to take part in this event should be available to attend both evening sessions. This event is free of charge, however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL due to a limited number of places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the LHAR website, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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| Tuesday, August 24, 2010 | | 116 Secret Garden | 10.00am - 12.00 noon | Heritage Lincolnshire is working to repair the historic building at 116 High Street, Boston and bring it back into use for the benefit of the local community. Why not come to one or more of our summer events to find out more?
Come along and create your own Secret Garden.
What lies behind the gates of 116 High Street? We are planning to make the land behind 116 into a garden for the local community. Pop in for half an hour and show us your ideas for this secret garden in this craft based workshop. An ideal summer holiday activity for children and adults alike! | |
| Sunday, September 05, 2010 | | Boston Victorian Cemetery Open Day | 11.00am - 4.00pm | Boston Crematorium PE21 9HY.
Historic park, garden and cemetery open day. Boot Fair, charity stalls, outdoor scuptures, picnic area. Food stalls wildlife flora fauna, walk. Free entry.
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| Thursday, September 09, 2010 – Sunday, September 12, 2010 | | Heritage Open days 2010 | | This year's Heritage Open Days weekend will take place between Thursday 9th and Sunday 12th September. Over 90 FREE events at venues around the county. The theme for 2010 is Lincolnshire at War - Through the Ages. Booklets are available from TICs, libraries or via this website. | |
| Saturday, September 11, 2010 | | Battle of Britain Day | 10.00am - 5.00pm | Lincolnshire Aviation Heritage Centre, East Kirkby, Spilsby, Lincs. PE23 4DE
Avro Lanacaster taxy-runs and a Spitfire and ME-109 dogfight flying display and airfield attack. Experience real wartime aircraft on a real wartime airfield. The sights, sounds, smell and atmosphere of World War 11.
Please note this is NOT a Lincolnshire Heritage Open Day Event.
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| Saturday, September 11, 2010 | | 40's Dance and Disco | 8.00pm - Midnight | Caythorpe 40's Dance & Disco.
Event to be held on Saturday 11th September 2010 at Caythorpe Village Hall, High Street, Caythorpe from 8.00 pm untill midnight. Refreshments and bar available. Tickets are £5 and can be purchased in advance from Mrs Gerard Tel: 01400 273980 or on the night.
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| Saturday, September 11, 2010 – Sunday, September 12, 2010 | | Ancaster Roman Festival | From 1.00pm | Saturday
Roman Military Research Society Re-enactment Group showing the military and civilian side of Roman life.
The Ancaster Dig
Observe the Grantham Archaeological Group in a live dig over the weekend at sites around the village. There is a chance to join in by becoming a temporary member of the group for one hour for a pound per person including children who must be accompanied by an adult.
What have you found in your garden
Bring your pieces of pot or coins to the Playing Field dig for one of our experts to try and date or identify what you have found.
The Pavilion Tea Rooms
Sunday
The Ancaster Roman Trail Treasure Hunt
Follow the clues to various sites around the village and a chance to win a prize at the end of the trail.
The Roman Barbecue
Both days
The Ancaster Dig
Children's Crafts
Shield Making, Mosaic making and wordsearches
Storytelling and ballads
The Museum of Roman Ancaster
The Ancaster Roman Weekend Real Ale Festival.
There is free parking and most events have disabled access. | |
| Friday, September 17, 2010 – Friday, September 24, 2010 | | Discovering Lincolnshire's Heritage | 9.30am - 12.30pm |
Discovering Lincolnshire's Heritage
A two part short course on 17th and 24th September 2010, 9.30am to 12.30pm held at The Old School Heckington. Explore the rich heritage of the county and learn more about what gives Lincolnshire its unique character. Take a brief look at the changing historic landscape and chart its development from ancient to modern.
Come along and learn about your local heritage. The GROW programme of lifelong learning is run by Lincolnshire County Council. Heritage Lincolnshire is delivering 12 short courses between September 2010 and July 2011. Each course is made up of two half-day sessions, held over a two week period. All courses are free. We aim to attract new learners and courses are one to all aged 19 years and over on 31st August 2010. Courses will be held at The Old School, Heckington.
Booking is essential and you will need to complete an enrolment form. Contact us on 01529 461499 or email info@lincsheritage.org
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| Sunday, September 19, 2010 | | 116 BBQ | To be confirmed | Heritage Lincolnshire is working to repair the historic building at 116 High Street, Boston and bring it back into use for the benefit of the local community. Why not come to one or more of our summer events to find out more?
Come along to the High Street South Neighbourhood Group's annual BBQ to see an exhibition of what happened at the first two events and what we learnt from them. Find out what we will be doing next and sample the winning burger of the 116 Boston Burger competition! | |
| Thursday, September 23, 2010 | | An introductory tour of Lincolnshire's Historic Environment Record (HER) | 10:00 till 12:00 | The Lincolnshire Historic Environment Record (HER) contains information on archaeology and standing buildings from the Palaeolithic (early Stone Age) to almost the present day. It holds information on everything from Lincoln Cathedral to scatters of Roman pottery. The actual records held in the HER come from a variety of sources including: aerial photographs, maps, journals, and archaeological reports. The Lincolnshire HER also contains its own specialist library as well as a computerised database. The HER can be used by both professionals and amateurs to help with historical research and for information on any historic asset in the county from the development of a village to the history of an individual house. This visit to the HER in Lincoln will be over two hours and will guide visitors around the collection of records and show how they have developed. Visitors will also be given a practical demonstration on how the database works and how it is used. To book e-mail: heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or call: 01529 461499 | |
| Saturday, September 25, 2010 | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 3.30pm |
Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward
The Reading Room, Church Street, Holbeach, Lincolnshire, PE12 7LL
Join us for an introduction to the role of Heritage Steward and for more information about volunteering as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project. The morning will be based at The Reading Room, Holbeach and lunch will be provided free of charge. In the afternoon there will be an opportunity to get out and about in Holbeach and gain some practical skills. No previous experience is necessary and we aim to offer an enjoyable day discovering the rich heritage of Holbeach. There is no obligation to sign up as a volunteer but we welcome all who wish to do so. The event opens at 10am and will finish at approximately 3.30pm. All events organised through this project are free to attend. PLEASE BOOK BY TELEPHONE (01529) 461499 or email heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org. Registered volunteers can book via the website at www.lincshar.org.
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| Monday, October 04, 2010 – Monday, November 08, 2010 | | What the Romans did for us | 7.30pm - 9.00pm | Dave Start presents this 6 week course on the archaeology of the Roman period. Each Monday evening from 4th October - 8th November at Louth Museum, 4, Broadbank, Louth, LN11 0EQ.
Topics covered include Britain before the Romans; Soldiers, Forts and Roads; Roman towns and life; Roman Lincolnshire; Romans in the countryside- the Roman villa and Roman crafts and industry.
Booking essential. Tel: 01529 461499 or email: info@lincsheritage.org | |
| Tuesday, October 26, 2010 | | Kite Flying day at Tupholme Abbey | 11.00am - 4.00pm | Heritage Lincolnshire invites you to a special half term event with kite flying expert Steve Sutton. Come along and try your hand at this exciting sport. Feel free to bring your own kite if you have one. Please wear suitable clothing and footwear. Children should be accompanied by an adult please. | |
| Saturday, November 13, 2010 | | Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 3pm |
Introduction to becoming a Heritage Steward
Market Rasen Church of England Primary School, Mill Road, Market Rasen, LN8 3BL
This one day event will teach you the skills required to become a volunteer Heritage Steward for the Heritage at Risk project. The morning session will introduce you to the project and teach you how to complete the survey forms, this will be based at Market Rasen Church of England Primary School and will start at 10am. After lunch, provided by us, a practical session will give you the opportunity to have a go at surveying some historic buildings in Market Rasen, this will finish at approximately 3pm. The event is open to all, no experience is necessary. Volunteers must be aged over 16 or accompanied by an adult. It is free to attend however BOOKING IS ESSENTIAL as there are limited places. If you are already registered as a volunteer, booking is available via the website at www.lincshar.org, alternatively contact heritage-at-risk@lincsheritage.org or ring 01529 461499.
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Details of events in 2009 | Sunday, January 18, 2009 | | Hidden Lincolnshire – Catley Abbey | 10.30am – 12.30pm | Digby Road, Walcott Fen. (TF 119 558)
A chance to explore one of Lincolnshire’s most important but least known historic sites. Catley has a rich history that includes prehistoric ceremonial monuments, the remains of a Gilbertine priory and a 19th century seltzer spring! Join staff from Heritage Lincolnshire to explore this fascinating site. | |
| Monday, February 02, 2009 – Monday, March 16, 2009 | | Introduction to Archaeology | 7.30pm-9.00pm | Mondays – 2nd, 9th, 16th February and 2nd, 9th, 16th March.
Heritage Lincolnshire, Cameron Street, Heckington
Learn about archaeology and modern archaeological techniques from archaeologists! David Start will be coordinating this six week course, which will focus on British prehistory with special reference to Lincolnshire and consider the approaches and techniques used by 21st century archaeologists.
£10 per session or £50 for the whole 6 week course.
Contact 01529 461499 or info@lincsheritage.org for more information and to book your place.
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| Saturday, February 07, 2009 | | Medieval Day at Temple Bruer | 11am - 3.30pm | Temple Farm, Temple Bruer (TF 008 539)
Gain an insight into medieval life with the Knights of Skirbeck at the country’s most important and best preserved Knights Templar Preceptory. There will be in-depth tours of the surviving remains of the Preceptory throughout the day and your first opportunity to get a copy of the long awaited reprint of Dennis Mills’s popular book, The Knights Templar in Kesteven, which will be launched at this event. | |
| Saturday, April 25, 2009 | | Grantham Medieval Conference | 9.30am - 4.30pm | Guildhall Arts Centre, Grantham.
The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire and Grantham Museum are holding a conference to present some aspects of Medieval Grantham on Saturday 25th April 2009.
The intention is to use the papers to create a published volume on Medieval Grantham as we feel that although Grantham is a great historic town, it has very little in print in the established literature.
We plan to present six papers during the day - a draft programme is below.
9.30am Registration and coffee
10.00am Formal opening of the Conference
Introduction and Welcome (David Start)
Morning Session Chaired by Malcolm Knapp
10.05am Post medieval houses (inc Grantham House) by Dr Beryl Lott
10.50am St Wulfram's Church by John Maddison
11.35am Religious houses in Grantham by Dr Glyn Coppack
12.20pm Lunch (lunch is available in a wide variety of establishments nearby,
including the cafe at the Arts Centre)
Following lunch please take time to explore Grantham Museum (adjacent to the Arts Centre). The current exhibition "Grantham Then and Now" includes aspects of medieval Grantham relevant to the conference themes.
Afternoon Session Chaired by Dr Tudor Craig
2.00pm The Oratory, the Apple Cross and Bishop Fox by David Stocker
2.45pm The Angel and Royal by Philip Dixon
3.30pm Development of the medieval town: some preliminary thoughts by
David Start with David Stocker
4.15pm Closing remarks
The proceedings of this congerence, together with other papers on Medieval Grantham will be published in a volume entitled Studies of Medieval Grantham. It will be launched at Grantham Arts Centre in October 2009. Reserve your copy at the conference.
Tickets now available at £10 each. Contact 01529 461499 or info@lincsheritage.org for more information and to book your place. | |
| Saturday, May 09, 2009 | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | 10 am - 3.30pm | Heritage Lincolnshire is offering training in becoming a volunteer Heritage Steward as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project (funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, English Heritage and Lincolnshire County Council). The full day session will include more information about the project and the role of the Heritage Steward, a free lunch, and a practical session looking at the historic buildings, sites and open spaces in the local area.
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| Wednesday, May 13, 2009 | | Talk - Lincolnshire's Heritage | 7.30pm | Join Coningsby, Tattershall and District Local History Society to hear Dave Start's popular talk on Lincolnshire's heritage.
Non-members welcome. Cost £1.00 To be held at the Methodist Church, Silver Street, Coningsby | |
| Saturday, May 16, 2009 | | Wolds Walking Festival launch | 10.00am - 4.00pm | The fifth Lincolnshire Wolds Walking Festival offers a vast choice of over 80 organised walks in the Lincolnshire Wolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and surrounding countryside.
The launch of the Festival will take place on Saturday 16th May 2009 in Market Rasen. Visit the Trust's stand at the launch to find out about our current projects and see some of our new publications. To be held at the Festival Hall, Market Rasen | |
| Saturday, May 16, 2009 | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 3.30pm | Heritage Lincolnshire is offering training in becoming a volunteer Heritage Steward as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project (funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, English Heritage and Lincolnshire County Council). The full day session will include more information about the project and the role of the Heritage Steward, a free lunch, and a practical session looking at the historic buildings, sites and open spaces in the local area.
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| Tuesday, May 19, 2009 – Thursday, May 21, 2009 | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | 7pm- 9pm (both days) | Heritage Lincolnshire is offering training in becoming a volunteer Heritage Steward as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project (funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, English Heritage and Lincolnshire County Council). The two evening sessions will include more information about the project and the role of the Heritage Steward, and a practical session looking at the historic buildings, sites and open spaces in the local area. Refreshments will be provided.
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| Wednesday, May 27, 2009 – Wednesday, June 03, 2009 | | Starting to climb your family tree | 10.00am - 3.00pm | An introduction to family history research. Historian Sue Brown leads a two day course on the main sources and how to use them, plus how to organise and structure your research.
Cost £60 for both sessions or £35 for a single session.
Unfortunately we are unable to run this course at present. Keep a look out for further details as we hope to be able to do so later this year. To be held at The Old School, Cameron Street, Heckington, Sleaford, NG34 9RW | |
| Thursday, May 28, 2009 | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 3.30pm | Heritage Lincolnshire is offering training in becoming a volunteer Heritage Steward as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project (funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, English Heritage and Lincolnshire County Council). The full day session will include more information about the project and the role of the Heritage Steward, a free lunch, and a practical session looking at the historic buildings, sites and open spaces in the local area.
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| Saturday, May 30, 2009 | | Temple Bruer Walk | 10.30am - 1.30pm | Join staff from the Trust for a look at the Knights Templar preceptory and its surrounding landscape.
Dennis Mills's book, The Knights Templar in Kesteven, recently revised by the Trust, will be relaunched at the event.
Temple Farm, Temple Bruer, LN5 0DQ (Grid ref: TF 008539) | |
| June | | Special events at Bolingbroke Castle in June, July and August | | The Friends of Bolingbroke Castle have applied for a grant to run events in association with the Trust's forthcoiming moat restoration project. Contact the Trust or keep an eye on www.bolingbrokecastle.com to find our more. | |
| Tuesday, June 02, 2009 – Wednesday, June 03, 2009 | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | 7pm- 9pm (both days) | Heritage Lincolnshire is offering training in becoming a volunteer Heritage Steward as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project (funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, English Heritage and Lincolnshire County Council). The two evening sessions will include more information about the project and the role of the Heritage Steward, and a practical session looking at the historic buildings, sites and open spaces in the local area. Free refreshments will be provided.
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| Saturday, June 06, 2009 – Sunday, June 07, 2009 | | Bolingbroke Open Gardens and Living History weekend | | A weekend of family entertainment in the village. Living history by the Sealed Knot at the castle from 9.30am, open gardens from 1.00pm and much more.
Admission £3.50, under 16's free. To include parking.
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| Saturday, June 06, 2009 | | An Introduction to Becoming a Heritage Steward | 10am - 3.30pm | Heritage Lincolnshire is offering training in becoming a volunteer Heritage Steward as part of the Lincolnshire Heritage at Risk Project (funded by the Heritage Lottery Fund, English Heritage and Lincolnshire County Council). The full day session will include more information about the project and the role of the Heritage Steward, a free lunch, and a practical session looking at the historic buildings, sites and open spaces in the local area.
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| Tuesday, June 23, 2009 | | Railway Evening | 7.00pm |
Join the newly formed Spring Wells Heritage Group for a Railway Evening at the Old Ship Inn in Pointon From 7.00pm on Tuesday 23rd June 2009. During the event there will be a talk and memories of the former Bourne to Sleaford railway line.
The Spring Well Heritage Group is made up of local people and is centered on Billingborough, Dowsby, Horbling and Pointon with Sempringham. Anyone with an interest in the history and heritage of the villages and surrounding areas can join.
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| Saturday, July 25, 2009 – Sunday, July 26, 2009 | | Heritage Lincolnshire at Heckington Show | | Visit the 142nd annual Heckington Show, the largest village show in England. Join staff from the Trust to have a go at being an archaeologist at the 'Little Dig'. Find out about the Trust's projects and pick up the 2009 Heritage Open Days booklet. From 9.30am on Saturday 25th July and from 9.00am on Sunday 26th July | |
| Wednesday, August 05, 2009 | | Open Evening at Holbeach ROC post | 4.30, 5.30, 6.30pm | A chance to visit the Trust's Royal Observer Corps underground monitoring station, and to find out about the important work of the ROC volunteers during the Cold War.
Booking will be essential. Washway Road, Holbeach (Grid ref: TF 364263) | |
| Sunday, August 16, 2009 | | Discovering the archaeology of Bolingbroke Castle moat | 10.30am - 4.00pm | Come along to Bolingbroke Castle and join us to investigate the archaeology of the castle moat in advance of the planned restoration work in the autumn. Volunteers are needed to help take auger samples from the moat. Environmental archaeologist James Rackham will be directing the survey and explaining the interpretation of the samples taken. No previous experience is needed but booking is required. The survey will be carried out over 3 separate days on 16th, 22nd and 23rd August. Please pick the date that suits you best. Contact us to book a place. Please wear wellingtons and dress for the weather on the day. Bring a packed lunch or visit the nearby Black Horse pub. | |
| Saturday, August 22, 2009 | | Children's pond-dipping at Bolingbroke Castle | 1.30, 2.15, 3.00, 3. | Your chance to come along with your parents or carers and have a close-up look at the creatures that live in Bolingbroke Castle moat. Ecology expert Richard Chadd will be on hand to explain about this important wildlife habitat and to help you identify your catch. Equipment will be provided. Just bring an adult, your wellies, and a picnic too if you like. Booking with Heritage Lincolnshire is essential. Choose the time that suits you best. Children must be accompanied by a responsible adult. Wellingtons will definitely be required. | |
| Saturday, August 22, 2009 – Sunday, August 23, 2009 | | Discovering the archaeology of Bolingbroke Castle Moat | 10.00am - 4.30pm | Come along to Bolingbroke Castle and join us to investigate the archaeology of the castle moat in advance of the planned restoration work in the autumn. Volunteers are needed to help take auger samples from the moat. Environmental archaeologist James Rackham will be directing the survey and explaining the interpretation of the samples taken. No previous experience is needed but booking is required. The survey will be carried out over 3 separate days on 16th, 22nd and 23rd August. Please pick the date that suits you best. Contact us to book a place. Please wear wellingtons and dress for the weather on the day. Bring a packed lunch or visit the nearby Black Horse pub.
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| Thursday, September 10, 2009 – Sunday, September 13, 2009 | | Heritage Open Days | | Around 70 special FREE events on the theme of Arts, Literature and Music in Lincolnshire. Booklets available from TICs or see the Heritage Open Days page on this website | |
| Monday, September 14, 2009 | | Talk - The Car Dyke | 7.30pm | Join Grantham Local History Society to hear Dave Start's talk about the Roman Car Dyke.
Non-members welcome. Cost £2.00
Grantham Museum, St Peter's Hill, Grantham | |
| Saturday, September 19, 2009 | | Templars, Hospitallers and Leper Knights in Kesteven | 10.00am - 4.30pm | Join Neil Parker for a day school giving an introduction to the military orders and their role in medieval Lincolnshire. The course will look at the origins of the enigmatic military orders of monks during the Crusades, their role in trading and banking and their subsequent demise. The latter part of the day will examine their role in Lincolnshire and the management of their extensive estates.
Cost £25.00
BOOKING ESSENTIAL To be held at The Old School, Cameron Street, Heckington, NG34 9RW | |
| Saturday, September 19, 2009 | | EMESS at Mud and Stud Barn, Tumby Moorside | 10 am - 4 pm | The East Midlands Earth Structures Society will be on site at the Mud and Stud Barn at Tumby Moorside, adjacent to the Aviation Heritage Centre, near Coningsby, Lincolnshire on the 19th September to clear the site and assess the condition of the building.
This is a Grade II listed building and is one of only 4 mud and stud barns still standing. Most of the known mud and stud buildings in Lincolnshire are cottages.
This venue was used for demonstrations and lectures about repairs, by EMESS, some 10-12 years ago, and the building received a grant for weatherproofing works from East Lindsey District Council. The proposed event on the 19th September will restart the repairs which have lapsed in the meanwhile, by carrying out site clearance, measured surveying, assessment of defects, etc.
The location is on the B1192 road, which is south-east of Coningsby, the road is signposted to Boston from the south. After driving past the Lea Gate Inn, there is a left fork, and after about one mile there is the Aviation centre on the left at the rear of an attractive listed brick house. The barn is immediately before this Centre, with its own parking. Visitors are welcome to use the toilet and cafe facilities at the Aviation Centre. | |
| Sunday, October 04, 2009 | | The Knights of Skirbeck at Hussey Tower | 11.30am - 4.00pm | A day of living history at one of Boston's most important medieval buildings.
Join staff from the Trust for this free event Hussey Tower, Skirbeck Road, Boston
Car Parking and Access
The tower is located only a short walking distance from car parks in the town centre. Follow signs to the docks on Southend and turn into Skirbeck Road. Wheelchair access is available at the main gate. The tower remains locked at all times except on an arranged open day.
Grid ref: TF 3308 4357
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| Monday, October 12, 2009 – Monday, November 16, 2009 | | An Introduction to Archaeology | 7.30pm - 9.00pm | Following the successful launch of this six week course in Heckington earlier this year, we will be running it again in Louth in October and November.
Participants can learn about prehistoric archaeology and modern archaeological techniques from archaeologists. The six week course will focus of British prehistory with special reference to Lincolnshire and will consider the approaches and techniques used by 21st century archaeologists.
The course will be held from 7.30pm to 9.00pm on Mondays 12th, 19th and 26th October and 2nd, 9th and 16th November 2009 at Louth Museum, 4 Broadbank, Louth, LN11 0EQ.
£10 per session or £50 for the whole six week course. BOOKING ESSENTIAL
To book your place call 01529 461499 or email: info@lincsheritage.org or call into Louth Museum or call 01507 601211 or email: louthmuseum@btconnect.com | |
| Saturday, October 24, 2009 | | A Celebration of Irons! Their production and uses | 10.00am to 4.00pm | A conference at The Collection, Danes Terrace, Lincoln, LN2 1LP on Saturday 24th October 2009.
The conference is intended to be an introduction to iron and cover both how it was made between AD 700-1700 and how the various properties of the different irons produced were used, both functionally and decoratively.
Programme:
10.00 Coffee
10.30 Welcome
10.35 An introduction to irons. Gerry McDonnell
11.00 Smelting iron using the bloomery process. Sarah Paynter
11.45 IronmakingAD1500-1700. Peter King
12.30 Lunch (There is a cafe in the Museum and a wide range of pubs and restaurants nearby)
During the long lunch break we intend to:
* show a short film of Jake Keen undeertaking a smelt in a bloomery furnace
* have a smithing demonstration by Hector Cole using his reconstruction of a portable medeival hearth (possibly smithing iron from a bloom produced by Jake)
* an exhibition of pattern welded swords and spears made by Hector
* an exhibition of xrays and iron objects from the Lincoln Museum collection
Due to the numbers involved it will be necessary to split groups to watch the film and smithing demonstrations. We may also need to stagger sittings for lunch in the cafe.
(Members please note: FRG AD700-1700 AGM 2.15 to 2.30pm)
2.30 The use of different irons in the production of Saxon knives. Eleanor Blakelock
3.00 Forging pattern-welded swords. Hector Cole
3.20 Saxon weapons: Grave Misconceptions. Dave Starley
3.50 Concluding comments
4.00 Close
(The Museum galleries close at 4.00pm and we will need to leave the Museum by 4.30pm)
On the evening of Friday 23rd October we have arranged for a guided walk around Bailgate and the Cathedral Close in the Upper City of Lincoln, led by Brian Taylor, a Green Badge Guide. We will meet at 5.30pm - weather permitting- outside the Tourist Information Office which is a timber-framed building at the top of and facing down Steep Hill. Please indicate your interest on the return slip below. There may be a small fee for non-FRG members.
After the guided walk we will meet up in the Wig and Mitre (or White Hart if it is too crowded) for a drink and a bite to eat. The Wig and Mitre is just a short distance down Steep Hill, while the White Hart is at the top. If anyone is coming to Lincoln on the Friday night but does not wish/ cannot join the tour, hopefully you'll find a merry band of us at one of these locations.
Booking Form
Name.....................................................................
Address.......................................................................................................................
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Contact telephone number/email address...................................................................
I am a paid up member of FRG.......................................
or I enclose a cheque for £5.00 made payable to Finds Research Group AD700-1700 for each place booked................................
I shall be joining the walk at 5.30pm on Friday .................................
Please return this slip to Jane Cowgill, 25 Main Street, South Rauceby, Sleaford, NG34 8QG.
You will only be contacted in the event of cancellation
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| November | | History and Archaeology Quiz | | Keep an eye out for details of the annual local history and archaeology quiz organised by the trust's Jenny Young. Open to all local history groups in the county. | |
| Sunday, November 01, 2009 | | Talk - The Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire | 7.30pm | Join Louth Naturalists', Antiquarian and Literary Society to hear Dave Start's talk about Heritage Lincolnshire. Conoco Room, Louth Library, Northgate, Louth
Further details from Ken Patience on 01507 602508 | |
| Tuesday, November 17, 2009 | | Talk - Tattershall Castle | 7.30om | Dave Start will be talking to New Bolingbroke Local HIstory Group about Tattershall Castle.
Non-members welcome
Cost £2 New Bolingbroke Town Hall | |
| Sunday, December 06, 2009 | | Discover Bourne | 10.30am - 12.30pm | Join staff from the Trust to explore the archaeology and historic buildings which give Bourne its unique character.Meet outside Bourne Town Hall | |
| Thursday, December 10, 2009 | | Bolingbroke Moat project - Exhibition and presentation of survey results | 7.30pm | The Friends of Bolingbroke Castle in association with Heritage Lincolnshire invite you to a special evening event to present the results of the surveys carried out during the recent castle moat restoration project. Ben Burgess and Richard Chadd will speak about the amphibian and invertebrate life in the moat and the wildlife surveys that took place over the spring and summer. James Rackham will discuss the results of the auger survey that looked at the archaeology of the moat.
The event will be held at Bolingbroke village hall, Keal Hill, Old Bolingbroke. Refreshments will be available. Funded by a Heritage Lottery Fund 'Your heritage' grant. Contact Heritage Lincolnshire for further information. | |
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