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The following are the events held in September 2012
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Central
Palaeography Workshop with Chris Low |
| Milton Keynes Library (upstairs), 555 Silbury Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3HL |
| Thursday 6th Sept. 2pm - 4pm |
Book your place on 01908 254160
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Chris Low will be leading a workshop on reading old handwriting, useful for old wills & documents. Booking for this event is essential as places will be limited.
Contact Local Studies Library on tel 01908 254160
email mklocal@milton-keynes.gov.uk
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Central Milton Keynes Library is located on the north (Silbury) side of thecentre:mk shopping centre by Civic Offices. Pay & Display parking available around the Library. (free after 6pm)
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The King's Shilling - Recruitment and the Armed Services 100 years on |
| Milton Keynes Library Foyer, 555 Silbury Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3HL |
| Thursday 6th Sept. 5pm - 8pm |
01234 750695
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We will be sharing some activities and facts about joining the Army Services during 1914 - 1918.
For more info please email Jane on jane14.18@toucansurf.com , or call 01234 750695.
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Central Milton Keynes Library is located on the north (Silbury) side of thecentre:mk shopping centre by Civic Offices. Pay & Display parking available around the Library.
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Milton Keynes Summer of Culture 2012 Exhibition |
| Milton Keynes Library (upstairs), 555 Silbury Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3HL |
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Thursday 6th –Sunday 9th Sept. 9am-8pm
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Celebrating the major events and organisations that are unique to Milton Keynes, this exhibition will look at the fascinating past, present and future heritage, arts, sports and wider cultural stories as we move through the summer culminating in London 2012. From Alan Turing to IF and from MK Games to Lady Godiva, this will be an engaging look at Milton Keynes with family fun activities along the way. Exhibition is FREE though there may be charges for some activities. |
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Central Milton Keynes Library is located on the north (Silbury) side of thecentre:mk shopping centre by Civic Offices. Pay & Display parking available around the Library.
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MK Skate Timeline |
| The Buszy, 401 Elder Gate Central Milton Keynes, MK9 1LR |
| Friday 7th Sept. Exhibition Launch event from 6pm, with after party from 8pm (live music) 2-4pm |
www.mad-uk.org |
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Celebrating the history of skateboarding in Milton Keynes at one of the city's premiere skating locations, the Buszy. Known on an international level, with DC Shoes even creating a limited edition skate trainer called "The Buszy", this Heritage Open Days will bring this vibrant past alive with exhibition of photographs, film and cultural artefacts from one of MK's most underground scenes.
(Skate Jam competitions for u17's Saturday 8th 12pm - 4pm). |
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From Prehistory to Industry: Recent Archaeological Work in Milton Keynes |
| Local Studies & Family History Library, Milton Keynes Library, 555 Silbury Blvd, Milton Keynes MK9 3HL |
| Saturday 8th Sept. 2.30pm - 3.30pm |
01908 254160 |
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Milton Keynes Council’s Senior Archaeological Officer presents an illustrated talk detailing some of the more exciting archaeological projects and discoveries from the last 5 years. The talk will look at a wide range of sites from across the borough spanning the last 14,000 years from the Palaeolithic to Post-medieval periods.
If you would like to attend this talk please ring 01908 254160 or email mklocal@milton-keynes.gov.uk. |
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Central Milton Keynes Library is located on the north (Silbury) side of thecentre:mk shopping centre by Civic Offices. Pay & Display parking available around the Library.
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Women’s Walking Net |
| Meet in the Peace Pagoda car park, V10 Brickhill Street |
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Walk from Willen Lake. £1 per person, or free with Heritage Open Days leaflet. |
Willen Lake is signposted off V10 Brickhill Street. Parking charges may apply. |
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Bark in the Park |
| Meet in Pineham Park car park, off V11 Tongwell Street |
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Dog Walk to Campbell Park. £1 per dog, or free with Heritage Open Days leaflet. |
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The Parks Trust Country Fayre |
| Campbell Park Events Plateau, Avebury Boulevard, Recommended public parking can be found at Centre:MK |
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One day fayre in Campbell Park showing country machinery and craft - Free entry. |
Overgate is reached off H5 or H6 at the east end of Campbell Park |
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Easy Riders |
| Campbell Park Pavilion, Overgate, Central Milton Keynes MK9 4AD |
| Sunday 9th Sept, 10am |
www.theparkstrust.com |
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20 mile cycle ride through the Ouzel valley - Free to join in. |
Overgate is reached off H5 or H6 at the east end of Campbell Park |
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Badminton Museum Open Day |
| National Badminton Centre, Bradwell Road, Loughton Lodge, MK8 9LA |
| 6th-9th Sept, 9am - 8pm (staffed on Saturday 8th only) approx 30-45mins long, wheelchair friendly |
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Situated upstairs in the National Badminton Centre, home of English badminton, the museum tells the story of badminton through displays, memorabilia, videos, etc. You will see the U17 Gold national tournament on the indoor courts. Restaurant open. www.badmintonengland.co.uk (click on museum) |
Off H4 Dansteed Way, on Bradwell Road, Loughton Lodge. (next to Lodge Lake) Follow the Shuttlecock Brown Signs. |
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Festive Road |
| Festive Road Workshop, Centric MK, Foxhunter Drive, Linford Wood, MK14 6GE |
| Sat 8th Sept, 10am - 4pm |
www.festiveroad.org |
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Festive Road presents an exhibition of costumes and sets including those from the hugely succesful Brewing Up 2012 touring show.
No pre-booking required. |
Festive Road Workshop, Centric MK, Foxhunter Drive, Linford Wood, MK14 6GE |
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Heritage Hunters - Willen Lake Walk |
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Willen Lake, Milton Keynes MK15 0DSm Open Day
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A walk designed by Willen Primary School children.... Approx 45 mins long and wheelchair friendly. It explains the history of buildings and how newer areas came into being. Leaflet available from Willen School, Libraries and Living Archive, Wolverton. |
Willen Lake is signposted off V10 Brickhill Street. Parking charges may apply. |
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Milton Keynes North East
Bury Field Common (and the sponsored Newport Muster) |
| Bury Field Common (behind Health Centre off High Street). Muster walks start at United Reformed Church Hall, High St, Newport Pagnell MK16 8HD |
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Thousand year old Bury Common stretches across 180 acres of spectacular Ouse Valley. Illustrated plinths tell its story. Choice of 4 different sponsored walks in and around this historic town - one of Cromwell's most important garrison towns in the Civil War - as part of the Newport Muster Festival.Register in advance on www.newportmuster.org.uk
Registration fee applies. Adults: £3.50 (£6.00 after 19th August), Children: £1.00 (£2.00 after 19th August) |
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Start signposted from High Street. Use Public car parks, charges may apply |
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Milton Keynes North East
Cowper & Newton Museum - Cowper Days |
| Cowper & Newton Museum, Market Place, Olney, MK46 4AJ |
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Cowper Day is the annual event at the Cowper and Newton Museum where you can celebrate the works of William Cowper and discover a bit more about the world he lived in! This year will be an interesting mix of literary activities and traditional crafts. For the craft activities, the focus will be on textile crafts and will include hand-loom and drop spindle spinning, tablet and loom weaving, felting, knitting and lace - making. There will be drop-in sessions each day so visitors can 'have a go' at the various hand crafts. With readings of Cowper’s poetry and prose throughout the weekend, this popular event looks at the life and works of one of Buckinghamshire best loved writers and gives the visitor an insight into the world in which he lived! |
Olney is on the A509 Newport Pagnell to Wellingborough Road. When reaching Olney, follow Museum Brown Sign into Market Place. Free parking located nearby.
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Milton Keynes North East
North Crawley Village & Field Walk |
| North Crawley (between Newport Pagnell and Cranfield) MK16 9LH |
| Saturday 8th Sept. 2-4pm |
01234 391205
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A walk through the village and across the fields with a chance to explore the history of the buildings along the route, and the meaning of the field names. Meet at the Village Hall in the High Street. Please book in advance - Chris Stapleton 01234 391205 |
Follow A422 (H3) then A509 heading North from Newport Pagnell. Turn right for North Crawley. Meet at Village Hall. |
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Milton Keynes North East
Chandos Museum |
| Chandos Hall, 52/54 Silver St, Newport Pagnell, MK16 0EW |
| Sunday 9th Sept. 2-4.30pm |
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The Chandos Hall Museum houses historic items concerning Newport Pagnell & special exhibitions on aspects of town history. September 2012 features 'Sport in Newport Pagnell'. Open Sundays only. http://www.thebrooklandscentre.co.uk/Brooklands_history/index.htm |
Silver Street is off Tickford Street, near the High Street. Parking available in nearby car park. From car park, walk down Silver Street, Chandos Hall is through entry way on right hand side. |
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Milton Keynes North East
St Lawrence Church Open Day |
| St Lawrences’s Church, London Road, Broughton, MK10 9AA |
| Sunday 9th Sept. 9am-5pm |
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Come and visit St Lawrence's church, home to medieval murals of George and the Dragon, a restored church clock and much, much more. The church will also be hosting a series of free talks and displays about the history, restoration and plans for the future of local canals and rivers. BBQ 1pm - 3pm. |
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A509 from M1 J14 towards MK, 1st left at the roundabout onto A5130. Turn right after 1/4 mile, then right again into London Road. The church and Old Rectory are just behind the small triangular green on the left. Please park outside the Old Rectory with sensitivity to local residents' access needs. Grid Reference:SP895400 |
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Living Heritage: Waterway Talks Past & Future |
| The Old Rectory, London Road, Broughton, MK10 9AA |
| Sunday 9th Sept. 11.00am-1pm |
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The talks will feature Alan Faulkner, telling of the restoration of the upper section of the Great Ouse, Bedford's plans to reinvigorate its waterspace and local projects on the Grand Union Canal, such as the Cosgrove Iron Trunk Aqueduct and the planned Bedford & Milton Keynes Waterway (2011 winner of Waterways Renaissance Awards for outstanding achievement and for strategy & masterplanning). There will also be a talk about British Waterways' evolution into the Canal & River Trust. BBQ 1pm - 3pm. |
A509 from M1 J14 towards MK, 1st left at the roundabout onto A5130. Turn right after 1/4 mile, then right again into London Road. The church and Old Rectory are just behind the small triangular green on the left. Please park outside the Old Rectory with sensitivity to local residents' access needs. Grid Reference:SP895400 |
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Milton Keynes North East
Chicheley Hall |
| Chicheley Hall, Chicheley, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9JJ |
| Sunday 9th Sept. 11.00am-5pm |
Must be pre-booked: 020 7451 2611
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A chance to learn about Chicheley Hall, which was bought by the Royal Society in 2009 and has reopened as an events venue. Chicheley Hall is opening its doors to the public, offering a historical talk and tour of the building by Sir Peter Knight FRS at 11am and 3pm. Afternoon tea is also available. Talk/tour and afternoon teas must be pre-booked: 020 7451 2611
email: rebecca.antoniou@royalsociety.org |
Chicheley Hall, Chicheley, Newport Pagnell, MK16 9JJ |
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Milton Keynes North East
Heritage Hunter Olney Heritage Trail |
| Market Place, Olney, MK46 4AJ |
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A walk designed by children from Olney Middle School to give the history of the town from their perspective. Approx 40 minutes long, it includes the history of the buildings the children felt were significant; and explains some of the history of Olney itself. Leaflets available from Cowper & Newton Museum. |
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Olney is on the A509 Newport Pagnell to Wellingborough Road. Public car parks signposted.
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Milton Keynes North East
Newport Pagnell Town Heritage Trail |
| Newport Pagnell Town Centre |
| Anytime Self-guided walk |
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A Heritage Trail walk has been produced by Newport Pagnell Partnership and can be downloaded from www.newport-pagnell.org.uk then click on Maps and Heritage Trail |
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See public car parks signposted
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Milton Keynes North East
Olney & District Historical Society - Market Place Virtual Tour |
| Market Square, Olney MK46 3AJ |
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Olney & District Historical Society have created an online 'Tour of Olney Market Place' documenting the history of the buildings - available to view on their website - www.mkheritage.co.uk/odhs |
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Olney is on the A509 Newport Pagnell to Wellingborough Road. Public car parks signposted.
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Milton Keynes North East
Emberton Country Park, Timeline Wall |
| Emberton Country Park, Olney Road, Emberton MK46 5FJ |
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Follow the timeline wall to understand how this site has changed through time, from prehistoric times to the present. Examine geological samples, fossils and signs of humanity. Discover the difference between local churches on the Church Trail featuring images carved on rocks. An interactive activity for people of all ages.
Car park charges apply: £3.80 per day |
Start at MK Museum or Artworks-MK and follow signs to National Cycle Route 6 |
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Milton Keynes North West
Bradwell Abbey - Site Tours and Medieval Family Fun Day |
City Discovery Centre, Alston Drive, Bradwell Abbey, Milton Keynes, MK13 9AP
| Thursday 6th and Friday 7th Sept, 12noon & Friday 10am-5.30pm, Saturday 10am-1pm |
www.mkcdc.org.uk |
01908 227229
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Come for a guided tour of historic Bradwell Abbey, including the 14th century chapel with nationally unique medieval paintings. Learn about the priory, the pilgrimage chapel and its wall paintings, as well as enjoying the beautiful natural environment on site.
Info - education@mkcdc.org.uk |
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On H3 Monks Way, turn off roundabout between A5 and V6 into Bradwell Abbey industrial estate. Take 1st left and follow signs.
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Milton Keynes North West
Explore the MK City Discovery Centre Library and Archive
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| City Discovery Centre, Alston Drive, Bradwell Abbey, Milton Keynes, MK13 9AP |
| Thursday 6th and Friday 7th, Sept. 9:30am-1pm |
www.mkcdc.org.uk |
01908 227229
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MKCDC’s archive was set up to record the fascinating story of the development of the new city of Milton Keynes. Many important documents have been preserved here that otherwise would have been lost – images, books, maps, reports, posters, census data, plans and periodicals. The archive is the basis of all the educational work that MKCDC does. If there’s an aspect of the city you’d like to research, you can make an appointment to see what the archive has to offer. Info - education@mkcdc.org.mk or 01908 227229 |
On H3 Monks Way, turn off roundabout between A5 and V6 into Bradwell Abbey industrial estate. Take 1st left and follow signs.
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Milton Keynes North West
Medieval Family Fun Day |
| City Discovery Centre, Alston Drive, Bradwell Abbey, MK13 9AP |
| Sunday 9th Sept, 11am-4pm |
www.mkcdc.org.uk |
01908 227229
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So much to see and do on our beautiful and historic site; fun and authentic re-enactors, arts & crafts activities, have-a-go archery, falconry displays, medieval stalls, bouncy castle and more. Refreshments include a hog roast, tea room and fully licensed bar available throughout the day.
Info - education@mkcdc.org.uk 01908 227229 |
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On H3 Monks Way, turn off roundabout between A5 and V6 into Bradwell Abbey industrial estate. Take 2nd left.
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Milton Keynes North West
Milton Keynes Museum - Free Entry Open Days |
| McConnell Drive, Wolverton, MK12 5EL |
| Thurs 6th - Sun 9th Sept, 11.00-16.30 |
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Museum featuring street of victorian shops, vintage telephone collection, schoolroom, farmhouse rooms, war-time garden with Anderson shelter, transport & farming through the seasons. Science demonstrations with Prof Beamish and Shopkeepers working in the vintage shops. Free admission these 4 days only. More info www.mkmuseum.org.uk |
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Follow the signs for Wolverton until you pick up the brown signs for Museum (also signposted off the A5). Museum entrance is off McConnell Drive..
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Milton Keynes Museum - Heritage Beer Festivel |
| McConnell Drive, Wolverton, MK12 5EL |
| Thurs 6th - Sun 9th Sept, 11.00-16.30 |
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MK Museum hosts a 4-day Heritage Beer Festival - 8 beers and 2 ciders available including locally brewed ales. |
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Follow the signs for Wolverton until you pick up the brown signs for Museum (also signposted off the A5). Museum entrance is off McConnell Drive..
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Milton Keynes North West
St Mary & St Giles Willis Organ Festival |
| St Mary & St Giles Church, Stony Stratford |
| Friday 7th September, Sunday 9th Sept, recitals at various times 1.15pm-2pm |
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Historic Willis pipe organ worked on by 4 generations of the Willis dynasty since 1882. Last refurbished in 1932. Programme of recitals by 8 musicians. Chance to make a paper organ. Free but donations welcome for preservation fund. In the Church Hall all weekend you can: watch videos, help to make a paper organ, see a monkey organ being made, learn about the story of our organ and its history. Refreshments available. |
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Milton Keynes North West
St Mary & St Giles Willis Organ Festival - Lunchtime & Evening Recital |
| St Mary & St Giles Church, Stony Stratford |
| Friday 7th September, 1.15pm-2pm |
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Lunchtime recital by Adrian Boynton and 7.30pm Evening concert by Simon & Philippa Dearsley |
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Milton Keynes North West
St Mary & St Giles Willia Organ Festival - Coffee Morning and Evening Recital |
| St Mary & St Giles Church, Stony Stratford |
| Saturday 8th September, 10am--2pm - Concert 7.30pm |
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10:00 am Musical Bite coffee morning and recital - musical theme: the organ with Laurence Caldecote (Organist, St Nicholas Church, Nuneaton) and Stephen Moore (Director of Music, St Matthew's Church, Northampton).
7:30 pm Concert 'Loud Organs His Glory' with organ and trumpet solos and trumpet/organ repertoire. Adrian Lucas (Organist, formerly Worcester Cathedral), Ian Facer (Trumpet) and Julia Facer (Pianoforte).
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Milton Keynes North West
St Mary & St Giles Willis Organ Festival - A Beginner’s Guide to the Organ |
| St Mary & St Giles Church, Stony Stratford |
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Jonathan Harris of Milton Keynes Music Service presents ‘A Beginner’s Guide to the Organ’ How to play an organ; come and have a go; what stops to pull out; try playing with your feet; how to learn to play. Followed by recitals by Jacob Collins and other organ scholars. |
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Milton Keynes North West
Heritage Crafts at Artworks-MK |
| Artworks-MK, Parklands, Gt Linford, MK14 5DZ |
| Friday 7th & Saturday 8th Sept, 10am-4pm |
www.artworks-mk.co.uk |
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Join our team of Traditional Craftsmen and Women at our site in Great Linford, Milton Keynes. Set in beautiful parkland and steeped in history, it’s the perfect place to take part in an exciting weekend of Traditional Craft activities. Watch the spectacle of the Blacksmith in action, work in The Clay Forge; try your hand at Green woodworking, Weaving or Lace making. Join one of our relaxed and informal Artist led sketching sessions around the site or listen to stories of local craft traditions. There is something for everyone at Artwork-MK, lots of family friendly activities, opportunities to learn new skills or just come along, watch and find out more.
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Follow signs to MK North and A422 Monks Way until you pick up the Tudor Rose Brown signs. Follow these into Gt Linford and take second left into Parklands past church.
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Milton Keynes North West
Iron Trunk Aqueduct, Cosgrove |
| On the River Ouse between Wolverton Mill and Cosgrove |
| Open to public at all times |
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See how this 200 year old iron aqueduct has been restored to its former colourful glory with funding from The People's Millions, WREN, British Waterways and others. This magnificent Georgian structure carries the Grand Union Canal over the River Ouse between Wolverton Mill and Cosgrove. |
On the River Ouse between Wolverton Mill and Cosgrove
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Milton Keynes North West
Lost Track of Time Railway Walk |
| Trail between Wolverton and Newport Pagnell |
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The Railway Walk passes many historic locations that help to chart the evolution of the area, from the Neolithic through Roman, Medieval and Industrial Revolution to 21st centrury New Town. Along the route there are a variety of habitats; woodland, species-rich grassland, hedgerows and canal to enjoy. Whether you walk or cycle the full route or use part of it to connect with other sites, the Railway Walk offers a tranquil escape and a slice through history. E-leaflet of the walk available at www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/heritage (look for Railway Walk) |
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Milton Keynes North West
Stony Stratford Town Walk |
| Market Square, Stony Stratford, MK11 1YA |
| Anytime. Self guided |
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Colourful leaflet produced by Stony Stratford Business Association, leading you round the fascinating history of the oldest buildings. Leaflets from Library (upstairs) or download from http://www.stonystratford.gov.uk/Visit_The_Area/Visitor_essentials Website also has 7 other short heritage walks. |
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Milton Keynes North West
Windmill - Open Days |
| Bradwell Windmill, Nightingale Crescent, Bradville, MK13 7UE |
| Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th Sept, 1.30pm - 4.30pm |
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Come and take a look around the historic Grade II listed Bradwell Windmill, erected in 1817 from local quarried limestone. |
Turn off V6 into Bradville, Wheelers Lane, then immediate left into Nightingale Crescent.
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Milton Keynes South
Inter-Action MK Open Exhibition |
| The Old Rectory, Waterside, Peartree Bridge, Milton Keynes. MK6 3EJ |
| Thursday 6th - Sunday 9th Sept, 9am - 5pm |
01908 678514 |
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An open exhibition of art from all disciplines by a variety of artists both local and national within the buildings and grounds of the Old Rectory, Peartree Bridge. Inter-Action offers a unique setting in the heart of Milton Keynes; the exhibition will be displayed both in open air settings as well as in indoor spaces. Artwork in all two and three dimensional formats and disciplines, including painting, sculpture, printmaking, photography (silver and digital based), sculpture, digital, installation, time-based and sound-based work.
Tel. 01908 678514 www.interactionmk.org.uk |
Follow the signs for Peartree Bridge off the V8 ( Marlborough Street ). Inter-Action MK is just opposite the large dinosaur. |
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Milton Keynes South
Local Government in Bletchley Exhibition |
| Bletchley Library, Westfield Rd, MK2 2RA |
Thursday 6th and Friday 7th Sept, 9am - 5.30pm
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From the reform of the Poor Laws to the present day the people who have managed Bletchley's local services have experienced and directed a great deal of change.
Who were the characters, what was their role and how do things compare today? |
Off Queensway near Bletchley shops, car park behind
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Milton Keynes South
Bletchley Park - Free for MK postcodes |
| Bletchley Park Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, MK3 6EB |
| Thursday 6th - Sunday 9th Sept, 9am - 5.30pm |
www.bletchleypark.org.uk |
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WWII codebreaking centre now a museum of computing and vibrant tourist attraction. Cafe on site. FREE admission for these 4 days only to all residents with MK Postcode (proof needed e.g. utility bill)
Website:www.bletchleypark.org.uk
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Follow the signs for Central Bletchley until you pick up the brown signs for Bletchley Park. The entrance is on Sherwood Drive, near Bletchley railway station.
Partial disabled access.
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Milton Keynes South
Bletchley on Film - Memories of days Gone By |
| Enigma Cinema, Bletchley Park, Sherwood Drive, Milton Keynes MK3 6EB |
| Saturday 8th Sept & Sunday 9th Sept, 2pm, 3pm & 4pm |
01908 322568
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Living Archive and the Projected Picture Trust are proud to present Bletchley on Film - Memories of Days Gone By with live piano accompaniment. Spaces are limited and booking essential - please contact Living Archive on 01908 322568 for tickets and more details.
Web: www.livingarchive.org.uk |
Follow the signs for Central Bletchley until you pick up the brown signs for Bletchley Park. The entrance is on Sherwood Drive, near Bletchley railway station.
Partial disabled access.
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Milton Keynes South
Arthertz - Ghost Station and short films at Enigma Cinema |
| Bletchley Park Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, MK3 6EB |
| Friday 7th - Sunday 9th Sept, 9.30am - 5.00pm |
www.arthertz.com |
01908 322568
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Ghost Station is the new exhibition from arts organisation, ArtHertz staged at Bletchley Park - the home of code breaking during World War II. It features works from over 20 selected contemporary artists in a multi media group event interspersed within the existing historical exhibitions on the site. Ghost Station will be open to the public from 7th September 2012 for one month and will also feature a scheduled programme of short film at the Enigma Cinema at Bletchley. For further info contact: info@arthertz.com Admission charges apply (except with MK postcode) |
Follow the signs for Central Bletchley until you pick up the brown signs for Bletchley Park. The entrance is on Sherwood Drive, near Bletchley railway station.
Partial disabled access.
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Milton Keynes South
Westbury Open Studios with Shakespeare Weekend |
| Foxcovert Road, Shenley Wood, MK5 6AA |
Saturday 8th & Sunday 9th Sept Open Studios 10am - 4pm and
Shakespeare 4pm - 6.30pm |
www.fringemkatwestbury.com |
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We will be having Open Studios for the whole weekend and will be staging a 'Shakespeare Weekend in Modern and Old English' - segments of comedies, tragedies and sonnets. Limited spaces for Shakespeare sessions so booking required: 01908 501214 www.fringemkatwestbury.com |
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Drive West on H6 Childs Way. Right turning to Foxcovert Rd is between V3 Fulmer Street and V2 Tattenhoe Street
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Milton Keynes South
Open Day - Adult Continuing Education |
| Rivers ACE Centre, Trent Road, Bletchley MK3 7BB |
| Saturday 8th Sept, 10am - 3pm |
www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/ace |
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A programme of talks, demonstrations, displays and performances will run throughout the day alongside information and advice on learning opportunities for adults and families. More Info - 01908 556710 www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/ace |
Off Queensway near Bletchley shops, car park behind
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Milton Keynes South
Arts Workshops |
| MK Hospital, Standing Way, Eaglestone, MK6 5LD |
| Saturday 8th Sept, 10am - 1pm |
www.mkartsforhealth.org.uk |
01908 243284
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Arts workshops relating to artwork on display around the Hospital. For more information and to book a place - 01908 243284 or info@mkartsforhealth.org.uk |
MK Hospital is on the A421 / H8 Standing Way at Eaglestone. Turn right for Main Entrance to Hospital. Meeting point is Eaglestone Restaurant (ask for directions at Main Reception). Note - there is a car park charge.
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Milton Keynes South
Heritage at MK Hospital - Collection and Exhibition Tours |
| MK Hospital, Standing Way, Eaglestone, MK6 5LD |
| Saturday 8th Sept, 2pm - 3pm |
www.mkartsforhealth.org.uk |
01908 243284
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Tour of the Hospital's art collection and new exhibitions. For more information and to book a place - 01908 243284 or info@mkartsforhealth.org.uk
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MK Hospital is on the A421 / H8 Standing Way at Eaglestone. Turn right for Main Entrance to Hospital. Meeting point is Eaglestone Restaurant (ask for directions at Main Reception). Note - there is a car park charge.
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Milton Keynes South
St. Mary's Church Bletchley |
| St Mary's Church, Green Road, Bletchley, MK3 6BJ |
| Saturday 8th Sept, 9am - 12noon and Sunday 9th Sept, 1pm - 4pm |
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St. Mary's Church has been the Anglican Church serving the people of Bletchley for hundreds of years. Learn more about the history of this building which has parts dating back to the 12th Century. Refreshments available.
Website: www.st-marys-bletchley.org |
Church car park off Church Green Road to the right of Rectory Cottages
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Milton Keynes South
Bow Brickhill All Saints Church - Tower Opening and Teas |
| Church Road, Bow Brickhill, MK17 9LQ |
| Saturday 8th Sept, 10.30am - 4.30pm |
www.bowbrickhill.com/church |
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Come to Bow Brickhill All Saints church for the chance to climb the tower steps to 500 feet above sea level and admire outstanding views across Milton Keynes. To the north Olney church can be seen as can Hanslope church spire to the northwest. The whole of the City of Milton Keynes south of the city centre can be viewed.
Refreshments available. |
The car park is at the top of the hill on the right
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All Over
Tours & Trails on our website |
| Multi area |
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All Over
Heritage Cycle Trails |
| Multi area |
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Milton Keynes Council have created 4 Heritage Cycle Trail leaflets with lots of colour maps, photos and descriptions of sights of significance and historic interest. Walk or cycle to see our rich heritage all over the city. Leaflets at Libraries and Discover MK or from heritage@milton-keynes.gov.uk or download www.destinationmiltonkeynes.co.uk/heritage_cycle_trails |
Any starting point on the maps
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Aylesbury
Path to the Paralympic Games – The Stoke Mandeville Story |
| Stoke Mandeville Stadium, Guttmann Road, Aylesbury, Buckinghamshire, HP21 9PP |
| Thursday 6th - Sunday 9th Sept, |
01296 484848
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Sir Ludwig Guttman at Stoke Mandeville Hospital revolutionised the treatment and life chances for those with spinal injuries. His work led to establishing Buckinghamshire as the birthplace of the Paralympic Movement. This important exhibition in the year of the London 2012 Paralympic Games celebrates that story alongside the development of the Paralympic Games to the present day. For opening times please call: 01296 484848 or visit www.mandevillelegacy.org.uk. |
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Buckingham
Stowe House Short Tours |
| Access via National Trust Gardens: New Inn Farm, Stowe, Buckingham, MK18 5EQ |
| Sunday 9th Sept, 10.00 - 17.00 |
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Come and see Stowe House as part of Heritage Open Day. This will be an exclusive chance to see the newly restored State Music Room, considered to be the most beautiful room in the House. After 3 months of restoration the room has undergone a remarkable transformation and is returned to its 18th-century magnificence. As part of your tour of Stowe House you will also see two additional restored rooms and one which is pre restoration. This wonderful introduction to the House will leave you wanting to return to see Stowe House completed. The tour will include free family fun with a exciting family trail. Tours depart regularly between 10am and 5pm. No need to book just pop in. See our website www.stowehouse.org for more information. Adults £2, children free |
Just off A422 between Brackley and Buckingham (follow National Trust brown signs) Use National Trust parking |
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South East Midlands
Our Sporting Life - Bucks |
| Buckinghamshire County Museum, Church St, Aylesbury, HP20 2QP |
| Thursday 6th to Saturday 8th Sept, 10am – 5pm |
www.buckscc.gov.uk/museum |
01296 331441
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Our Sporting Life – Bucks is an exciting exhibition celebrating sport in local people’s lives, past and present, and the important part Stoke Mandeville played in the Paralympics. Enjoy the Museum’s beautiful historic buildings and explore displays from mammoths to Romans and Early Aylesbury. Relax in the garden café and browse the gift shop. For full programme of exhibitions, events and activities please call 01296 331441 or visit www.buckscc.gov.uk/museum. Admission free. |
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South East Midlands
Buckinghamshire Railway Centre |
| Quainton Road Station, Quainton, Aylesbury, HP22 4BY |
| Friday 7th Sept, 10.30am - 4.30pm |
www.bucksrailcentre.org |
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Come and explore our 25 acre site and working museum with historic locomotives & carriages. View the John Betjeman Metroland DVD in the vintage cinema coach. Guided tours 11.00am and 2.00pm. Treasure Hunt and colouring available. IMPORTANT NOTE: Steam train not running on this day. |
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Follow the Steam Loco Brown Signs from A41 Aylesbury to Bicester Road or from Whitchurch on the A433 between Aylesbury and Winslow.
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South East Midlands
Buckingham Old Gaol Museum - Buckingham Manor House Exhibition |
| Old Gaol Museum, Market Hill, Buckingham, MK18 1JX |
| Thursday 6th Sept - Saturday 8th 10am - 3.30pm |
www.buckinghamoldgaol.org.uk |
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An exhibition to mark the publication of a history of the Manor House. Free entry to the exhibition in the courtyard. No need to book. More details on: www.buckinghamoldgaol.org.uk |
Located 10 miles west of Milton Keynes on the A421. Follow signs to town centre. Free parking near museum.
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South East Midlands
Stowe – Unlocking History: Temples Open Day |
| National Trust at Stowe, New Inn Farm, Stowe, Buckingham MK18 5EQ |
| Saturday 8th Sept, 10am - 6pm |
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowe |
01280 817156
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Take a special free look inside the Gothic Temple, which was modelled on medieval buildings such as Westminster Abbey, and is now a unique holiday cottage for Landmark Trust. Cafe. Exploration packs for families. Mobility buggies can be pre-booked on 01280 822850. www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowe |
3 miles NW of Buckingham via Stowe Avenue, off A422 Buckingham–Banbury road. Stowe can be accessed by a number of main routes, via the A421, A422, A43. Look for Brown signs. Parking on site. www.nationaltrust.org.uk
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South East Midlands
Woburn Oyster Festival and Heritage Centre |
Village Centre and Old St Mary's Church, Bedford St, Woburn, MK17 9QL
| Saturday 8th and Sunday 9th Sept 10.00-5.00pm |
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High Street Festival with funfair, food, entertainment, Flea market and evening concert on Sat only. Heritage Centre in old church is a Museum on local history of Woburn, with lace makers and charity stalls both days. www.woburnheritagemuseum.co.uk 01525 290631 |
Woburn is on the A4012 2 miles south of Woburn Sands. Car parking in village.
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South East Midlands
Buckingham Guided Walk |
| Old Gaol Museum, Market Hill, Buckingham, MK18 1JX |
| Saturday 8th Sept. 2.00-3.30pm |
Walk & optional Cream Tea: 01280 823020
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A free, gentle walk to the Manor House pointing out places and people connected to its history. Starting and finishing at the Old Gaol Museum, Buckingham – bookings in advance with the Old Gaol 01280 823020. Cream teas in the courtyard after the walk may also be booked in advance. More info www.buckinghamoldgaol.org.uk |
Located 10 miles west of Milton Keynes on the A421. Follow signs to town centre. Free parking near museum.
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Recognised by LOCOG as part of the biggest closing event for London 2012, the Bandstand Marathon will see over 500 events in bandstands and other open spaces happening across the UK. Taking place on 9th September 2012 between 1pm – 5pm, this will be the largest Bandstand Marathon to date, a truly national event linking local communities and London 2012. Further information can be found throughout this website. http://bandstandmarathon.org.uk
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| Bandstand Marathon - Bradwell Silver Band @ Campbell Park |
| Campbell Park Aphitheatre, Avebury Boulevard, Milton Keynes, |
| Sunday 9th Sept, 1pm |
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As part of the LOCOG recognised closing event for London 2012, Bradwell Silver Band will be playing at Campbell Park Bandstand from 1pm. |
Overgate is reached off H5 or H6 at the east end of Campbell Park
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| Bandstand Marathon - Midsummer Place |
| (Between Gap and Abercrombie and Fitch) Midsummer Place, Milton Kenyes, MK9 3GB |
| Sunday 9th Sept, 1pm |
| As part of the LOCOG recognised closing event for London 2012, a local band will be playing at Midsummer Place Bandstand (the "Green Plinth") from 1pm. |
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| Bandstand Marathon - Wolverton |
| Wolverton Park |
| Sunday 9th Sept, 1pm |
| As part of the LOCOG recognised closing event for London 2012, a local band will be playing at Wolverton Park Bandstand from 1pm. |
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| Bandstand Marathon - Bletchley |
| Elizabeth Square, Queensway, Bletchley, Milton Keynes |
| Sunday 9th Sept, 1pm |
| As part of the LOCOG recognised closing event for London 2012, a programme of local schools and community performers will be playing at Bletchley Bandstand from 1pm. |
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