European Heritage Days Journées européennes du patrimoine Heritage Open Days FREE EVENTS 13 – 22 September 2019

www.mkheritageopendays.com Welcome 2019 is the fourteenth year that the Milton Keynes area will have celebrated Heritage Open Days. In 2006 there were 15 events held across MK – this year we have 150 events to showcase our distinctive and world-class heritage, arts and culture.

From the 13th to the 22nd of September, there are many unmissable events taking place including activities for children and families. There are opportunities to come along to exhibitions, workshops, open days, craft events and performances. Suitable for all ages. And ALL events will be free.

To find out more about the full event programme visit www.mkheritageopendays.com . You can also follow MKHODs on Twitter using #MKHODs

Living Archive MK Living Archive MK manages the Heritage Open Days programme on behalf of Milton Keynes Council and Heritage MK with support from Milton Keynes Heritage Association.

Discover Milton Keynes Discover Milton Keynes offers city centre exhibitions, activities, leaflets, and the latest What’s On information for Heritage Open Days 2019. It is located in the Central Library on the first floor. www.discovermiltonkeynes.co.uk

Heritage MK is a partnership of five museums and heritage organisations who have joined forces to: • Raise awareness of the rich within and beyond the ‘new’ city; • Win public and commercial support for its conservation, interpretation and development; • Share resources and expertise in areas such as volunteering, collections handling, governance and marketing; and • Inspire more people to get involved and help to secure this unique heritage for future generations. • The partners are Bletchley Park, City Discovery Centre, Cowper and Newton Museum, Living Archive and Milton Keynes Museum www.heritagemk.co.uk 2019 Events Overview

Friday 13 September No. Event Page 1 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 6 2 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 6 3 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 6 4 Milton Keynes Theatre Art Tour 7 5 The Old School Open Day 7 6 New Town Nostalgia at The Old Bath House 7 7 Festival Season Opening Organ and Cello Concert 8 8 Ring of Steel and Stadium Tour 8 Saturday 14 September 9 Ring of Steel and Stadium Tour 8 10 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 8 11 Matters of Life and Death at the Centre for Studies 9 12 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 9 13 All Saints Church Loughton Heritage Open Day 9 14 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 9 15 The Old School Open Day 9 16 Milton Keynes Waste Recovery Park Open Day 10 17 Hands On Our Willis: Play The Pipe Organ! 10 18 Country Crafts Demonstration Day & Museum Open 10 19 St Lawrence’s Church Broughton Open Day 11 20 St James New Bradwell Open Day 11 21 Bow Brickhill Church & Tower Open Day 11 22 National Badminton Museum Open Day 12 23 Cowper & Newton Family Fun & Craft at CMK Library 12 24 Bletchley Archaeological & Historical Society Open Day 12 25 Tours of Wolverton's Secret Garden 13 26 Westbury Arts Centre Guided Walk – Shenley Wood 13 27 Westbury Arts Centre – MK’s Hidden Jewel 13 28 Westbury Arts Centre Open Studios 14 29 Claydon Heritage Open Day 14 30 North Crawley Historical Society Exhibition & Field Walk 14 31 The Stables Theatre Building Tours 15 32 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Openings 15 33 Bradwell Windmill Open Weekend 15 34 People Powering Cosgrove 15 35 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Treasure Hunt 16 36 Gyosei Art Trail Walk 16 37 28 High Street Winslow Open Afternoon 16 38 Winslow Brownie & Guide Hall Open Afternoon 17 39 Keach's Meeting House Winslow Open Afternoon 17 40 Winslow History Walk 17

Sunday 15 September 41 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 18 42 Woburn Sands Heritage Walk 18 43 St Lawrence’s Church Broughton Open Day 18 44 Westbury Arts Centre Guided Walk – Shenley Wood 18 45 Bradwell Abbey Medieval Fayre 18 46 Out Of This World! At Festive Road 19 47 Westbury Arts Centre – MK’s Hidden Jewel 19 48 Westbury Arts Centre Open Studios 19 49 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 19 No. Event Page 50 Make No Little Plans: The City Builders’ Stories Screening 19 51 Wulfhere’s Tun – a local history walk 20 52 Starman – The Man Who Sewed The World Screening 20 53 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Openings 20 54 Woughton Heritage Open Day 20 55 Get Cycling MK Heritage Open Days 2019 Guided Bike Ride 21 56 Bradwell Windmill Open Weekend 21 57 Milton Keynes Rose Guided Tours 21 58 ROCLA Art Trail Walk 22 59 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Weekend Walk 22 60 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Treasure Hunt 22 61 Jonathan Kingston plays Your Favourite Hymns 22 Monday 16 September 62 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 23 63 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 23 64 Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court Open Days 23 65 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 23 66 New Town Nostalgia at The Old Bath House 23 67 Woughton Heritage Open Day 23 68 Wolverton On Film 1, 2, 3 & 4 Screenings 26 69 Ring of Steel and Stadium Tour 26 70 Milton Keynes Waste Recovery Park Open Day 26 Tuesday 17 September 71 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 26 72 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 26 73 Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court Open Days 26 74 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 27 75 The Old School Open Day 27 76 New Town Nostalgia at The Old Bath House 27 77 Wolverton Community Orchard Celebration 27 78 Buckingham Between The Wars 27 79 Walk Wolverton Guided Tour 28 Wednesday 18 September 80 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 28 81 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 28 82 Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court Open Days 28 83 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 28 84 The Old School Open Day 28 85 Wolverton On Film 5, 6 & 7 Screenings 29 86 New Town Nostalgia at The Old Bath House 29 87 Buckingham Between The Wars 29 Thursday 19 September 88 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 29 89 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 29 90 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 29 91 Winslow History Walk 30 92 Wulfhere’s Tun – a local history walk 30 93 The Old School Open Day 30 94 New Town Nostalgia at The Old Bath House 30 95 Wolverton On Film 8, 9, 10 & 11 Screenings 30 96 Buckingham Between The Wars 30 97 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival 31 98 Vintage Tea Dance 31 No. Event Page 99 Lunchtime Lecture: Olney – The Home of Amazing Grace 31 100 Milton Keynes Waste Recovery Park Open Day 32 101 Secklow Hundred Mound – MK’s Ancestral Meeting Place 32 102 Hospital Collection Open Day Tours 32 Friday 20 September 103 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 33 104 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 33 105 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 33 106 Railway Cottages, New Bradwell 33 107 The Old School Open Day 33 108 New Town Nostalgia at The Old Bath House 33 109 Buckingham Between The Wars 33 110 Cowper & Newton Museum Open Day 34 111 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival 34 112 Walk Wolverton Guided Tour 34

Saturday 21 September 113 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom at CMK Library 34 114 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 34 115 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 34 116 Railway Cottages, New Bradwell 35 117 The Old School Open Day 35 118 Wolverton Masonic Centre Open Day 35 119 Buckingham Between The Wars 35 120 St Lawrence’s Church Broughton Open Day 35 121 Everyday stories from the life of an 18th Century Rector – St Mary’s Bletchley 35 122 Calverton Guided Heritage Walks 36 123 Exploring Eaglestone 36 124 Guided tour of the Oak Chapel at Crownhill Crematorium 36 125 The Dancing Maharajas 37 126 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival 37 127 World War 1 Display by The Western Front Association 37 128 Harvest Open Weekend - St Guthlac’s Passenham 38 129 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Openings 38 130 Hospital Collection Open Day Tours 38 131 Grow Your Family Tree 38 132 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Treasure Hunt 38 133 Buckinghamshire Folk Tales Book Launch 39 134 Agora A-Go-Go Bumper Annual – Book Launch 39

Sunday 22 September 135 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days 39 136 St Lawrence’s Church Broughton Open Day 39 137 Stowe Open Day 40 138 MK Arts Centre Heritage Open Day 40 139 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival 40 140 World War 1 Display by The Western Front Association 40 141 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions 41 142 Harvest Open Weekend - St Guthlac’s Passenham 41 143 Great Linford Manor Park And Its Horrible Heritage 41 144 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Openings 41 145 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Weekend Walk 41 146 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Treasure Hunt 41 147 Great Linford Village Walk 42 148 Everyday stories from the life of an 18th Century Rector – St Mary’s Bletchley 42 149 How Fabric Changed History – Author Event at MK Lit Fest 42 150 Milton Keynes: A Journey to 2050 43 F r i d a y

1 3 Friday 13 September 1 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom Exhibition at CMK Library MK Libraries The Cowper & Newton Museum, located in the town of Olney, has been telling the stories of the lives of 18th century poet William Cowper & the Rev John Newton since 1900. Come and discover more about their fame, fans & followers, be inspired yourself by the poet who inspired the Romantic poets & find out how they campaigned to abolish the slave trade - even create your own Georgian-style portrait too! Times: During library opening hours Location: Milton Keynes Central Library, 555 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 3HL Contact: Michelle Herriman 01908 254067 www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/libraries/library-news-and- events 2 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park Bletchley Park, once the top-secret home of the World War Two Codebreakers, is now a vibrant heritage attraction. It is also the birthplace of modern computing and has helped shape life as we know it today. There are up to 200 free tickets per day available for you to visit Bletchley Park during the 10 days of Heritage Open Days. Tickets must be pre-booked via the Bletchley Park website. Times: 0930 – 1700 Location: The Mansion, Bletchley Park, Sherwood Drive, Bletchley, MK3 6EB Contact: 01908 640404 [email protected] Book via: www.bletchleypark.org.uk www.twitter.com/bletchleypark www.instagram.com/bletchleyparkuk/ www.facebook.com/Bletchleypark1/ 3 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe For MKFF 2018, the Fringe commissioned MK artists Wai Wai Pang, Tom Guilmard and Paul Rainey to create exciting large-scale murals for empty shop front hoardings in centre:mk. As part of Heritage Open Days, MKFF are pleased to unveil two more of these vibrant pieces, one by Auriol Butcher and a second work from Paul Rainey. Look out for them in centre:mk! Times: During centre:mk opening hours Location: centre:mk (exact locations TBC) Contact: [email protected] www.mkfestivalfringe.com

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y a d i r 4 Milton Keynes Theatre Art Tour F Creative Learning at Milton Keynes Theatre This tour offers you a unique insight into the artwork displayed both front of house at Milton Keynes Theatre and hidden backstage. You will be taken around the venue by one of our expert guides and instructed in the history and meaning of the artwork on display. The tour lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is required. Times: 1000 – 1100 Location: Milton Keynes Theatre, 500 Marlborough Gate, MK9 3NZ. Meet at the Stage Door 5/10 minutes before tour start time Contact/Book via: 01908 547606 [email protected] Facebook: /mktcreativelearning Instagram: @mktcreativelearning 5 The Old School Wolverton Open Days Future Wolverton The Old School is a Grade 2 listed building which has undergone extensive refurbishment work, finally opening to the public in May 2019. The building now comprises a community hall, new build café extension and guest house. The Open Day will provide the opportunity to view a film which tells the story of the project and tour the building and grounds. The café – run by the students at Slated Row School – will be open on weekdays during the Open Day period. Times: 1000 – 1200 Location: The Old School, Old Wolverton Road, Old Wolverton, MK12 5NH Contact: Marie Osborne 01908 321898 [email protected] www.oldschoolwolverton.org www.facebook.com/oldschoolwolverton Twitter: @OldSchWolv Instagram: @oldschoolwolverton 6 New Town Nostalgia – The Old Bath House The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK A photographic exhibition celebrating all the different ways that Milton Keynes people had fun in the 80s and 90s. So if you shopped Woolworths and C&A, if you roller-skated at the Agora or raved it up at The Sanctuary then this might bring back some fond memories – festivals, nightclubs, roller discos, big gigs at the Bowl and more. See if you can spot yourself in the photos! Times: 1000 – 1400 Location: The Old Bath House & Community Centre, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL Contact: [email protected] www.oldbathhouse.org facebook/oldbathhousewolverton www.livingarchive.org.uk

www.mkheritageopendays.com 7 7 Festival Season Opening Organ and Cello Concert

S Music for All @ SMSG a t u We launch the Organ Festival with a free lunchtime organ and cello r d a concert with Jonathan Kingston at the Willis organ console and y

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4 James Jarvis playing his Rex ()-made cello. The concert will include music by Vivaldi, Hindemith and Mathews. This is a drop in event with refreshments available, or you can bring your own sandwiches to eat while you listen – a relaxed and fun concert for everyone to enjoy. Times: 1230 – 1330 Location: St Mary & St Giles Church, Church Street, Stony Stratford, MK11 1BD Contact: [email protected] www.musicforallsmsg.org/whats-on/festival www.twitter.com/SMSG_organ www.facebook.com/MusicforAllSMSG 8 Ring Of Steel and Stadium Tour MK Dons Sports and Education Trust MK Dons FC and MK Dons Sports and Education Trust are hosting an opportunity to visit the Stadium MK. There will be an opportunity to view your image in the Ring Of Steel, a photo project created to show Milton Keynes as one community when the stadium first opened its doors in 2007. Tours last approximately 1 hour. Booking is required. Times: 1600 – 1900 Location: MK Dons Football Club, Stadium Way, MK1 1ST. Meet in the Box Office at the Stadium Contact/Book via: 01908 622888 [email protected] www.mkdons.com www.mkdonsset.com

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9 Ring Of Steel and Stadium Tour MK Dons Sports and Education Trust u Please see event 8 (above) for full details u Times: 0900 – 1100

10 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom Exhibition at CMK Library MK Libraries u Please see event 1 (page 6) for full details u Times: During library opening hours

8 www.mkheritageopendays.com 11 Matters of Life and Death at the Centre for Buckinghamshire Studies Centre for Buckinghamshire Studies 4 1 Interested in family history or local history? At the Centre for y a

Buckinghamshire Studies we will have a Family History Help Desk d r u and access to family history websites, pop-up refreshments and our t a Matters of Life and Death exhibition. In Aylesbury Market Square S we will have a drop-in point for historical questions, activities and information about local and family history. Times: 0930 – 1530 Location: Centre for Buckinghamshire Studies, County Hall, Walton Street, Aylesbury HP20 1UU Contact: 01296 382587 [email protected] www.buckscc.gov.uk/services/culture-and- leisure/centre-for-buckinghamshire-studies/ www.facebook.com/events/2245647325691990/ 12 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700

13 All Saints’ Church Loughton Heritage Open Day All Saints Church Join us to explore this fantastic 800 year-old church and discover the stories behind the people connected with it over the centuries. There will be bell ringing demonstrations and an exhibition of arts and crafts from talented local people, and refreshments will be available throughout the day. Times: 0930 – 1800 Location: All Saints’ Church, Church Lane, Loughton, MK5 8AS Contact: [email protected] www.watlingvalley.org.uk/allsaints-hod/ www.facebook.com/allsaintsloughton 14 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours

15 The Old School Wolverton Open Days Future Wolverton u Please see event 5 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1200

www.mkheritageopendays.com 9 16 Milton Keynes Waste Recovery Park Open Day, Old Wolverton

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4 weekend, for a maximum number of 25 adults (child-friendly age 7+). You will have a presentation regarding the technologies that we have on site and get to see the plant working. Booking required. Times: 1000 – 1230 Location: MK Waste Recovery Park, 9 Dickens Road, MK12 5QF Contact: [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/yymndqpr www.mkwasterecovery.com 17 Hands on Our Willis: Play the Pipe Organ! Music for All @ SMSG Your chance to try playing a wonderfully restored Victorian pipe organ. No need to book, just drop in with your favourite sheet music and get all the help you need from our volunteer team. Light lunch (soup, bread and cheese) as well as cake, coffee and tea available. Donations welcome. An exhibition about the organ will be on display. Times: 1000 – 1300 Location: St Mary & St Giles Church, Church Street, Stony Stratford, MK11 1BD Contact: [email protected] www.musicforallsmsg.org/whats-on/festival www.twitter.com/SMSG_organ www.facebook.com/MusicforAllSMSG 18 Country Crafts Demonstration Day & Museum Open Buckingham Old Gaol Craft demonstrations in the old exercise yard, including the Chiltern Spinners, Nimble Thimble patch- workers, pyrography and knitting. In the Museum, explore the history of Buckingham, starting with itsgeology, through the early Britons and Romans via the English Civil War on until the recent past, all on two floors within a former prison built to look like a castle. Tea/coffee and cake will be available to buy on the terrace. John Cornwall Times: 1000 – 1530 Location: Buckingham Old Gaol, Market Hill, Buckingham MK18 1JX Contact: 01280 823020 [email protected] www.buckinghamoldgaol.org.uk

10 www.mkheritageopendays.com 19 St Lawrence’s Church, Broughton Village Heritage Open Days Friends of St Lawrence (FOSL), Broughton 4 1 A time capsule of social, religious and political history. With y a stunning medieval wall-paintings, chained books from the d r u Reformation and magnificent Victorian stained glass windows, this t a redundant 14th century church is one of the hidden gems of S Milton Keynes. Now in the care of the Churches Conservation Trust, St Lawrence’s is still consecrated and used for occasional services. Times: 1000 – 1600 Location: St Lawrence’s Church, London Road, Broughton Village, MK10 9AA Contact: Barry Wadeson 07773 140208 [email protected] www.facebook.com/FriendsofStLawrence

20 St James New Bradwell Open Day St James Church Council, New Bradwell The church is open for casual visitors as well as for participants in the Bucks Historic Ride and Stride sponsored event. Designed by George Street, architect of the Royal Courts of Justice, St James’ was built in 1857 on land donated by the railway company. It features a 12th century Norman arched doorway, a stone pulpit and font and the oak side altar from the ruined St Peter’s church in Stanton Low, which were installed in 1969, along with two ancient tombstones from St Peter’s commemorating families, plus many other treasures. Times: 1000 – 1600 Location: Church Street, New Bradwell, MK13 0DA Contact: Rev Paul Smith: 01908 606689 [email protected] www.stjamesnewbradwell.org.uk 21 Bow Brickhill Church & Tower Open Day All Saints Church Bow Brickhill The church stands above the village upon the Greensand Ridge with outstanding views from the top of the tower across the city of Milton Keynes and beyond. The church is surrounded by countryside, is very peaceful and well worth a visit. Tea, coffee and cakes are for sale so please do come and join us. Times: 1000 – 1600 Location: All Saints Church, Church Road, Bow Brickhill, MK17 9LQ Contact: [email protected] www.bowbrickhill.com/church www.facebook.com/BowBrickhillChurch/

www.mkheritageopendays.com 11 22 National Badminton Museum Open Day National Badminton Museum Volunteers will be present to show visitors around the Museum S a

t collection and answer questions. The Museum office will be open u r d and it will be possible to look at the archive. On show will be the a y

collection of old badminton racquets. 1 4 Times: 1000 – 1600 Location: National Badminton Museum, National Badminton Centre, Bradwell Road, Loughton Lodge, MK8 9LA Contact: Geoff Hinder 07754 747686 geoff[email protected] www.badmintonengland.co.uk/about-us/national- badminton-museum/

23 Cowper & Newton Family Fun & Craft at CMK Library Milton Keynes Libraries The Cowper & Newton Museum respectfully request your company to join us for a Georgian craft & make over session at the Central Library today - decorate your wig, make your fan & mask, find out how to put your best foot forward and create your own Georgian- style portrait! You too can go to the Masquerade Ball! Please book via MK Libraries. Times: 1030 – 1130 Location: Milton Keynes Central Library, 555 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 3HL Contact: Michelle Herriman 01908 254067 Book via: www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/libraryevents www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/libraries/library-news- and-events 24 Bletchley Archaeological & Historical Society (BAHS) Open Day Bletchley Archaeological & Historical Society People Power! Come and record your own memories for the BAHS’s own archives. There will be a display of local maps, photos, pictures and books to enjoy, that might help trigger some memories too. Times: 1030 – 1630 Location: Rectory Cottages, Church Green Road, Bletchley, MK3 6BJ Contact: [email protected] www.mkheritage.co.uk/bahs

12 www.mkheritageopendays.com 25 Tours of Wolverton's Secret Garden Wolverton Secret Garden Society Alongside the Grand Union Canal in the railway town of

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y transformed a piece of derelict land into a new green space for a d r the enjoyment of all, The Secret Garden. Meet the volunteers and u t a discover the history of Wolverton’s Secret Garden, including the S previous occupants of the site. Times: Tours at 1100 & 1200 Location: Off Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK13 0DY. Meet down the entrance slope near the green hut. Contact: [email protected] www.wolvertonsecretgarden.co.uk.btck.co.uk/

26 Westbury Arts Centre Guided Walk – Shenley Wood Westbury Arts Centre A 90 minute walk around the ancient woodland of Shenley Wood and the listed 17th century manor of Westbury. The walk will be jointly led by a Parks Trust guide and representative from Westbury Arts Centre. Discover the flora and fauna of this ancient woodland and its connection with Westbury Arts Centre. Times: 1100 – 1230 Location: Westbury Arts Centre, Foxcovert Road, Shenley Wood, MK5 6AA Meet outside the gate at the end of the driveway Contact: Julia Canham 01908 501214 www.westburyartscentre.co.uk 27 Westbury Arts Centre – Milton Keynes’ Hidden Jewel Westbury Arts Centre Westbury, hundreds of years old at the time of the Norman Conquest, was a 14th century moated manor, a farm and now a thriving arts centre. Discover its rich history in an exhibition put together by the volunteers who researched the site, with Westbury's story showcased alongside information about local flora and fauna. Times: 1100 – 1600 Location: Westbury Arts Centre, Foxcovert Road, Shenley Wood, MK5 6AA Contact: Julia Canham 01908 501214 www.westburyartscentre.co.uk

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interesting and creative spaces and meet our artists at work. 1 4 Times: 1100 – 1600 Location: Westbury Arts Centre, Foxcovert Road, Shenley Wood, MK5 6AA Contact: Julia Canham 01908 501214 www.westburyartscentre.co.uk 29 Claydon Heritage Open Day National Trust & Claydon Estate Enjoy free entry to Claydon House and the Verney family private gardens as part of Heritage Open Day. Explore the house, gardens and courtyard and discover how the National Trust and Claydon Estate care for this beautiful place. Times: 1100 – 1600 Location: Claydon House, Middle Claydon, near Buckingham, MK18 2EY Contact: 01296 730349 [email protected] nationaltrust.org.uk/claydon www.claydonestate.co.uk 30 North Crawley Historical Society Exhibition & Field Walk North Crawley Historical Society An exhibition in St Firmin’s Church of old photos, historical documents and memorabilia with themed exhibits about the village over the years, with a field walk in the afternoon. St Firmin’s Church dates from the early 13th century and is of considerable interest in its own right, boasting an early 14th century rood screen. North Crawley is set in attractive countryside and the planned field walk of about 2 hours will explore some of this, with a commentary on the field names and historically important features. Please pre-book for the field walk. Times: Exhibition 1100 – 1600, field walk 1400 – 1600 Location: St Firmin’s Church, North Crawley, Bucks MK16 9LL Contact/ book via: 01234 391205 [email protected]

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Stables is widely regarded as one of the UK’s finest music venues. S Tickets are free but booking is essential. Times: Tours start at 1200, 1300 & 1400 Location: The Stables Theatre, Stockwell Lane, Wavendon, MK17 8LU Contact/ book via: Box Office 01908 280800 www.stables.org 32 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Openings Newport Pagnell Historical Society Chandos Hall is home to Newport Pagnell Museum and this year as part of Heritage Open days will feature general local historical artefacts on display, plus a themed display entitled Newport Pagnell Property Deeds. Times: 1300 – 1600 Location: Chandos Hall, Silver Street, Newport Pagnell, MK16 0EN Contact: Peter Sears 01908 804317 Brian Breacher 01908 610727 www.mkheritage.org.uk/nphs 33 Bradwell Windmill Open Weekend R & A Wilde on behalf of MK Museum One of the only remaining windmills in Buckinghamshire still producing wholemeal flour, the windmill will be open this weekend for family visits. Milling will take place for a short time each afternoon and flour will be available to buy for donations towards the upkeep of the Mill. Times: 1330 – 1630 Location: Off Nightingale Crescent, Bradville, MK13 7UE Contact: Richard Wilde 07775 608228 www.miltonkeynesmuseum.org.uk/home/bradwell- windmill/ 34 People Powering Cosgrove Cosgrove Church Find out about Cosgrove's extraordinary heritage in the development of transport – the first English Balloon Aviator, the Man that Built the Boats in Stony Stratford, the Grand Junction Canal, and ingenious local residents! Times: 1400 – 16.30 Location: Cosgrove Church, Stratford Road, Cosgrove, , MK19 7JA Contact: W. Page 07710497415 www.cosgrovehistory.co.uk/ www.mkheritageopendays.com 15 35 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Treasure Hunt

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4 then come back to the Museum for some tea and biscuits! Suitable for all ages but for children in particular. Times: 1400 – 1500 Location: Starting at the town Museum, Chandos Hall, Silver Street (through the alleyway between 52 & 54) Newport Pagnell, MK16 0EN Contact: Peter Sears 01908 804317 Brian Breacher 01908 610727 www.mkheritage.org.uk/nphs 36 Gyosei Art Trail Walk Public Arts Trust MK Completed in 2016 for local residents to enjoy, the Gyosei Art Trail consists of eight wonderful artworks installed along the Grand Union Canal, which are related to the themes of Japanese connections, canal history, fish, fowl, insects and invertebrates. Join us to discover them on this fascinating guided walk (duration approx. 1 hour). Booking is required. Times: 1400 – 1500 Location: Starts from Gyosei Gardens, MK15 9AW (at the end of Sakura Walk) Contact: 07877 541627 [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/yxw2xe2n www.great-linford.gov.uk/facilities-we-manage/gyosei-art-trail/

Laura Boswell 37 28 High Street, Winslow – Open Afternoon Winslow History Project A Victorian building which was acquired in 1885 by the solicitor TP Willis. He turned it into offices, from which he ran the affairs of Winslow and district. Since his death in 1909 it has served various local government functions and it now belongs to Winslow Town Council. If you've ever wondered what was inside, now's your chance to come in and find out! Times: 1400 – 1700 Location: 28 High Street, Winslow, Buckingham MK18 3HF Contact: Dr David Noy 01296 711683 [email protected] www.winslow-history.org.uk/news.shtm

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poor of Winslow and used from 1865 until 1901, when a new S Winslow National School was built on Sheep Street. It has been owned by Girlguiding since 1958. The hall has many original features. There will also be a display of Girlguiding in Winslow over the last 60 years. Refreshments will be on sale including homemade cakes, scones, teas and coffees. All proceeds will go to the hall’s refurbishment fund. Times: 1400 – 1700 Location: Winslow Brownie & Guide Hall, Church Street, Winslow, MK18 3AN (access by foot from Church Walk or Horn Street) Contact: Fran Sturley [email protected] 39 Keach's Meeting House Winslow Open Afternoon Winslow History Project Winslow has a strong Nonconformist tradition, and the Baptists were very influential for much of the 18th century. Visitors can see inside this small Baptist chapel, built in 1695 with open-backed benches, box pews, a gallery, pulpit, communion table and memorial tablets. Information will be available about the building, the life of Benjamin Keach (a Baptist preacher in the 1660s, put in the pillory for his writings) and the history of the Baptists in Winslow, including some early Baptist women. Times: 1400 – 1700 Location: Bell Walk, Winslow, MK18 3AH Contact: Dr David Noy 01296 711683 [email protected] www.winslow-history.org.uk/news.shtm

40 Winslow History Walks Winslow History Project A stroll around the centre of Winslow looking at the outside of some of the historic buildings erected between the 15th and 19th centuries and hearing about the people who lived in them. Some of the sites have People Power connections. The walk will last about an hour and will always be within 100 yards of Winslow Market Square. Times: 1700 – 1800 Location: Start at Keach’s Meeting House, Bell Walk, Winslow, MK18 3AH Contact: Dr David Noy 01296 711683 [email protected] www.winslow-history.org.uk/news.shtm

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41 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700 42 Woburn Sands Heritage Walk S u Woburn Sands Town Council n d

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1 leads a 2-hour walk around Woburn 5 Sands pointing out its heritage and buildings and the changes which have taken place over the years. Lots of opportunities to ask questions, plus Paul will be bringing along some supporting documentation. A lovely walk for all the family on a Sunday morning. Places limited. Book your tickets now. Times: 1000 – 1200 Location: Meet outside Woburn Sands Library, on the High Street at the top of Chapel Street, near the zebra crossing. Contact: Lynne Stapleton: 01908 585368 for tickets 43 St Lawrence’s Church, Broughton Village, Heritage Open Days Friends of St Lawrence (FOSL) u Please see event 19 (page 11) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1600 44 Westbury Arts Centre Guided Walk – Shenley Wood Westbury Arts Centre u Please see event 26 (page 13) for full details u Times: 1100 – 1230 45 Bradwell Abbey Medieval Fayre Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre Have-a-go archery, birds of prey, knights, squires, monks, markets, food. What's not to love about the Middle Ages? Come to one of MK’s most loved heritage sites and lose yourself in a world of knights, squires and monks as you are transported back 800 years. Peruse the wares of historical market traders and enjoy hot food and drinks. Why not come as a king or a sorceress? You can let the children dress up too if you want! Times: 1100 – 1600 Location: Bradwell Abbey, Alston Drive, MK13 9AP Contact: 01908 227229 [email protected] www.mkcdc.org.uk/events/index.html www.facebook.com/events/1219521058206602/

18 www.mkheritageopendays.com 46 Out Of This World! Festive Road Join us in celebrating the 50th anniversary of the Moon Landing! We have a wonderfully fun and hands-on selection of activities to celebrate this incredible time in history – see and operate our giant orrery, marvel at our homemade moon buggy and make your own space-related object to take home. Our fabulous collection of creatures and creations will also be available for admiration and selfies! 5 1 Times: 1100 – 1600 y a

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Contact: 01908 263025 [email protected] S www.festiveroad.org Twitter: @Festive_Road Facebook: @FestiveRoadMK 47 Westbury Arts Centre – Milton Keynes’ Hidden Jewel Westbury Arts Centre u Please see event 27 (page 13) for full details u Times: 1100 – 1600 48 Westbury Arts Centre Open Studios Westbury Arts Centre u Please see event 28 (page 14) for full details u Times: 1100 – 1600 49 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours

50 Make No Little Plans: The City Builders’ Stories Film Screening Living Archive MK Made by Living Archive MK with support from the Heritage Lottery Fund, this film tells the story of Milton Keynes’ early years, told by those who were part of the Development Corporation tasked with its planning and development. It’s a story of audacity and brashness, of teamwork and tussles, of utopian dreams and a bold vision. Booking is required. Times: 1145 – 1300 Location: Odeon Cinemas, Stadium Way West, MK1 1ST Contact: [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y3jcl6pj www.livingarchive.org.uk

www.mkheritageopendays.com 19 51 Wulfhere’s Tun – a local history walk Milton Keynes Heritage Association Step back through the ages in this guided circular walk (approximately 4 miles) looking at a number of places of interest in the development and growth of Wolverton, from Wulfhere’s time in the Saxon age to the present. May be muddy in places. Time: 1200 Location: Old Wolverton, meet on corner of King Stephen

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1 5 52 Starman – The Man Who Sewed The World – Film Screening Living Archive MK & LJS Films This documentary tells the fascinating story of Freddie Burretti, David Bowie’s very close friend, Ziggy Stardust costume collaborator and stylist, giving a unique insight as to how they challenged homophobia, fashion and a sceptical rock music industry and won. Lee Scriven’s personal take will leave you in no doubt that Freddie Burretti was the man who sewed the world. Booking is required. Times: 1300 – 1430 Location: Odeon Cinemas, Stadium Way West, MK1 1ST Contact: [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y6l798z4 www.livingarchive.org.uk

53 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Opening Newport Pagnell Historical Society u Please see event 32 (page 15) for full details u Times: 1400 – 1500

54 Woughton Heritage Open Days Woughton Heritage Visit us at St Mary’s Church to see our display of pictures, artefacts and significant items of information about Woughton in the past, including the outcomes of Woughton Heritage’s historical research. Also on display will be a detailed model of the nearby Fenny Stratford railway station, built locally. Come and join us for a cup of tea and a chat! Times: 1300 – 1700 Location: St Mary’s Church, Newport Rd, Woughton-on-the-Green, MK6 3BS Contact: [email protected]

20 www.mkheritageopendays.com 55 Get Cycling MK Heritage Open Days 2019 Guided Bike Ride Milton Keynes Council & Milton Keynes Museum Bring the family on a short (5mile) guided bike ride around some of the Heritage Open Day Events on Sunday afternoon. The tour starts and ends at Milton Keynes Museum via Wolverton and from there we’ll spend time exploring the inner workings of Bradwell Windmill. Next we travel to Bradwell Abbey for the Medieval Fayre and finally back to the museum via Bancroft Roman Villa. Booking is required. 5 1

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Location: Starts from MK Museum, McConnell Dr, Wolverton, n u MK12 5EL. Meet in the car park S Contact: MK Council Cycling Team 01908 254728 [email protected] Book via: The Let’s Ride website: www.letsride.co.uk/groups/ get-cycling-mk More info about cycling & sustainable travel: www.getsmartertravelmk.org Get Cycling MK Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/200489080449497/ Get Smarter Travel MKs Twitter Feed: www.twitter.com/GetSmarterMK

56 Bradwell Windmill Open Weekend R & A Wilde on behalf of MK Museum u Please see event 33 (page 15) for full details u Times: 1330 – 1630 57 Guided Tours of the Milton Keynes Rose MK Cenotaph Trust Visitors will be given a short walking tour of some of the pillars at the Milton Keynes Rose which demonstrate the wealth of heritage in the city, including the history of the hymn Amazing Grace which was written in Olney and the story of Albert French, a young man from Wolverton who was killed in action in World War 1. Times: 1400 & 1500 Location: Milton Keynes Rose, Campbell Park, Central Milton Keynes Contact: John Moffoot: 07831 581199 www.miltonkeynesrose.org.uk

www.mkheritageopendays.com 21 58 ROCLA Art Trail Walk Public Arts Trust MK Walk round the ROCLA Art Trail in Redhouse Park and enjoy a variety of beautiful sculptures reflecting nature, magic and location, all commissioned from Avant Homes Section 106 monies and created working alongside the local community. This guided walk lasts approximately 1 hour. Booking is required. Times: 1400 – 1500

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1 5 Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y3xnx5es 59 Weekend Walks by Newport Pagnell Historical Society Newport Pagnell Historical Society A guided walk around the town with local historian and Society member Don Hurst. Come and find out about Newport Pagnell as Don takes you on a journey on foot through its ancient streets. Times: 1400 – 1500 Location: Meet outside the local Museum, Chandos Hall, Silver Street, (outside the archway between 52 & 54) Newport Pagnell, MK16 0EN Contact: Peter Sears (Chairman) 01908 804317 Brian Breacher (Secretary) 01908 610727 www.mkheritage.org.uk/nphs 60 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Treasure Hunt Newport Pagnell Historical Society u Please see event 35 (page 16) for full details u Times: 1400 – 1500

61 Jonathan Kingston Plays Your Favourite Hymns – Free Audience Request Concert Music for All @ SMSG Our closing recital of the Organ Festival is the popular one-hour audience requests concert when this year Jonathan Kingston will play the hymns and songs of praise you have chosen - book your request in advance via the website booking form or email details of your favourite piece to [email protected] Times: 1500 – 1700 Location: St Mary & St Giles Church, Church Street, Stony Stratford, MK11 1BD Contact: [email protected] www.musicforallsmsg.org/whats-on/festival www.twitter.com/SMSG_organ www.facebook.com/MusicforAllSMSG

22 www.mkheritageopendays.com Monday 16 September

62 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom Exhibition at CMK Library MK Libraries u Please see event 1 (page 6) for full details u Times: During library opening hours 63 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700 64 Magistrates’ Court Open Days 6 1

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Escorted court visits by magistrates. Sit on the Bench and in the dock n o in an empty courtroom whilst being briefed about the work of the M court and sentencing. Then we’ll observe in a working courtroom followed by an explanation of what we have witnessed and a Q&A session. Young people aged over 14 only. Booking is required. Times: 0930 – 1245 & 1330 – 1630 Location: Milton Keynes Magistrates’ Court, 301 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 2AJ Contact/Book via: 07967 657077 [email protected]

65 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours 66 New Town Nostalgia – The Old Bath House The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK u Please see event 6 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1400 67 Woughton Heritage Open Days Woughton Heritage u Please see event 54 (page 20) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1700

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121 24 68 Wolverton On Film 1, 2, 3 & 4 Screenings The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK Films reflecting the history of Wolverton and district, and films made by film-makers from Wolverton that aren’t always about the area. See the last run of the Nobby Newport train, the Ouse Valley in winter, Wolverton carnivals past, lantern making, the Queen’s visit in 1966 and more. Times: Wolverton On Film 1: 1000 – 1100 Wolverton On Film 2: 1115 – 1215 Wolverton On Film 3: 1230 – 1330 Wolverton On Film 4: 1345 – 1445 Location: The Old Bath House & Community Centre, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL Contact: [email protected] www.oldbathhouse.org facebook/oldbathhousewolverton www.livingarchive.org.uk 69 Ring Of Steel and Stadium Tour MK Dons Sports and Education Trust u Please see event 8 (page 8) for full details u T u

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71 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom Exhibition at CMK Library MK Libraries u Please see event 1 (page 6) for full details u Times: During library opening hours 72 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700 73 Magistrates’ Court Open Days Debbie Gibbs JP u Please see event 64 (page 23) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1245 & 1330 – 1630

26 www.mkheritageopendays.com 74 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours 75 The Old School Wolverton Open Days Future Wolverton u Please see event 5 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1300 76 New Town Nostalgia – The Old Bath House The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK u Please see event 6 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1400 77 A celebration of our harvest and heritage at Wolverton Community Orchard Wolverton Community Orchard Volunteers

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78 Buckingham Between The Wars Buckingham Old Gaol A fascinating exhibition in the Old Gaol courtyard on the development of Buckingham between the two world wars and the conditions of everyday life for people who lived in the town. Free entry to courtyard exhibition only; normal museum entry fees apply. Times: 1000 – 1530 Location: Buckingham Old Gaol, Market Hill, Buckingham, MK18 1JX Contact: 01280 823020 [email protected] www.buckinghamoldgaol.org.uk

www.mkheritageopendays.com 27 79 Walk Wolverton Guided Tours Town Council & Wolverton Society for Arts & Heritage In 2017 a phone app MK Trails: Wolverton was released. It features 3 trails and includes historical descriptions, historic photos and audio recordings of local residents. The two guided walks will follow the route of two of the trails and will be led by people involved in the app creation. There is no need to possess a smartphone to enjoy this walk but if you do want to download the app it is available free for Mac and Android phones. You will need to book in advance. Information and link for when tickets become available will be on WGTC's website. Time: 1130 Location: Town Hall, Creed Street, Wolverton, MK12 5LY (meet in foyer) Contact/Book via: www.wolvertonandgreenleystowncouncil.gov.uk/ events Wednesday 18 September

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1 8 81 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700

82 Magistrates’ Court Open Days Debbie Gibbs JP u Please see event 64 (page 23) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1245 & 1330 – 1630

83 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours 84 The Old School Wolverton Open Days Future Wolverton u Please see event 5 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1300

28 www.mkheritageopendays.com 85 Wolverton On Film 5, 6 & 7 Screenings The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK Films reflecting the history of Wolverton and district, and films made by film-makers from Wolverton that aren’t always about the area. See Wolverton fireworks filmed from a drone, memories of Scouting in Wolverton, interviews with local shopkeepers filmed in 1996, an hour-long special on the Royal train (Vol 7) and more. Times: Wolverton On Film 5: 1000 – 1100 Wolverton On Film 6: 1115 – 1215 Wolverton On Film 7: 1230 – 1330 Location: The Old Bath House & Community Centre, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL Contact: [email protected] www.oldbathhouse.org facebook/oldbathhousewolverton www.livingarchive.org.uk 86 New Town Nostalgia – The Old Bath House The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK u Please see event 6 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1400

87 Buckingham Between The Wars Buckingham Old Gaol u Please see event 78 (page 27) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1530

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u Please see event 1 (page 6) for full details u h T Times: During library opening hours 89 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700

90 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours

www.mkheritageopendays.com 29 91 Winslow History Walks Winslow History Project u Please see event 40 (page 17) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1100 92 Wulfhere’s Tun – a local history walk Milton Keynes Heritage Association u Please see event 51 (page 20) for full details u Time: 1000 93 The Old School Wolverton Open Days Future Wolverton u Please see event 5 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1300 94 New Town Nostalgia – The Old Bath House The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK u Please see event 6 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1400 95 Wolverton On Film 8, 9, 10 & 11 Screenings The Old Bath House & Living Archive MK Films reflecting the history of Wolverton and district, and films made by film- makers from Wolverton that aren’t always about the area. With Britain in Bloom, features on the Agora and the Old School House, the Works Chimney and Wolverton’s A Place , a 1.5 hour T h u documentary made for the MK50 r s d

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30 www.mkheritageopendays.com 97 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival Milton Keynes Museum Four days each year when you can sample all the delights of the museum without paying a penny! Pop into the Angel Inn in our street of shops for a taste of our special collection of real ales and ciders, or soak up the sunshine outside with a bacon butty. You can see all the usual museum attractions – the Victorian farmhouse and school room, the street of shops, the Hall of Transport and more – as we throw open our doors during this national celebration of our wonderful heritage. Times: 1100 – 1630 Location: Milton Keynes Museum, McConnell Drive, Wolverton, MK12 5EL Contact: [email protected] 01908 316222 www.miltonkeynesmuseum.org.uk

98 Vintage Tea Dance MK Community Fridge Get your dancing shoes on for an afternoon get-together with vintage music and dancing. The Community Fridge pop-up cafe team will be sharing an afternoon tea of sandwiches, cakes and homemade jam until 2pm accompanied by music from bygone decades and dancing until 3pm. No charge for food or entertainment. Booking is required. Times: 1230 – 1400 serving afternoon tea 1300 – 1500 music and dancing Location: The Old Bath House & Community Centre, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL Contact: [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y56xyj28 9 1

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facebook/mkcommunityfridge d s r u h 99 Lunchtime Lecture at CMK Library: T Olney – The Home of Amazing Grace Milton Keynes Libraries Tom Jones, Trustee at the Cowper & Newton Museum in Olney, tells the story of how a chance meeting between a poet and a curate led to a writing collaboration which set the 18th century world talking … and singing … Booking is required. Times: 1315 – 1345 Location: Milton Keynes Central Library, 555 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 3HL Contact: Michelle Herriman 01908 254067 Book via: www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/libraryevents www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/libraries/library-news-and-events

www.mkheritageopendays.com 31 100 Milton Keynes Waste Recovery Park Open Day, Old Wolverton Amey u Please see event 16 (page 10) for full details u Times: 1400 – 1600 101 Secklow Hundred Mound – Milton Keynes’ Ancestral Meeting Place On the Verge An illustrated talk by Martin Petchey, archaeologist. The Secklow Mound is a Scheduled Ancient Monument (a nationally important archaeological site) that lies behind the Milton Keynes Central Library. The low turf-built mound served as a meeting place for the elders of the Secklow Hundred and is close to the point where three parishes meet, a typically isolated spot for a Saxon ‘moot’ or meeting place. Tickets are free but booking is required. Times: 1815 – 1915 Location: Milton Keynes Central Library, 555 Silbury Blvd, MK9 3HL Contact: Myriam Metcalf [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y4arsueo www.ontheverge.org.uk www.facebook.com/pg/OnTheVergeMK/posts/

102 Hospital Collection Open Day Tours Arts for Health Milton Keynes Whilst much of the 400+ piece Milton Keynes University Hospital art collection is available to view in and around the

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9 works featured on our curated Art Trail, and perhaps experience some of those which are a little off the beaten track. Each session features both a short Reflections On A Tide (1990), Stuart Reid (1 hour) and long tour (2 hour) which will start at the same time and run concurrently. The shorter tour is suitable for children. Booking is required. Time: 1900 Location: Milton Keynes University Hospital, Standing Way, Eaglestone, MK6 5LD. Meet in the Hospital’s Main Entrance Reception Contact/Book via: 01908 996124 [email protected] www.artsforhealthmk.org.uk Twitter: @artsforhealthMK Facebook: artsforhealthmiltonkeynes

32 www.mkheritageopendays.com Friday 20 September

103 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom Exhibition at CMK Library MK Libraries u Please see event 1 (page 6) for full details u Times: During library opening hours

104 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700

105 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours 106 Railway Cottages, New Bradwell Rainbow Housing Co-operative Talks by current members of Rainbow Housing Co-operative about the history of the street and its present day use, followed by a walk around the outside of the buildings. When Wolverton Works was set up LNWR needed to house their workers. They built cottages nearby for their employees but by the 1970s these had fallen into disrepair and, with the exception of Spencer Street, were demolished. Spencer Street was then rented out to a housing co-operative. Forty years later, the co-op continues to flourish! Times: 1000 – 1200 Location: Railway Cottages, 9 Spencer Street, New Bradwell, MK13 0DW Contact: [email protected]

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www.mkheritageopendays.com 33 110 Cowper & Newton Museum Open Day Cowper & Newton Museum Visit the house in Olney where one of England's favourite poets William Cowper lived for twenty years and imagine domestic life as he experienced it in late-Georgian times. Enjoy his garden and the celebrated summer-house where he wrote, and where he used to meet his neighbour, the preacher and former slave trader John Newton, author of the hymn Amazing Grace. Refreshments available too! Times: 1030 – 1630 Location: Cowper & Newton Museum, Orchard Side, Market Place, Olney, MK46 4AJ Contact: House Manager 01234 711516 [email protected] www.cowperandnewtonmuseum.org.uk 111 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival Milton Keynes Museum u Please see event 97 (page 31) for full details u Times: 1100 – 1630 112 Walk Wolverton Guided Tours Wolverton and Greenleys Town Council & Wolverton Society for Arts & Heritage u Please see event 79 (page 28) for full details u Time: 1130

Saturday 21 September

113 Cowper & Newton Limelights & Stardom Exhibition at CMK Library MK Libraries u Please see event 1 (page 6) for full details u Times: During library opening hours 114 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions

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34 www.mkheritageopendays.com 116 Railway Cottages, New Bradwell Rainbow Housing Co-operative u Please see event 106 (page 33) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1200

117 The Old School Wolverton Open Days Future Wolverton u Please see event 5 (page 7) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1200 118 Wolverton Masonic Centre Open Day Secretary, Scientific Lodge Colin E Milton Dispel some of the myths about Masonry and learn about our charitable activities and how we fit in with the community. Times: 1000 – 1500 Location: 22 The Square, Wolverton, Milton Keynes, MK12 5DG Contact: Colin E Milton Secretary, Scientific Lodge 01908 375689 [email protected] 119 Buckingham Between The Wars Buckingham Old Gaol u Please see event 78 (page 27) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1530 120 St Lawrence’s Church, Broughton Village, Heritage Open Days Friends of St Lawrence (FOSL) u Please see event 19 (page 11) for full details u Times: 1000 – 1600 121 Everyday stories from the life of an 18th Century Rector – St Mary’s Church Mike Wittle on behalf of St Mary’s Church, Bletchley Meet the Reverend William Cole and be amazed and amused as you learn about day to day life in Bletchley 300 years ago – the food, dining, shopping, games, travel, drying cowpats and more! See the Bible that belonged to Charles I (only

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and study our brand new digital y a d record of over 100 documents r u t spanning the centuries of St Mary’s history, available now for the first a S time. Other highlights include tours of the church and war graves, and of course some yummy refreshments. So come and join us. Times: 1030 – 1630 Location: St Mary’s Church, Church Green Road, Bletchley, MK3 6BJ Contact: Mike Wittle 07958 049085 [email protected]

www.mkheritageopendays.com 35 122 Calverton Guided Heritage Walks Calverton Records Project A 1½ mile guided walk around the picturesque village of Calverton taking in a variety of views of its historic buildings and surrounding countryside. You'll learn about a murder in the Manor, medieval fish farming, witches circles, the foundling Mary Gates and WW2 radio stations. There is also a heritage display and a tour of the Church of All Saints which will be open during the day. Booking is recommended. Times: Morning walk 1030 – 1200 Afternoon walks 1400 – 1530 & 1600 – 1730 Location: All Saints Church, Church Hill, Calverton, MK19 6ED Meet at church porch Contact/Book via: David Muston [email protected] www.mkheritage.org.uk/calverton www.calvertonvillage.uk 123 Exploring Eaglestone Milton Keynes Forum The northern half of Eaglestone was designed by Ralph Erskine, one of our most famous architects, and the Twentieth Century Society recently recommended that it should be designated a Conservation Area. Come and discover why in this walk led by Tim Skelton that will also look at the rest of the grid square. Refreshments afterwards courtesy of the Eaglestone Residents’ Association. Booking is required. Time: 1100 Location: Meet in car park at Eaglestone Local Centre (MK6 5BZ) Contact: Tim Skelton 01908 604655 [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y5mum39e www.miltonkeynesforum.org 124 Guided Tour of the Oak Chapel at Crownhill Crematorium Adrian Morrow Architects Ltd and MK Council Bereavement Services A guided tour of the award-winning Oak Chapel at Crownhill will be led by architect Adrian Morrow. The tour will include the complete interior, comprising not only the waiting area, arrivals area, chapel, wreath court and promenade, but also the administration area and cremator room. The tour will conclude with a walk through the retained woodlands where the SUDS ponds can be seen. Pre- S a booking is required via the Eventbrite website. t u r d

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2 Location: Crownhill Crematorium, Dansteed Way, Crownhill, 1 MK8 0AH. Assemble inside or outside the waiting room. Contact: Adrian Morrow RIBA 07956 510818 [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y3p2pkbj www.morrowarchitects.com/crematorium/

36 www.mkheritageopendays.com 125 The Dancing Maharajas Festive Road Drop-in sessions and exciting outdoor performances with a life- size pedal-powered elephant, dancing Maharajas and musicians, inspired by the culture of Northern India. A fusion of Bhangra folk dance, mobile mechanical art, Punjabi folk singing, Dhol drumming and street theatre – and you’ll also have the opportunity to learn some dance steps, have a go at drumming and get to meet Harminder the mechanical elephant! Times: 1100 – 1300 Performances (lasting 15 mins) at 1130 & 1245 Location: Milton Keynes Museum, McConnell Drive, Wolverton, MK12 5EL Contact: 01908 263025 [email protected] www.festiveroad.org Twitter: @Festive_Road Facebook: @FestiveRoadMK 126 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival Milton Keynes Museum u Please see event 97 (page 31) for full details u Times: 1100 – 1630

127 World War 1 Display by The Western Front Association The Western Front Association (Milton Keynes Branch) An exhibition of local heritage and beyond relating to the Great War 1914-18 and an opportunity to put questions to Milton Keynes Branch members who will also be happy to receive any related 1 2

memorabilia to augment the collection. There will be details of the y a d monthly talks by guest speakers and the chance to get tips on r u t tracing your WW1 ancestors. a S Times: 1100 – 1630 Location: Milton Keynes Museum, McConnell Drive, Wolverton, MK12 5EL Contact: Anne McIntyre [email protected] www.westernfrontassociation.com

www.mkheritageopendays.com 37 128 Harvest Open Weekend at St Guthlac’s Church, Passenham The Friends of St Guthlac’s A beautiful and historical church in a rural setting, open for visitors on September 21st and 22nd. Attractions include harvest decorations, church history display, bell ringing, live background music, and activities for children. Personal guides and written information about the church are available. Refreshments are on sale. Toilet facilities available. Times: 1200 – 1600 Location: St. Guthlac’s Church, Passenham Road, Passenham, MK19 6DH Contact: [email protected] www.mkheritage.co.uk/wdahs/pass/docs/church/church.html www.facebook.com/FriendsofStGuthlacsChurch/

129 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Openings Newport Pagnell Historical Society u Please see event 32 (page 15) for full details u Times: 1300 – 1600

130 Hospital Collection Open Day Tours Arts for Health Milton Keynes u Please see event 102 (page 32) for full details u Time: 1345

131 Grow Your Family Tree MK Libraries Join archivist Katherine Gwyn for forty-five minutes of exploring the techniques and skills needed to start and grow your family tree. Suitable for novice and experienced genealogists. Times: 1400 – 1445 Location: Milton Keynes Central Library, 555 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 3HL Contact: Milton Keynes Central Library 01908 254050 www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/libraries

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2 1 132 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Treasure Hunt Newport Pagnell Historical Society u Please see event 35 (page 16) for full details u Times: 1400 – 1500

38 www.mkheritageopendays.com 133 Buckinghamshire Folk Tales Book Launch Red Phoenix Storytelling & Productions A book launch for the debut book by Terrie Howey (AKA storyteller Red Phoenix), including a walking tour, poetry, music and refreshments. Begin with a Stony Stratford Story Stroll around the streets of the historic coaching town. After the tour visitors can enjoy refreshments and entertainment at the Library with the Bard of Stony Stratford, the Stony Storytellers, and music from Andy Powell as Terrie signs copies of the book. Booking is required. Times: 1530 – 1900 Location: Stony Stratford Library, 5-7 Church Street, Stony Stratford, MK11 1PW Gather at the library for the start of the tour at 1530 Contact: [email protected] Book via https://tinyurl.com/y4836cgo www.redphoenixstory.com 134 Agora A-Go-Go Bumper Annual – Book Launch Agora A-Go-Go & The Old Bath House Join team Agora A-Go-Go to celebrate the publication of this unique insight into one of Milton Keynes’ iconic projects. Share your memories and take home this limited edition local interest publication, packed with photographs, ephemera, stories, songs, confessions, drawings, jokes, rumours, poetry, stickers – the lot – capturing the highs and lows of the Agora. Times: 1800 – 2030 Location: The Old Bath House & Community Centre, 205 Stratford Road, Wolverton, MK12 5RL Contact: [email protected] www.facebook.com/TeamAgora-a-go-go https://agorans.space/ www.oldbathhouse.org

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135 Bletchley Park Heritage Open Days Bletchley Park u Please see event 2 (page 6) for full details u Times: 0930 – 1700 136 St Lawrence’s Church, Broughton Village, Heritage Open Days Friends of St Lawrence (FOSL) u Please see event 19 (page 11) for full details u

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www.mkheritageopendays.com 39 137 Stowe Open Day Stowe House Preservation Trust, National Trust Stowe, The Landmark Trust, Stowe Church Join us at Stowe as we open our doors for the annual Heritage Open Day. With free entry across the site, take this unique opportunity to explore 250 acres of monumental landscape gardens, take a taster tour of Stowe House where you can discover the fascinating history of one of Britain’s finest hidden gems and visit the Gothic Temple, normally an exclusive holiday cottage for the Landmark Trust. Times: 1000 – 1700 Location: New Inn, Stowe, Buckingham, MK18 5EQ Contact: 01280 817156 www.stowehouse.org.uk www.nationaltrust.org.uk/stowe www.landmarktrust.org.uk

138 Milton Keynes Arts Centre Heritage Open Day Milton Keynes Arts Centre Milton Keynes Arts Centre presents a programme of events offering free arts and heritage craft activities on Sunday 22 September, 2019. Experienced artists will lead workshops exploring traditional crafts in engaging and contemporary ways. There is no need to book, just drop in between 11am – 3pm to join one of the workshops. Activities for adults, children and families available. Free, everyone welcome. Times: 1200 – 1600 Location: Milton Keynes Arts Centre, Parklands, Great Linford, MK14 5DZ Contact: 01908 608108 [email protected] www.miltonkeynesartscentre.org Twitter: @mkartscentre Instagram: @miltonkeynesartscentre Facebook: @MiltonKeynesArtsCentre 139 MK Museum Heritage Open Days and Beer Festival Milton Keynes Museum u Please see event 97 (page 31) for full details u Times: 1100 – 1630

140 World War 1 Display by The Western Front Association The Western Front Association (Milton Keynes Branch) u Please see event 127 (page 37) for full details u Times: 1100 – 1630 S u n d a y

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40 www.mkheritageopendays.com 141 MK Festival Fringe New Hoarding Commissions Milton Keynes Festival Fringe u Please see event 3 (page 6) for full details u Times: During centre:mk opening hours 142 Harvest Open Weekend at St Guthlac’s Church, Passenham The Friends of St Guthlac’s u Please see event 128 (page 38) for full details u Times: 1200 – 1600 143 Great Linford Manor Park And Its Horrible Heritage The Parks Trust, Friends of Great Linford Manor Park, St Andrews Church and Milton Keynes Arts Centre Come join us at Great Linford Manor Park as we take you on a journey to discover the rich history of this park. There will be live music, guided walks, family activities, community stalls, food vendors, a children’s heritage trail & games, competitions and much more. This event is free and open to all ages and abilities. Times: 1200 – 1600 Location: Great Linford Manor Park, Great Linford, MK14 5AU Contact: Darrel Canvin [email protected] [email protected] www.theparkstrust.com 144 Newport Pagnell Historical Society Museum Openings Newport Pagnell Historical Society u Please see event 32 (page 15) for full details u Times: 1300 – 1600

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www.mkheritageopendays.com 41 147 Great Linford Village Walk Milton Keynes Forum The walk, led by architect Pete Martin, will explore the integration of the building of the new city with the Manor and the historical core of the village and will look at the recommendations of the Milton Keynes Development Corporation Villages Study team published in 1974 and its implementation. The walk is approximately 2.5 miles and will take about 1.5 hours. Booking is required. Times: 1400 – 1530 Location: MK Arts Centre, Parklands, Great Linford, MK14 5DZ Meet in the car park at MKAC Contact: Peter Martin 07884 231354 [email protected] Book via: https://tinyurl.com/y4raqd6j

148 Everyday stories from the life of an 18th Century Rector - St Mary’s Church Mike Wittle on behalf of St Mary’s Church, Bletchley u Please see event 121 (page 35) for full details u Times: 1400 – 1600 149 How Fabric Changed History - Author Event at MK Lit Fest MK Lit Fest A fascinating question and answer session with Kassia St Clair, centred around her Radio 4 Book of the Week The Golden Thread: How Fabric Changed History . Be prepared to discover the most alluring, alarming and thought- provoking stories that will make you rethink your relationship with fabric forever! Booking is required. Times: 1730 – 1830 Location: MK Gallery, 900 Midsummer Boulevard, MK9 3QA Contact: Tabbie Hunt S u

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42 www.mkheritageopendays.com 150 Milton Keynes: A Journey to 2050 Milton Keynes Council Come to Milton Keynes Central Library to explore the future of Milton Keynes from 21 August to 21 September. You will have a chance to see the 5 shortlisted designs for MK:U, the future prospects for transport around Milton Keynes, the story of how we plan to grow to half a million people by 2050 along with much more!

Dates & Times: 13 – 22 September (during Library opening hours) Location: The Event Space, Milton Keynes Central Library, 555 Silbury Boulevard, MK9 3 HL Contact: [email protected] www.mkfutures2050.com

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What is A Festival for Creative Urban Living? From 27 September – 13 October, Midsummer Boulevard in Central Milton Keynes will host the first ever ‘A Festival of Creative Urban Living’ – bringing together artists, architects, designers, urban planners, thinkers, creatives and MK residents to deliver a free programme of exhibitions, events, creative workshops, performances and much more… Developed, curated and programmed by raumlaborberlin – an experimental architectural practice, the Festival will explore the idea of ‘The Built, The Unbuilt and The Unbuildable’ within an urban environment. New commissions by: La Bonneterie, No Purpose Collective, Spreafico Eckly with Matteo Fargion and Teleinternet Café. The free programme itself will take place in a temporary campus of remarkable and playful buildings and structures including ‘Utopia Station’ and Meeting Place. Visitors will be able to enjoy and experience Central MK in an entirely different way and think about what it might become and look like in the future!

44 www.mkheritageopendays.com Urban Living’ ways to see and experience MK

There are many opportunities for you to take part in the Festival including:

Beds United MK has a very unique design layout – with many of our residential areas hidden behind the millions of trees, which make the city such as special place to live. Often, people who visit MK ask – where are all the people? Beds United will offer both visitors and residents the chance to find out! raumlabor invite the citizens of Milton Keynes to host an overnight guest who may be visiting for the Festival or could already live in MK – but in a different part of the city. Guests who sign up for the Beds United experience – won’t get to choose where they stay - instead the Festival team will pair up hosts and guests. Most importantly – no money will change hands (hosts will be reimbursed with any costs incurred for food or laundry by the Festival). Would you like to be a host? Would you like to welcome a guest into your home and show them what an amazing place MK is to live? If so drop Ursula or Rachel a line at [email protected]

Bike School Has MK forgotten how to cycle? raumlaborberlin think that MK is the perfect bike city, with our amazing Redway network of complete off-road cycling and walking infrastructure which means you can pretty much go anywhere in MK by bike or foot without ever having to see, hear or smell a car! Bike School will be part of the Festival campus offering a two-week free programme of guided Redway bike tours, bike repair and maintenance, free bike hire, pimp my bike, cycle in cinema and a programme of discussions which will explore how MK can become climate neutral by 2030. For more information and also to sign up for our newsletter head to www.afcul.org

www.mkheritageopendays.com 45 Calling all volunteers!

Heritage MK are working with Milton Keynes Council who are being supported by the Heritage Fund and National Lottery players to help residents and visitors of Milton Keynes connect with the history of the UK’s most successful New Town. Although Milton Keynes new town heritage itself is only half a century old, there is a rich history of people living in the area of the city. From the Victorians to the Romans and even the Stone-Age, promoting this rich history is the work that the member organisations of Heritage MK specialise in. In 2019, we have three exciting projects in conjunction with the Council asking for volunteers. These are: l New Town Heritage Explorers – Exploring our unique buildings, places and spaces through events and activity creating a national case study for Milton Keynes as a leading new town reinventing itself and planning for its next fifty years. l MK Skate – Social history research, city centre trail, and a major exhibition about the important role Milton Keynes has played in UK skateboarding culture. The project will also showcase and preserve the amazing archive three generations have collected for the city. Skater: Rob Selley l A Festival of Creative Urban Living – Location: Station Square Photo: Leo Sharp www.afcul.org (see pages 44 & 45) . An amazing set of installations on Midsummer Boulevard East at the heart of the City Centre, celebrating ‘The Built, the Unbuilt and the Unbuildable’. The Festival Programme will take place from 27 September to 13 October and will ask people to show the world what is great about ‘MK’ and what they would like to see for its future, starting with the reshaping of the city centre. Each project will require a number of volunteers from researchers, transcribers, events co-ordinators, exhibition stewards, visitor hosts to photographers, filmmakers, cycle tour guides and much, much more. For more information, or to sign up your interest, go to the Heritage MK volunteers website at: https://heritagemk.volunteermakers.org

46 www.mkheritageopendays.com Self-guided tours and trails Pedalling Culture Trails Pedalling Culture, together with Milton Keynes Council, is launching five brand new culture trails that form a Grand Tour for everyone from members of walking groups and local cycling clubs to those just interested in getting out and about. The trails encompass cultural venues, public art and points of heritage interest along the way, ranging 5 to 10 miles in distance. Through mix and match you can pick which trails you want to do and increase your distance in multiples of 5 miles. Download from: http://www.pedallingculture.com/culturalroutes/ Milton Keynes Heritage Association Tours and Trails Virtual tours of Milton Keynes villages, towns, churches and historic buildings. Download from: http://www.mkheritage.co.uk/mkha/ mkha/about-us/tours-trails.html Discovering MK app Discovering MK is a free app containing a trail of 50 hidden gems and top spots around the city. The trail provides the opportunity to see the city in a new way, learning about our poets, our designers and our pioneers – sharing the Milton Keynes story. The app can be downloaded via Google Play and the Apple Store. This project has been supported with funding from Heritage Lottery Fund, MK Community Foundation, MK Council and Santander Cycles MK. https://www.discoveringmk.com/ MK Trails – Wolverton, Soulbury & Olney Trail apps These apps will guide you around some of the landmarks and histories the local area. More trails are being added. Available to download free from Google Play and the Apple Store, or from the website here: http://www.mktrails.org/ My MK Walking Heritage Tour app for ages 11 to 16 This walking tour is part of the On the Verge (OTV) 'Underpasses - Connecting People, Connecting Places' project, focusing on four of the oldest estates around the central area of Milton Keynes: Conniburrow, Downs Barn, Fishermead and Oldbrook. Download from: http://www.ontheverge.org.uk/ downloads.html Heritage Hunters - Willen Lake Walk A walk designed by Willen Primary School children Approximately 45 minutes long and wheelchair friendly. It explains the history of buildings and how newer areas came into being. Leaflet available to download from: www.mkheritage.co.uk/ mkha/mkha/about-us/tours-trails.html and click on Willen Lake pdf.

www.mkheritageopendays.com 47 Milton Keynes Heritage The Culture Team is the strategic Council team responsible for delivering Milton Keynes Heritage Open Days, the Creative and Cultural Strategy 2018-2027 and for developing museum and archive provision in the borough. For more information see: www.milton-keynes.gov.uk/heritage Get Involved We value your thoughts and comments on Heritage Open Days including any ideas for future events. To tell us more contact the Council in the following ways: Tel: 01908 253186 Email: [email protected]

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