In this 200th year since Railways were first invented, this walk, along part of the popular Hayling Puffing Billy line, will discuss how this key development of steam engines pumping water from mines came to move freight across the country.
Visit a late 1970's home with energy, transport and heating costs at £75 per month. Talk to the owner and find out how he upgraded his house with energy efficiency measures that include external wall insulation, solar panels and a heat pump.
An opportunity to look around this Keble Church containing some very interesting architecture, and also to be given a guided tour from a Historian who has co-written a book about the building.
A.E. Stallard 1861-1953. A significant architect based for much of his career in Havant. This talk will discuss his work and that of other architects and builders in the vicinity.
Join us for a stroll through Victoria Park to learn about its rich heritage and history!
To prepare for this afternoon's talk on the work of AE Stallard, the Havant Architect, this guided walk will visit some of the key local buildings designed by him.
Visit an energy efficient Victorian terraced house in central Winchester, talk to the owner and find out what they've done and how they did it.
Hinton Admiral is an 18th Century mansion, set in a parkland situation.
The house is a family home and, as such, contains paintings and objects which reflect the history of the family.
This is a guided tour around the West Hill Cemetery in Winchester. Led by Dr Christina Welch (University of Winchester) it will provide an overview of the site from its establishment through to more contemporary times. Do wear appropriate footwear.
Discover the story behind one of Winchester’s most striking new buildings with a guided tour of Winchester College's Sports Centre, designed by local practice Design Engine Architects.
A 90-minute guided walk up and around St Giles Hill, including the prominent, wooded slopes and park that overlooks the centre of the city of Winchester. The walk will be led by noted horticulturalist and local historian Dr Harry Mycock.
To inform and educate residents and visitors to the New Forest about the local aviation heritage and the twelve airfields, through our Heritage Centre and outreach programme. To preserve the information and memories that we hold in trust.
The name Wade existed in the Domesday Book as part of the manor of Warblington. Since 2006, the present owners have been restoring the Japanese and Italian style gardens and ornamental lake. Restoration is ongoing but you are invited to visit.
Come and see this church, re-built from ruins in the 19th century. Discover it's rich architecture with the help of a guided history tour given by the people who regularly worship in the church.
Havant has a wealth of interesting Cemeteries and this guided walk will introduce you to a number of former citizens, each with an interesting story to tell.
Join us for a special interactive talk on the World War Two clandestine Stansted Patrol of the 203rd Home Guard.
Visit our beautiful roastery and discover the journey of coffee from bean to cup.
See a 1680's Grade II listed house which has been made more energy-efficient: air source heat pump, secondary triple-glazing, under-floorboard insulation (two types), thermal wallpaper, thermal lime plaster, hemp insulation, solar panels, battery.
To celebrate the museum's 70th anniversary and Heritage Open Day's 2025 theme of architecture.
An illustrated talk by one of our experts here at the Heritage Centre will focus on the role played by those who worked for the Special Operations Executive during World War II, many of whom were trained in secret locations across the New Forest.
Join us on a series of exciting tours that delve into the unusual architecture history of the Organ of Portsmouth Cathedral.
For Heritage Open Days, find out more about some of the artefacts that have recently been given to the museum.
Almost 200 years ago local agricultural workers revolted in what has come to be known as the Swing Riots. This special day’s events, including the play reading of ‘The Women Left Behind’ by Christine Lawrence celebrate and bemoan those events.
Removed from Historic England’s “At Risk” Register in 2024, following restoration work by Home Farm Estate and Historic England, this is a rare opportunity to visit the remains of one of the castles built by Henri de Blois, Bishop of Winchester and brother of King Stephen during the tumultuous years of “The Anarchy” that ended the Norman era in England.
There are many stories about the Pallant and Prince George Street, formally Bear Street and this area of the town where the pond once stood. Cattle roamed past on their way to market while the coaches from London lumbered by on their way to the Bear.
Tour of the Hampshire Cultural Trust collections held at the Chilcomb House stores with a focus on Regency period items in celebration of the 250th anniversary of Jane Austen's birth.
An engaging talk from Assistant Curator Alex Crisp exploring the end of the Second World War.
This is the story of the Manor House of Havant, its use as a private school and the family who were, for three generations, the Head Masters and Mistresses of that school, Manor House Academy.
A look at the varied architecture of Kingsgate Street and the Cathedral Close, Winchester, with one of Winchester’s official Tourist Guides.
