Milton Keynes Museum (above, and top) is hosting a Beer Festival this weekend - and of course you can explore the authentic Victorian farmhouse and schoolroom, street of shops and Hall of Transport (Thursday - Sunday, from 11am)
At Milton Keynes Gallery, see a history of Milton Keynes in moving images, with rare footage from the area, taking you as far back as the 1940s (Friday, 7.30pm)
Or how about a visit to Bradwell Windmill, which is now back in full working order (Saturday and Sunday, 1.30-4.30pm)
Simpson Historical Group will host a guided walk around the village, identifying places and people of significance from 100 years ago (Sunday, 2.30pm)
Or, step out on a self-guided walk on the Lost Track of Time Railway Walk - taking you between Wolverton and Newport Pagnell, and through many historical locations - from Neolithic and Roman to Medieval and Industrial Revolution.
The Church of St Peter & St Paul in Newport Pagnell will open its doors for you, and there are arresting escorted visits around the CMK Magistrate Court, or how about a visit to Bradwell Common for a look around an original 1980s Eco-Home?
MK Recycling Factory will be open to visitors and memories of Bletchley Railway Station will be exhibited at the town library.
There is so much to see and do without thinning your finances, so go on - get connected with the area you call home...
For full details of all events under the Heritage Open Days banner visit www.mkheritageopendays.com
HERITAGE OPEN DAYS IN MILTON KEYNES - FREE EVENTS GALORE
The annual celebration of local culture, history and architecture is back - this week 50 free events will be happening right across Milton Keynes and the surrounding areas.
All you have to do is turn up and enjoy. The only difficulty will be which events to pick. With so many great opportunities, whittling down the selection can be an arduous task.
"The Milton Keynes area has featured on the national timeline of history many times, thanks to its central location and connection to key transport and communication routes," said Milton Keynes Councillor Sarah Betteley.
"Don't be misled by the 'new city' tag - there is so much rich history all around us.
"Heritage Open Days are a fantastic opportunity to get out and experience it..."
Here are some of those eye-catchers happening between Thursday and Sunday (September 11 and 14):
Bradwell Abbey is hosting a Medieval Fun Day at Milton Keynes City Discovery Centre with archery, birds of prey, costumed re-enactors and games (Sunday, 11am-4pm)
The Cowper & Newton Museum in Olney invites you to learn more about anti-slavery campaigner John Newton's Amazing Grace hymn, and the other heritage in the Georgian surroundings (Saturday, Sunday 10.30am-4.30pm)
Bring proof of your MK postcode and WW2 Codebreaking centre Bletchley Park will waive the usual admission charges (Thursday to Sunday, 9.30am-5pm)
MK Library is hosting an exhibition of Great War photos, stories and artefacts (Saturday, 10am-2pm)
Milton Keynes Museum (above, and top) is hosting a Beer Festival this weekend - and of course you can explore the authentic Victorian farmhouse and schoolroom, street of shops and Hall of Transport (Thursday - Sunday, from 11am)
At Milton Keynes Gallery, see a history of Milton Keynes in moving images, with rare footage from the area, taking you as far back as the 1940s (Friday, 7.30pm)
Or how about a visit to Bradwell Windmill, which is now back in full working order (Saturday and Sunday, 1.30-4.30pm)
Simpson Historical Group will host a guided walk around the village, identifying places and people of significance from 100 years ago (Sunday, 2.30pm)
Or, step out on a self-guided walk on the Lost Track of Time Railway Walk - taking you between Wolverton and Newport Pagnell, and through many historical locations - from Neolithic and Roman to Medieval and Industrial Revolution.
The Church of St Peter & St Paul in Newport Pagnell will open its doors for you, and there are arresting escorted visits around the CMK Magistrate Court, or how about a visit to Bradwell Common for a look around an original 1980s Eco-Home?
MK Recycling Factory will be open to visitors and memories of Bletchley Railway Station will be exhibited at the town library.
There is so much to see and do without thinning your finances, so go on - get connected with the area you call home...
For full details of all events under the Heritage Open Days banner visit www.mkheritageopendays.com
Milton Keynes Museum (above, and top) is hosting a Beer Festival this weekend - and of course you can explore the authentic Victorian farmhouse and schoolroom, street of shops and Hall of Transport (Thursday - Sunday, from 11am)
At Milton Keynes Gallery, see a history of Milton Keynes in moving images, with rare footage from the area, taking you as far back as the 1940s (Friday, 7.30pm)
Or how about a visit to Bradwell Windmill, which is now back in full working order (Saturday and Sunday, 1.30-4.30pm)
Simpson Historical Group will host a guided walk around the village, identifying places and people of significance from 100 years ago (Sunday, 2.30pm)
Or, step out on a self-guided walk on the Lost Track of Time Railway Walk - taking you between Wolverton and Newport Pagnell, and through many historical locations - from Neolithic and Roman to Medieval and Industrial Revolution.
The Church of St Peter & St Paul in Newport Pagnell will open its doors for you, and there are arresting escorted visits around the CMK Magistrate Court, or how about a visit to Bradwell Common for a look around an original 1980s Eco-Home?
MK Recycling Factory will be open to visitors and memories of Bletchley Railway Station will be exhibited at the town library.
There is so much to see and do without thinning your finances, so go on - get connected with the area you call home...
For full details of all events under the Heritage Open Days banner visit www.mkheritageopendays.com
