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Celebrating 30 years for museum and mill
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Since Cogglesford Watermill reopened in late 2021 it’s welcomed over 2,000 people to see its improved interior and the restored waterwheel, which turns every Sunday.
This is a big year for the mill too, with July being the 30th anniversary of the building opening to the public.
To celebrate, there’s a special milling day on Sunday, July 10 with tasty baked goods made with Cogglesford’s own stone-ground flour, butter churning and tours.
You can also see the whole building in action on milling days, which are held on the second Sunday of every month, and there’s a shop with gifts and local produce plus space for a drink or ice cream by the Slea.
There are some fantastic
Mrs Smith’s Cottage, Navenby There’s a fantastic programme through the year packed with crafts, workshops and events.
Pop in during opening times to pick up a monthly themed craft pack from the charming shop, or book your child’s place on the NavenBEES preschool group.
The team are sharing practical everyday skills inspired by Mrs Smith’s low waste lifestyle – see page six for Be More Hilda. Open Friday to Monday 12pm to 4pm.
To avoid disappointment, book your visit in advance through the website at www.
mrssmithscottage.com/events
volunteer opportunities at Cogglesford Watermill – current openings are in the tour guide, baking and gardening teams. If you have time to learn a new skill (or share your existing ones) please get in touch. Email
cogglesfordwatermill@nkesteven.gov.uk
> Cogglesford Watermill is open Friday, Saturday, Sunday and Monday 12pm to 4pm.
www.heartoflincs.com/cogglesford
Navigation House, Sleaford
is a Grade II listed building built in 1838, located opposite the Hub in Navigation Yard.
It was once HQ of the Sleaford Navigation Company, where the Office Clerk would weigh the cargo transported along the River Slea. Alas, the railway came to Sleaford in 1857 and Navigation House today is a visitor centre.
The delightful shop is stocked with items made by local craftspeople. Details of current suppliers and how to apply for a space are on the website.
Open Friday to Monday, 10am-2pm. Entry to Navigation House is free.
www.heartoflincs.com/navhouse RAF College Cranwell is a famous landmark in RAF history, and Cranwell Aviation Heritage Museum (below, left) portrays the fascinating story of this historic establishment.
Also celebrating 30 years of being open to the public, interactive exhibits include a Jet Provost flight simulator, Vampire T11 Cockpit, exhibitions and artefacts. It’s also had a recent family-friendly refresh of its exhibition hall.
‘Animals at War’, looks at the roles animals have played in conflict from WW1 to today including those awarded the Dickin Medal, the animal’s Victoria Cross. > Open Friday to Monday 10am to 3pm. Free admission, with a nominal charge for group visits.
www.heartoflincs.com/cranwell
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heartoflincs@n-kesteven.gov.uk Cogglesford Mill:
Monthly milling days, Sundays, June 12, July 10 and August 14, 12-4pm. Free. More at
www.heartoflincs.com
Terry O Toole Theatre:
Sunday, June 12, 5.30pm Paige Pritchard School of Dance presents…A performance filled with dances interpreting songs from musicals including Six, Mary Poppins, and We Will Rock You. Tickets £8 to £10.
www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk Mrs Smith’s Cottage:
Talk on A History of Pennell’s Garden Centre, June 24, 7-8pm. Tickets £5. Book at
www.mrssmithscottage.com/events Terry O Toole Theatre:
Rave On! A Tribute to Buddy Holly, June 25, 7.30pm. Tickets £17.50. See www.terryotooletheatre.org.uk
Cranwell Aviation Heritage
Museum: A Summer of Semaphore, July to September. See normal museum opening hours, information at
www.heartoflincs.com/cranwell
Navigation House:
Riverside History Walk with Simon Pawley (part of the NK Walking Festival), July 3, 11am. See
www.hillholtwood.co.uk/nkwalking-festival Mrs Smith’s Cottage:
Anthotype workshop, July 8, 6-8pm. Tickets £8.50. Book at
www.mrssmithscottage.com/events Mrs Smith’s Cottage:
Big Butterfly Count, July 15, 124pm. No need to book.
Mrs Smith’s Cottage:
A Family Guide to an Edible Garden Workshop, July 29, 11am-noon, Free - fully funded by the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Book at
www.mrssmithscottage.com/events Mrs Smith’s Cottage:
Rag rug workshop, August 2, 11am-noon, tickets £10. Book at
www.mrssmithscottage.com/events Mrs Smith’s Cottage:
Wash Day Workshop, August 25, 11am-noon, tickets £10. Book at
www.mrssmithscottage.com/events Navenby Methodist Hall:
A Seasonal Plate, August 26, 7pm-8pm, tickets £5. Book at
