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Dean Heritage Centre Special Heritage Open Day Event

Dean Heritage Centre, Lower Soudley, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2UB

  • 11 Sep 2024
  • In person
  • Pre-booking not required

Dean Heritage Centre, set in a tranquil valley, holds many records of the social and industrial history of the Forest of Dean. There is normally a charge for admission to meet running costs but for Heritage Open Days 2024 this is waived for one day.

The Dean Heritage Centre was set up originally by local people in 1979 in response to public concern that the heritage of the Forest of Dean was disappearing. The Museum was actually opened in 1983, transforming a former corn mill. Major refurbishment was undertaken with finance provided through the Heritage Lottery Fund, this being completed in 2003.
The Trust is always looking for new volunteers to help keep this local asset. This special day gives visitors the opportunity to enjoy all there is to offer.
"Backstage in the Gage" this year will be a half hour talk on the Miles Brothers.
Find out the fascinating story of the Miles brothers travels, adventures and working in the mining industry in Australia, America and Canada.

Timings & Tours

Wednesday 11 September:
10.00 to 16.00

Location & directions

Dean Heritage Centre, Lower Soudley, Cinderford, Gloucestershire, GL14 2UB

Directions:
The Centre can be reached from the A48 from Blakeney or from Cinderford, via Ruspidge..
Contact on day:
Nicola Wynn
Telephone number:
+441594822170

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:
Pre-booking not required

Accessibility details

The lift is currently unable to be used but there are external ramps to different floor levels.

Additional information

The whole site includes the Gruffalo Trail for children. The pond feeds the waterwheel which provides electrical power.

Est. tour duration:
1 hour(s) 0 minute(s)

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