List of Events
The Art of Architecture at Wilderspin School Museum
Paintings of Barton buildings exhibited by the Museum's resident art group. Free
Kids Self-Guided Trail at The Ropewalk – Heritage Open Days
Let the little ones explore the museum and uncover the history of The Ropewalk building with a fun self-guided trail. Pick up a sheet in the Craft Gallery to take part!
Far Ings Nature Reseve “From Clay to Today” – Heritage Open Days
This free drop-in exhibition will feature information about the brick and tile industry of the South Humber Bank and how nature presides today. There will be items from the height of the era on display and the opportunity to make a decorative item from local clay to take home.
Barton Haven Boat Yard Open Day – Heritage Open Days
Explore the historic Barton Haven Boat Yard and discover traditional maritime skills that shaped the working architecture of the Humber. View marine art, community carvings, ropework, and traditional axe work demonstrations. Learn about the heritage of local vessels with the Humber Sloop & Keel Society in this unique riverside setting. Guided Tours ONLY on Saturday 13, Sunday 14, Wednesday 17, Saturday 20 and Sunday 21. Tours will take place on the hour. Booking not required.
51 Fleetgate Open Garden – Heritage Open Days
Explore the garden of what is believed to be the oldest surviving residential house in North Lincolnshire, a rare example of early domestic architecture that has stood for centuries. While the Grade II* listed house itself speaks volumes through its historic structure and design, the surrounding garden offers a living glimpse into the period it was built. Lovingly maintained by the Barton Volunteers Gardening Group, the garden features plants chosen to reflect the era and lifestyle of the house’s original…
The Wilderspin Story at Wilderspin School Museum
As part of Heritage Open Days, discover The Wilderspin Story and find out why it’s “one of the most important schools in England”. FREE ENTRY
The Wilderspin Story guided tours
Discover why the Wildeerspin School is “one of the most important schools in England”. Free, Booking required via The Ropewalk on 01652 660380.
The Ropewalk Guided Tour – Heritage Open Days
Step inside one of Barton’s most historically significant buildings during this year’s Heritage Open Days. The Ropewalk, formerly Hall’s Barton Ropery, is a Grade II listed rope factory dating back to circa 1800, with its roots in rope-making going as far back as 1767, when the Hall family, prominent shipowners from Hull, first established operations in the town. This impressive industrial structure stands as a rare example of early rope-making architecture, stretching out in classic long-line form to accommodate the…
Baysgarth House ‘Open All Areas’ – Heritage Open Days
Take a look inside Baysgarth House and learn more about Phase 2 of the plans for reopening this Grade II* listed building.
Step Back in Time Photo ID Night – Heritage Open Days
Join the Barton Volunteers Archive Group for the Heritage Open Days special of Step Back in Time! We will be exploring some of the fantastic architecture of Barton in our slide show and will ask the audience to help identify any locations, places, shops and events. No booking required.
