List of Events
Shops & Shopping: Barton High Street Through Time – Heritage Open Days
Ever wandered down the High Street and wondered what came before the shop you’re looking at now? Before the fruit and veg, the gifts, the treats and the takeaways… what stories lived behind these doors? For Heritage Open Days, take a self‑guided stroll through Barton‑upon‑Humber’s bustling High Street and discover the hidden history of its shopfronts. Each participating window will display a photograph showing what once stood on that very spot — from long‑forgotten trades to familiar favourites of decades past. It’s…
Heritage Open Days
Across various venues this is a celebration of Barton’s heritage with exhibitions, guided walks, talks, open buildings and events as part of National Heritage Open Days. Full programme of events and brochure available in July.
Pru Green: Swan Song
Pru Green’s Swan Song celebrates her life story in ceramics through times spent in Alvingham, Gwili and Essex; sixty years of making pots and encouraging others along the way. She is delighted that former students, now experts in the field and friends, have agreed to join her in this exhibition. The exhibition opens with a preview on Saturday, September 12 at 2pm
Jane Walker – A Line in Thread
Sheffield artist Jane Walker creates paintings that are augmented with stitch and collage. Her recent work is centred around the coal industry both in South Yorkshire and the Saarland in Germany. Her imagery moves on a sliding scale between abstract and real or imagined places.
From Cellar to Attic at Baysgarth House – Heritage Open Days
Step inside Baysgarth House for a behind the scenes experience. Liz Bennet will lead visitors on a tour from the shadowy cellar to the hidden corners of the attic, uncovering stories, quirks and centuries of history woven into the fabric of the building. Along the way, you'll hear how the house has evolved, what secrets its rooms have kept, and how each space has shaped the lives of the people who lived and worked here. After the tour, join us…
Wilderspin Heritage Open Days 2026
Friday 11 - Sunday 13 & Thursday 17 – Sunday 20 September, 10am - 3 pm Museum FREE ENTRY
Self-guided Children’s Heritage Trail at The Ropewalk – Heritage Open Days
Bring the little ones along to enjoy this self-guided heritage trail at The Ropewalk. As they explore, they'll discover more about this remarkable historic building and uncover its fascinating past through a fun and engaging family-friendly activity. Free. Booking not required.
Encore
An exhibition of photographs from Beretun and Baysgarth Schools’ Musicals from 1966 to 1985 taken from the R N Smithson archive, by kind permission of the family.
300 Years of Baysgarth Park Through the Most Important Trees with Liz Bennet – Heritage Open Days
Meet at 11am at Baysgarth House Step into the natural and historic landscape of Baysgarth Park with a guided walk led by Liz Bennet. Explore the fascinating story of this beautiful 30-acre park, from its historic connection with Baysgarth House to its ongoing development as a much-loved green space. Along the way, discover the stories behind the park's 12 significant ancient trees and uncover the rich heritage hidden within its landscape. Free Booking essential, tickets available from The Ropewalk
The Ted Lewis Centre Open Day – Heritage Open Days
Explore the life and work of Barton's own literary legend, Ted Lewis. Discover the inspiration behind his iconic novel Get Carter and learn about his surprising contribution to the animation of Yellow Submarine by The Beatles. Free. Booking not required.
