Sharpe’s Pottery, South Derbyshire Mining Preservation group and the Magic Attic are working together to host a weekend of all things Heritage! This year, we’re excited to create an event that the entire family can enjoy as well as history enthusiasts and architecture fans! There will be a variety of activities available, why not come down and:

– Discover the fantastic history of the South Derbyshire Mining industry through artefacts and displays!
– Explore local Swadlincote history with the Magic Attic Archive tours!
– Create your own masterpiece with paint and pot and throwing demonstrations!
– Marvel at our Museum Collections with Object Handling!
– Learn about our incredible Grade II listed building and it’s fantastic architectural elements!

Other activities that will be available include:
– Treasure Hunts
– Archive Tours
– Create paper miners’ lamps
– Dress up as a miner
– Badge Making
– Interactive Caving Experience (Sunday only)
– History talks
– Local Film Screenings
– Morris Dancing and Live Music
– Local Author Store
– Architecture Quiz

Welcome to all, free entry – Donations Welcome!