Charnwood Roots Heritage Festival


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To celebrate the history of Charnwood Forest, Charnwood Roots will be staging a free heritage event at Beaumanor Hall on Sunday 21st May, 10am – 4pm. Everyone is welcome, whether you’re interested in Charnwood’s past, or simply want a good day out.

  • Tour the exhibition, which tells the fascinating stories of Charnwood’s residents over the past thousand years
  • See documents and artefacts unearthed during the project
  • Inspire and engage your children with games, dress-up, and adventures based on Charnwood’s exciting history
  • Hear talks by guest speakers throughout the day*
  • Learn how you can get involved with local history and archaeology groups in your area
  • See films made during the project
  • Hear the first modern performance of the Charnwood Opera

* Talks must be pre-booked through Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/charnwood-roots-heritage-festival-talks-tickets-34272729657?aff=eac2