‘A hidden gem’ run by volunteers to celebrate the heritage of the wonderful Washburn Valley. A stunning extension to Fewston Church, it’s free to come in!
The Centre features exhibitions about the heritage of the Valley, and we run an extensive programme of events including walks, workshops, talks and courses. At weekends there is a popular Tea Room featuring a wide selection of homemade cakes. The Centre is fully accessible and is available for hire.
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People who became part of the Fewston Assemblage were brought to life through our volunteer researchers as they got to know ‘their’ person. Hear these people speak again. Plus, the words of poets, a diarist and songsters – expect some audience participation! Supper with bar available. Cost £19.50 member, £24.50 non-member.
John Dickinson’s diaries refer to polluted water supplies in the Valley, spreading diseases such as typhoid fever. Could that happen today? John also wrote about his involvement in the new water supply for Timble. Cost £12 member, £15 non-member.
From prehistoric barrows to modern-day interments, the way we bury our dead tells the true story of our history. Malin Holst, lead osteoarchaeologist at York Osteoarchaeology Ltd, takes us on a journey through time, drawing on highlights from 30 years of professional excavations and analysis. Discover the rituals, the science, and the human stories hidden beneath our feet in this captivating look at the archaeology of death.
Light refreshments served. Cost £10 member, £12 non-member.
Less than a mile from the A59, the Centre is next to Fewston Church with a small car park.
Washburn Heritage Centre
Fewston
Harrogate HG3 1SU
T: 01943 880 794
E: centre@washburnvalley.org
OS grid reference SE195541
