Bringing our heritage to life, our events and activities offer something for everyone – from fun family days out to activities for history buffs.
Medieval reenactments, exhibitions, concerts, behind-the-scenes tours, well dressings and guided walks all offer you a unique way to experience our fascinating culture and rich history. Our open weekends give you the chance to visit more than one site, to get an overall flavour of the area and see some rarely open hidden gems.
With so many fascinating sites and a wide variety of exciting events, there is sure to be something to interest you. We hope you enjoy your visit!
COFFEE & CHAT
Venue: Wadworth St John the BaptistDate: 30 May 2009 - 31 December 2010
Coffee and Chat in Parish Room last Saturday in the month. Chance to view inside the church, have a drink, talk to friends, and even buy something ....[read more]
CANDLELIT TOURS
Venue: EPWORTH Old RectoryDate: 1 February 2010 - 31 March 2010
Epworth Old Rectory Candlelit Tours Epworth Old Rectory’s popular Candlelit Tours are coming again soon! This will provide a rare opportunity fo....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Saxon & Norman Architecture in South Yorkshire
Venue: SILKSTONE All SaintsDate: 23 March 2010 - 23 March 2010
The Battle of Hastings in 1066 marked the end of the long Saxon rule in England and heralded the takeover of power by the Normans. In a few short year....[read more]
MOVIE NIGHT
Venue: UPPER DENBY ST John the EvangelistDate: 26 March 2010 - 26 March 2010
A gifted young Jewish violinist from Krakow, Andrea is bound for America when he is swept overboard by a fierce storm. When the Widdington sisters dis....[read more]
MAKING SENSE OF THE STONES - Heritage Course
Venue: THORNE Church HallDate: 30 March 2010 - 25 May 2010
Come along to our fascinating heritage course! Join local expert Pat McLaughlin for an in depth exploration of the history and heritage of the area, ....[read more]
MAKING SENSE OF THE STONES - Heritage Course
Venue: GREENHILL St PeterDate: 1 April 2010 - 27 May 2010
Come along to our fascinating heritage course! Join local expert Pat McLaughlin for an in depth exploration of the history and heritage of the area, ....[read more]
EASTER FLOWER DISPLAY
Venue: WORSBROUGH St MaryDate: 4 April 2010 - 5 April 2010
On Easter Sunday & Monday we are opening our beautiful church for visitorto explore and enjoy the wonderfull EASTER FLOWERS arranged in church. We ....[read more]
ART & CRAFT FAIR
Venue: BRADFIELD St NicholasDate: 5 April 2010 - 6 April 2010
Come along to our Art & Craft Fair! Opening times are: Easter Monday 5th April: 10:30am - 5pm Tuesday 6th April: 10:30am - 4pm Lots of stalls!....[read more]
CONCERT BY THE NIGHTINGALE SINGERS
Venue: CANTLEY St WilfridDate: 10 April 2010 - 10 April 2010
A welcome return visit by the Nightingale Singers from Manchester who will perform a varied programme of both classical and more modern music. Tick....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Green Men, Gargoyles & Grotesques
Venue: LOW BRADFIELD Village HallDate: 23 April 2010 - 23 April 2010
Why are there carvings of faces covered in leaves and flowers in our churches? Some of theses are images of leading citizens of the day kings, quee....[read more]
WATH FESTIVAL
Venue: WATH All SaintsDate: 28 April 2010 - 3 May 2010
Wath Festival 2010: 28th April - 3rd May Wath Festival is South Yorkshire’s biggest festival of music and dance and was established in 1972 by the....[read more]
ROTHERHAM WALKING FESTIVAL
Venue: Across ROTHERHAMDate: 8 May 2010 - 16 May 2010
Catch up with friends, try new routes, discover new attractions – the festival’s guided walks are an excellent way of exploring Rotherham’s beautiful....[read more]
SIX CHURCHES WALK
Venue: VARIOUSDate: 8 May 2010 - 8 May 2010
Meet at Wentworth Holy Trinity. The six churches walk is a fascinating 10 mile circular route. Most of the route is along ancient footpaths and br....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Green Men, Gargoyles & Grotesques
Venue: BLYTH PrioryDate: 26 May 2010 - 26 May 2010
Why are there carvings of faces covered in leaves and flowers in our churches? Some of theses are images of leading citizens of the day kings, quee....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Green Men & Gargoyles
Venue: DARFIELD All Saints Church RoomsDate: 16 June 2010 - 16 June 2010
Why are there carvings of faces covered in leaves and flowers in our churches? Some of theses are images of leading citizens of the day kings, quee....[read more]
GARDEN PARTY
Venue: WORSBROUGH St MaryDate: 19 June 2010 - 19 June 2010
The Garden Party is a family affair, something for everybody. Enjoy an afternoon in our chuch grounds (or inside if wet). A variety of stalls, i....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Gothic Architecture in South Yorkshire
Venue: BARNSLEY Cannon HallDate: 23 June 2010 - 23 June 2010
South Yorkshire has masterpieces of Gothic architecture! An ancient parish church has usually undergone redevelopments through the centuries. The ....[read more]
FLOWER FESTIVAL
Venue: SILKSTONE All SaintsDate: 2 July 2010 - 6 July 2010
“THE MINISTER OF THE MOORS” THE PARISH CURCH OF ALL SAINTS & ST JAMES THE GREATER SILKSTONE WITH STAINBOROUGH FLOWER FESTIVAL FRIDAY 2ND JULY A....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Gothic Architecture in South Yorkshire
Venue: BAWTRY Church HallDate: 9 August 2010 - 9 August 2010
South Yorkshire has masterpieces of Gothic architecture! An ancient parish church has usually undergone redevelopments through the centuries. The e....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Gothic Architecture in South Yorkshire
Venue: BARNBY DUN St Peter & St Paul Church HallDate: 15 September 2010 - 15 September 2010
South Yorkshire has masterpieces of Gothic architecture! An ancient parish church has usually undergone redevelopments through the centuries. The e....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Gothic Architecture in South Yorkshire
Venue: WADWORTH Community CentreDate: 13 October 2010 - 13 October 2010
South Yorkshire has masterpieces of Gothic architecture! An ancient parish church has usually undergone redevelopments through the centuries. The e....[read more]
HERITAGE TALK - Gothic Architecture in South Yorkshire
Venue: ELSECAR Heritage CentreDate: 17 November 2010 - 17 November 2010
South Yorkshire has masterpieces of Gothic architecture! An ancient parish church has usually undergone redevelopments through the centuries. The e....[read more]
