Christmas Wreath-Making Workshop
Join us in the museum for our Christmas wreath-making workshop and create a beautiful and sustainable wreath, using natural willow wreath bases and locally sourced foliage.
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The Making of The Gallows Pole : Photographic Exhibition
In 2021 Heptonstall was one of several sites used in the filming of The Gallows Pole, Shane Meadow’s adaptation of the story of the Cragg… Read More »The Making of The Gallows Pole : Photographic Exhibition
Poetry & Celebration for Sylvia Plath’s Birthday
An evening to mark the birthday of Sylvia Plath, poet and writer with poetry from Ian Humphreys, Sally Baker and Clare Shaw. Sylvia Plath is buried in the adjacent graveyard in Heptonstall and many visitors come from all over the world to see the beautiful countryside that inspired many of Sylvia’s works.
The House That Ethel Built
Premier of new one-act play about the life and work of Ethel Carnie Holdsworth. This will be a rehearsed reading followed by a Q and A with the cast and writer.
Celebration of Ethel Carnie Holdsworth
Event marking Heritage Open Days commemorating the former home of Ethel Carnie Holdsworth, organised with Calder Civic Trust and the owners of the cottage at Slack Top. A short screening, exhibition at Heptonstall Museum will be followed by a walk and a blue plaque unveiled.
Steve Ely – Ted Hughes’s Heptonstall
Ted Hughes expert Steve Ely celebrates Hughes’s love of Heptonstall in a fascinating talk as part of the Ted Hughes’ birthday events.
Ted Hughes’ Birthday Celebration
Join us for a joint celebration with The Elmet Trust on the occasion of Ted Hughes’ birthday. An evening of sharing favourite poems and
Author Event – Steve Hartley – The Yorkshire Coiners
Meet Steve Hartley, direct descendent of the King of the Coiners, David Hartley. His new book is the definitive guide to the this incredible true story of the coin clipping gang of Cragg Vale. Steve has been a great supporter of the museum and we know this will be a truly special and very welcome return.
Reopening Day
Heptonstall Museum’s opening exhibition begins on 27 May – Criminal Coiners: Life and Death in Wild West Yorkshire gives a glimpse into the lives of those involved in forgery activity which almost ruined English economy in the late 18 century.
Poetry Workshop: Sammy Weaver – Muses Within Museums
Join poet Sammy Weaver for an intimate poetry workshop on theme of Muses Within Museums in the inspiring surroundings of Heptonstall Museum’s Old School Room.