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Hucknall Heritage Tours by Bus and on Foot
A Walk through the Heritage of Hucknall Hucknall is a town rich in heritage. The Hucknall Tourism and Regeneration Group is only too proud to be given the opportunity to show off the town's history. Whether you are a visitor, new to the town or an established resident you can experience a free tour. The walking tour of Hucknall lasts between 1 and 1½ hours and can be arranged for large or small groups. Please call 0115 968 1236 to arrange a date. More details can be found by clicking on the "A Walk through the Heritage of Hucknall" related document at the bottom of this page. OR Join one of our pre-arranged walks; as follows (Just turn up on the day - no need to book): Thursday August 14th at 10.00am - Meet at the Tram Station Monday September 8th at 10.00am - Meet at Hucknall Library Thursday September 11th at 9.30am - Meet at Hucknall Library. This walk is in partnership with Hucknall Library and is part of the National Heritage Open Days Weekend. Light refreshments will be served after the walk in the library. Drive the Trail of Hucknall Heritage Departing from the market place, the bus tours of Hucknall last around 2½ hours. During this time you will see many local places of historic interest. A few trips take the participants to the Bestwood Winding Engine House, where a tour of this unique property is led by enthuastic specialist volunteers. More details on the tour can be found by clicking on the "Drive the Trail of Hucknall Heritage" related document at the bottom of this page. Seats for these popular tours need to be booked in advance. Group bookings are welcome although a small refundable deposit will be required for groups of 5 or more. Those with disabilities are welcome, please mention at time of booking so arrangements can be made. Please call 0115 968 1236 to book seats. Remember all tours start from Market Place Car Park and your seat must be booked in advance The Dates for the 2008 Bus Tours are as follows: (A line is put through the dates when the bus is full) Monday June 2nd at 10.00am Tuesday June 10th at 1.00pm Wednesday June 18th at 10.00am Monday June 23rd at 6.00pm Tuesday July 1st at 1.30pm Wednesday July 9th at 10.00am Monday July 14th at 6.00pm Tuesday July 22nd at 1.00pm Wednesday July 30th at 6.00pm Monday August 4th at 1.30pm Tuesday August 12th at 10.00am Wednesday August 20th at 6.00pm Wednesday August 27th at 1.30pm Monday September 1st at 10.00am Tuesday September 9th at 1.30pm Wednesday September 17th at 10.00am Monday September 22nd at 1.30pm Tuesday September 30th at 1.00pm AN ADDITIONAL TOUR Wednesday September 24th at 10.00am. This tour is put on in partnership with Hucknall Library and is part of Local History Month. Light refreshments will be served in the library after the tour. SPECIAL TOURS TO THE BESTWOOD WINDING ENGINE HOUSE Saturday June 14th 10.00-12.00noon Saturday July 19th 10.00-12.00noon
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