Our breaks and courses cater for anyone and everyone who is interested in the past. Scroll down to see the exciting range of activities that are on offer.
Our breaks are all taught by professional archaeologists, historians, writers, artists and photographers who are not only expert in their chosen field but also committed to education and life-long learning. They all enjoy sharing their knowledge and always do so in a friendly and supportive way. Our tutors will always be on hand to provide whatever explanation and guidance you may need. Our courses are always taught in small groups, never more than 18 people.
Lincoln-based courses are usually taught in the Lincoln Cathedral Centre, formerly the Old Sub-Deanery. The building has recently undergone a major rebuilding programme to create a purpose built education suite combining the best of modern teaching facilities with the charm of a truly historic building.
Every break begins with a wine reception, which gives you a chance to meet us and the other people on your course in a relaxed atmosphere. This is followed by an introductory lecture. We also meet up on at least one evening during the course to enjoy a group dinner in a chosen local restaurant. Accommodation, the wine reception, tea and coffee breaks and the course dinner are all inclusive within the course fee, making your short break excellent value for money. Non-participating partners are always welcome and may take part in some aspects of each break for little or no additional charge; please contact us for more details.
No previous experience is required to take part in any of our courses ... you need only bring your enthusiasm!
Discover Historic Lincoln Weekend
This course will guide you through the fascinating 2,000 years of Lincoln's archaeology and history. The weekend will include talks, walks and guided visits to many of the City's monuments and historic buildings plus time to relax and explore.
22-24 June 2007
The Wonderful Windmills of Lincolnshire
This weekend tour will take in a number of mills including some that will be specially opened for our visit. The tour will also provide an excellent opportunity to experience the varied landscape of the Lincolnshire countryside.
26-28 October 2007
An Introduction to Archaeology
If you are fascinated by archaeology and want to know more about it, but don't know how to start, then this down-to-earth introduction is the course for you. We have put together a weekend break that - through talks, walks and visits - will give you a taste of many differing aspects of British archaeology.
16-18 November 2007
Bomber County: Home of the Dam Busters
This is a very special break for anyone interested in aviation heritage. Based at the historic Petwood Hotel we will explore key sites and airfields associated with the RAF in Lincolnshire over the last 90 years. The highlight of the break will be a private boarding of a working Lancaster bomber, one of only three surviving in the world.
16-18 May 2007
Discover Historic Herefordshire
Spend a weekend with us in historic Herefordshire. During this weekend break we will explore the important half-timbered buildings within a number of beautiful villages. We will also visit the fascinating Romanesque church at Kilpeck and have a tour of Hereford Cathedral.
21-23 September 2007
Lincolnshire's Deserted Medieval Villages
This ever-popular course provides an insight into the medieval world of England, its people and society through a fascinating tour of Lincolnshire's important Deserted Medieval Village sites. We will also get to grips with medieval pottery with a hands-on workshop.
25-27 May 2007
Churches of Lincolnshire
One of our most popular short breaks returns this year, but with a new itinerary. We will take you on a tour of the best of the small, hidden and little known Lincolnshire parish churches dating from the early medieval period onwards. This year we will focus on those churches to the south of Lincoln and in the villages that sit along the 'Lincoln Edge'.
27-29 April 2007 [This date now fully booked]
12-14 October 2007 [Alternative date - places still available]
Bespoke Breaks
Now's your chance to bring your group to Lincoln for an archaeology, history or creative break and let Lindum Heritage take the strain. We are happy to provide tailor-made all inclusive breaks for archaeology or history societies, U3A, OU, writers and artists groups, windmill enthusiasts, aviation heritage organisations, or private groups and individuals.
Anytime during 2007 or beyond...