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Saturday 19th September | 10-4

Grimsby Minster

St James Square

Grimsby

DN31 1EP

Autumn Heritage Fair

Celebrating working people in creative industry as part of Heritage Open Days and The National Year of Reading, our Autumn Fair pays homage to Grimsby's rich and unique heritage with local authors, heritage craftspeople, storytelling, song and immersive soundscapes for all of the family to enjoy

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Celebrating working people in creative industry as part of Heritage Open Days, Hammond House is delighted to host the Autumn Heritage Fair packed with storytelling and soundscapes in the beautiful and ancient surrounds of Grimsby Minster. Featuring;


- A bustling book fair featuring some of our best local writers and poets

 - Heritage craftspeople and artists demonstrating their skills and craft

- Classic books and bestsellers available to buy from The Rabbit Hole Bookshop

- Children’s flash fiction competition and colouring in station

- Storytime corner with The Rabbit Hole Bookshop featuring author talks and readings

- Choir, bell-ringing and guided tours of the iconic Grimsby Minster

- A soundscape in St James’ Square welcoming visitors in with poetry, stories and song

- Oral storytelling with Grimsby Women’s History Group 

- The National Year of Reading 2026 and how you can get involved

- The Lincolnshire Folklore Society

 - VANEL Green Influencers

- Drop-in creative workshops

- Refreshments from the Minster Cafe

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