The South Lakes village of Gleaston will showcase its heritage and rich history to the public through a series of events from 8th to 11th September. The public will be allowed to explore its history and participate in a series of tours and talks set up by the Morecambe Bay Partnership, in Gleaston, as part of a festival of heritage open days being held nationwide.
Historian Neil Whalley will hold talks on the medieval background of Gleaston Castle, situated in Furness area of South Cumbria. There will be a host of family-friendly activities on the Sunday. Recently the Partnership had investigated the land around the Gleaston castle. During the 4-day event they will share their findings.
Gleaston Water Mill, owned by Mike and Vicky Brereton, took the pair 10 years to renovate. People will be able to explore the 242 years old water-powered corn mill of the village and the owners will lead personal tours of the structure, during the open days, at 11am and 12.45pm.
Louise Martin of the Partnership mentioned about the investigative work at the village castle involving an aerial survey and geophysics to understand this nationally important, rare and hidden gem of Morecambe Bay. Please book a place in advance for the free event by visiting the website- morecambebay.org.uk/events.
