Retford Heritage Day

‘Prophets, Martyrs and Pilgrims – the Christian heritage of our region.’ 

Retford Heritage DayA chance to discover fascinating stories from 1600 years of spiritual history in which Retford and the surrounding area changed the World we live in. Find out about:

  • The death of King Edwin and the mysterious search for his body
  • How a family from Sturton and Worksop brought Catherine Howard to the executioner’s block, but ended up burnt at the stake

Tales of the Puritans and the Pilgrims

Controversy over the Mansfield ‘exorcist’

The first Quaker martyr – a young man from Retford

Illustrated talk by local author, Adrian Gray on Saturday 13th September, 7pm

Admission free – collection in aid of new heritage displays in Retford

The Well Community Centre, Hospital Road, Retford