Category: The FoBV
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Planning Application Success!
Planning application success!
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Nature Day at Bennerley Viaduct: 29 July
Join the Friends of Bennerley Viaduct for Nature Day on 29 July. Celebrate the beautiful and fascinating nature underneath Bennerley Viaduct and the Erewash Valley. Enjoy free family drop-in activities throughout the day including bug hunts, nature walks, and found-natural materials art workshops, plus a family trail under the viaduct. Learn about local green charities…
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‘Iron Giant’ celebrated in new exhibition
A new exhibition will give a fascinating insight into Bennerley Viaduct, one of the most iconic structures in Nottinghamshire, when it opens next month at the D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum.
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Amazing New Trustees Wanted for the Iron Giant
Do you have a passion for heritage and the skills to make a difference? Do you have some time to spare for a local icon? We are seeking new trustees.
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Guided Walks at Bennerley Viaduct
It is now possible to book a guided walk at Bennerley Viaduct. This is an ongoing programme throughout the year, and we recommend checking available dates regularly, as new walks are added all the time.
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Successful Bennerley Viaduct Exhibition at Erewash Museum
In March, the Friends of Bennerley Viaduct were delighted to install our pop up exhibition at Erewash Museum, in Ilkeston, and host a series of related events.
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Levelling Up at Bennerley Viaduct: the Eastern Ramp
Broxtowe Borough Council have been successful in their application to the Government’s Levelling Up Fund and have secured a £16.5million investment for Kimberley, including investment in Bennerley Viaduct.
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Bennerley Viaduct Official Opening Ceremony Takes Place
Lord-Lieutenants of both Nottinghamshire and Derbyshire cut the ribbon to mark the restoration and opening year of “the Iron Giant”, at event attended by hundreds of local people.
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World Monument Fund visit Viaduct
Representatives from The World Monument Fund Visit Bennerley Viaduct
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October Newsletter
If you get the chance over the next few weeks, take a visit to the viaduct, as the Autumn colours are currently looking quite magnificent, especially in the early morning or late evening light. We are so lucky to be living in an area with such a rich industrial and natural heritage. A lot of…