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SUMMARY:Visitor Centre opening
DESCRIPTION:Come along to the launch of the brand new Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre which will be open to the public from midday.  \n\n\n\nAll are welcome\, no ticket required – refreshments will be available in the cafe.
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/visitor-centre-opening/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Special event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260725T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260725T120000
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SUMMARY:Summer skywalk guided tour 25 July
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a daytime guided walk of Bennerley Viaduct\, one of only two wrought iron viaducts nationally\, and its beautiful surroundings. \n\n\n\nRecently rescued by a grassroots group of Friends\, and reopened to the public for cycling and walking\, this 1400ft monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border\, with intricate lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings. \n\n\n\nThe viaduct is an engineering marvel and a must-see for railway and industrial history fans. \n\n\n\nWalk along the new deck and see the views of the Erewash Valley. \n\n\n\nSee what a community can do\, in a post-industrial area\, to rescue their history and invest in nature and each other. \n\n\n\nWalk the pathways and habitats created by our volunteers\, and hear from us about our pride in the Iron Giant of Ilkeston and Awsworth. \n\n\n\nPlease consider donating generously to keep our project growing. We accept digital qr code scanning payments\, but please use cash where you can so we retain full value. Cheques are also welcome. \n\n\n\nFor more information and to book your spot visit http://eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-bennerley-viaduct-skywalk-guided-tour-tickets-1989216531193
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/summer-skywalk-guided-tour/
CATEGORIES:Guided tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T170000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260807T230808Z
CREATED:20260807T230510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T230808Z
UID:5444-1786554000-1786564800@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:An evening watching the solar eclipse
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Bennerley Viaduct to watch the partial solar eclipse from our unique viewpoint on the deck of the viaduct.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe Visitor Centre will be open for the evening\, serving a special pie and peas menu\, and we are also offering a skywalk guided tour which can be booked separately.
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/an-evening-watching-the-solar-eclipse/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T180000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260812T200000
DTSTAMP:20260807T114445Z
CREATED:20260705T094144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T114445Z
UID:4990-1786557600-1786564800@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Summer skywalk guided tour 12 August
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special guided walk at Bennerley Viaduct\, one of only two wrought iron viaducts nationally\, and its beautiful surroundings. \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the history and stories of Bennerley Viaduct on a countryside walk.\n\n\n\nRescued by campaigners\, and reopened to the public for cycling and walking\, this 426m-long monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border\, with intricate lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings.\n\n\n\nThe viaduct is an engineering marvel and a must-see for railway and industrial history fans.\n\n\n\nWalk along the new deck and see the views of the Erewash Valley.\n\n\n\nSee what a community can do\, in a post-industrial area\, to rescue their history and invest in nature and each other.\n\n\n\nWalk the pathways and habitats created by our volunteers\, and hear from us about our pride in the Iron Giant of Ilkeston and Awsworth.\n\n\n\nPlease consider donating generously to keep our project growing. We accept digital qr code scanning payments\, but please use cash where you can so we retain full value. Cheques are also welcome.\n\n\n\n\nFind out more about the event and book tickets here – please note that walks start from the new Visitor Centre https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-bennerley-viaduct-skywalk-guided-tour-tickets-1989216633499
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/summer-skywalk-guided-tour-12-august/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guided tour
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260723T174735Z
CREATED:20260723T174734Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260723T174735Z
UID:5420-1786788000-1786791600@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bennerley Viaduct guided tour: the Zeppelin special!
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Zeppelin themed guided walk and talk on Bennerley Viaduct. \n\n\n\nLearn about the history and stories of The Iron Giant and the Zeppelin Raid on the Midlands (including Bennerley Viaduct and Stanton Ironworks!) that took place on January 31st 1916 during World War I\, whilst taking in the panoramic countryside views in the heart of the Erewash Valley. \n\n\n\nTo find out more and book tickets visit https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/bennerley-viaduct-guided-tour-the-zeppelin-special-tickets-1994654283657
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/bennerley-viaduct-guided-tour-the-zeppelin-special/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260822T120000
DTSTAMP:20260807T114002Z
CREATED:20260705T094717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260807T114002Z
UID:4993-1787392800-1787400000@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Guided walk with a special focus on DH Lawrence
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special guided walk of Bennerley Viaduct focussing on its depiction in the works of local author DH Lawrence. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\nThis special event is part of the six-week DH Lawrence Festival that takes place in and around his birthplace of Eastwood\, celebrating his life and works with art\, music and history. Download the full programme for the festival here.\n\n\n\nJoin our countryside walk to learn about the history and stories of Bennerley Viaduct as depicted in DH Lawrence’s novels.\n\n\n\nBennerley Viaduct was rescued by a grassroots group of Friends\, and reopened to the public after years of neglect; the 1400ft monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border\, with intricate lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings.\n\n\n\nThe viaduct is an engineering marvel and a must-see for railway and industrial history fans.\n\n\n\nWalk along the new deck and see the views of the Erewash Valley.\n\n\n\nSee what a community can do\, in a post-industrial town\, to rescue their history and invest in nature and each other.\n\n\n\nWalk the pathways and habitats created by our volunteers\, and hear from us about our pride in the Iron Giant of Ilkeston and Awsworth.\n\n\n\nPlease consider donating generously to keep our project growing. We accept digital qr code scanning payments\, but please use cash where you can so we retain full value. Cheques are also welcome.\n\n\n\n\nFind out full details and book your ticket here https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/summer-bennerley-viaduct-skywalk-guided-tour-tickets-1989216765895
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/summer-skywalk-guided-tour-22-august/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guided tour,Special event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T190000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260917T213000
DTSTAMP:20260903T104555Z
CREATED:20260903T104031Z
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UID:5480-1789671600-1789680600@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bat hunt at Bennerley Viaduct (with pie & peas supper)
DESCRIPTION:Come bat spotting with us at The Iron Giant\, enjoy a locally made pie and mushy peas supper before experiencing dusk and hopefully bats! \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for a bat hunt nature walk at Bennerley Viaduct with a pie and peas supper!\n\n\n\nWe’ll be serving a Derbyshire lamb hotpot pie; if you require a veggie\, vegan or gf alternative please email jordanhazell@bennerleyviaduct.org.uk once you have paid for your ticket.\n\n\n\nThe price includes supper and general admission entry\, donations on the night are also welcomed.\n\n\n\nCakes and coffee will also be available.\n\n\n\nTimings are as follows; 7pm – Visitor Centre and cafe opens: 8:15pm – last orders in the cafe; 8:30pm – briefing by our ranger/walk starts; 9:30-9:45pm – event ends.\n\n\n\nBat detectors will be available to use and will be shared between four people.
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/bat-hunt-at-bennerley-viaduct-with-pie-peas-supper/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20260919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260706T083509Z
CREATED:20260705T100004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260706T083509Z
UID:4998-1789812000-1789819200@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Guided tour for Heritage Open Day
DESCRIPTION:Join a special Heritage Open Day tour of Bennerley Viaduct\, one of only two wrought iron viaducts nationally\, and its beautiful surroundings. \n\n\n\nThe viaduct is an engineering marvel and a must-see for railway and industrial history fans. \n\n\n\nLearn about the history and stories of Bennerley Viaduct at a countryside walk. \n\n\n\nRecently rescued by a grassroots group of Friends\, and reopened to the public for cycling and walking\, this 1400ft monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border\, with intricate lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings. \n\n\n\nFind out more and reserve your place here.
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/heritage-open-day-at-bennerley-viaduct/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
CATEGORIES:Guided tour,Special event
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261018T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261018T133000
DTSTAMP:20260825T145204Z
CREATED:20260825T144142Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T145204Z
UID:5454-1792317600-1792330200@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Bennerley Viaduct guided tour: the Steampunk Special!
DESCRIPTION:Calling all time-travellers\, aeronauts and steampunk enthusiasts! \n\n\n\nPrepare your goggles and ready your airships. A day of retro-futuristic wonder awaits at Britain’s ultimate iron marvel – Bennerley Viaduct \n\n\n\nLearn about the history and stories of The Iron Giant\, including the 1916 Zeppelin raid\,  whilst taking in the panoramic countryside views in the heart of the Erewash Valley. \n\n\n\n\nRecently rescued by a grassroots group of Friends\, and reopened to the public for cycling and walking\, this giant monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border\, with intricate lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings.\n\n\n\nWalk along the new ramp and deck!\n\n\n\nPlease consider donating generously to keep our project growing. We accept digital qr code scanning payments\, but please use cash where you can so we retain full value. Cheques are also welcome.\n\n\n\n\nPractical details: \n\n\n\n\nWalks start at 10am and 12 midday – visit our Eventbrite website via the links below to book your tickets.\n\n\n\nEach walk lasts for approximately 90 minutes.\n\n\n\nThe walk is relatively easy\, access onto the viaduct is up an accessible ramp but the viaduct decking is flat.\n\n\n\nWe always welcome dogs but they must be kept on leads at all times!\n\n\n\nClick here for full details about how to get to the Visitor Centre.\n\n\n\n\nAfter the event you are welcome to use our cafe and toilet facilities.
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/bennerley-viaduct-guided-tour-the-steampunk-special/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261031T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T145719Z
CREATED:20260825T145718Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T145719Z
UID:5464-1793440800-1793448000@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Autumn Bennerley Viaduct skywalk guided tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a guided walk of Bennerley Viaduct\, one of only two wrought iron viaducts nationally\, and its beautiful surroundings. \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the history and stories of Bennerley Viaduct and enjoy a countryside walk.\n\n\n\nRescued by campaigners\, and reopened to the public for cycling and walking\, this 426m-long monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border\, with intricate lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings.\n\n\n\nThe viaduct is an engineering marvel and a must-see for railway and industrial history fans.\n\n\n\nWalk along the new deck and see the views of the Erewash Valley.\n\n\n\nSee what a community can do\, in a post-industrial area\, to rescue their history and invest in nature and each other.\n\n\n\nWalk the pathways and habitats created by our volunteers\, and hear from us about our pride in the Iron Giant of Ilkeston and Awsworth.\n\n\n\nPlease consider donating generously to keep our project growing. We accept digital qr code scanning payments\, but please use cash where you can so we retain full value. Cheques are also welcome.
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/autumn-bennerley-viaduct-skywalk-guided-tour/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
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DTSTART;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T100000
DTEND;TZID=Europe/London:20261128T120000
DTSTAMP:20260825T150004Z
CREATED:20260825T150003Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260825T150004Z
UID:5466-1795860000-1795867200@www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk
SUMMARY:Winter Bennerley Viaduct skywalk guided tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special guided walk at Bennerley Viaduct\, one of only two wrought iron viaducts nationally\, and its beautiful surroundings. \n\n\n\n\nLearn about the history and stories of Bennerley Viaduct on a countryside walk.\n\n\n\nRescued by campaigners\, and reopened to the public for cycling and walking\, this 426m-long monument straddles the Derbyshire-Nottinghamshire border\, with intricate lattice work and beautiful natural surroundings.\n\n\n\nThe viaduct is an engineering marvel and a must-see for railway and industrial history fans.\n\n\n\nWalk along the new deck and see the views of the Erewash Valley.\n\n\n\nSee what a community can do\, in a post-industrial area\, to rescue their history and invest in nature and each other.\n\n\n\nWalk the pathways and habitats created by our volunteers\, and hear from us about our pride in the Iron Giant of Ilkeston and Awsworth.\n\n\n\nPlease consider donating generously to keep our project growing. We accept digital qr code scanning payments\, but please use cash where you can so we retain full value. Cheques are also welcome.
URL:https://www.bennerleyviaduct.org.uk/event/winter-bennerley-viaduct-skywalk-guided-tour/
LOCATION:Bennerley Viaduct Visitor Centre\, Shilo Way\, Awsworth\, Notts\, NG16 2BF\, United Kingdom
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