Sleaford is a rapidly growing market town with a current population of approximately 17000. Many Roman, Iron Age and Bronze artefacts have been discovered here, some displayed in the British Museum. Situated on the River Slea, the town and district has an interesting and important history to tell but, until 2015, lacked a place to display and promote its past.
It has taken about forty years to achieve this permanent home for Sleaford's numerous surviving artefacts, during which time many dedicated and professional people have contributed to the preservation of the collection.
It has taken about forty years to achieve this permanent home for Sleaford's numerous surviving artefacts, during which time many dedicated and professional people have contributed to the preservation of the collection.
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The Bass Maltings in Sleaford are a large group of eight disused malt houses originally owned by the Bass Brewery of Burton upon Trent. Constructed between 1901 and 1907, the Maltings are the largest group of malt houses in England; they have been designated Grade II* on the National Heritage List of England recognising them as "particularly important. of more than special interest."
We have welcomed many of the visitors from worldwide locations, as well as those closer to home. Our visitors' book is full of very positive comments about the quality of the exhibits, and also the friendly and knowledgeable welcome from our volunteer staff. April: Window display - Queen's 90th Birthday celebrations.
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Peter Lorimer
Jan 24, 2022
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Kevin Boil
Dec 14, 2019
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Varied,quirky exhibits,of local interest, changed frequently.Surprisingly informative about Sleafords Roman &Edwardian past.Current exhibits of Pegdolls&fashions of Edwardian England. Small enough&easily navigated on one floor,was the 1950 toilet block!Accessible toilet next door.PS entrance is free,but donations are welcomed.
Mj E.
Aug 06, 2019
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Stephanie
Jul 18, 2019
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Ther are contemporary pieces in there but I wished there could be more pieces in 3-dimensional form but overall it’s a nice small place to see around and there is an upstairs and balcony to take photos from.
I liked how from the entrance you get to look through the artist concept and ideas and how they evolved from to creating their final piece.
I liked how from the entrance you get to look through the artist concept and ideas and how they evolved from to creating their final piece.
Graham Jeffery
Aug 02, 2018
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Efenesou
Jun 28, 2017
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This is a very quaint place and is ideal for small groups of individuals wanting to learn about the local area. The opening time limits the amount t if time you have to explore as only do many people can fit In the building the staff are very thorough and informative and you certainly learn and relearn a few things that you may have forgotten or simply weren’t aware of.
