George Eliot: Nuneaton’s Genius Writer
Talk and slideshow on the life and works of George Eliot. Admission £5.00 (pay on the door) to include light refreshments
Nuneaton Round Table Beer & Gin Festival
Cost: NRT will charge an admission fee on the door
NRT are holding their annual beer & gin festival at the Chilvers Coton Heritage Centre. Sections of the Heritage Centre are open for those attending the event where our volunteers can show you our Victorian parlor and school room. Contributions to the Heritage Centre are most welcome which are in aid of required renovation work on the main hall wooden floor
Alison’s War
On Wednesday 20th May at 2.00pm John Burton will be giving a talk on ‘Alison’s War’.
Multi-cultural Music Show
For 2 nights only at the Nuneaton Arts Centre, Pool Bank Street.
Journey of a Clergyman’s Daughter – Alison Evans
Local historian John Burton will present a talk on Alison Evans, great niece of George Eliot, daughter of the Rector of Bedworth, Frederic Evans and is a story of 19th and early 20th century life in Bedworth seen through the eyes of young Alison.
Mayor’s Special Lunch at the Crossed Khukris
On Sunday, 8th February 2026, at noon, the Crossed Khukris restaurant is hosting a special Nepalese lunch in aid of the Mayor’s Appeal, overseen by Om Gurung MBE himself.
‘Charlies War’ a Talk on Charlie Streather and 216 Fortress Company
Rob Everitt, a Trustee of the Heritage Centre will be giving a talk on Charles Streather and the 216 Fortress Company.
Kiss Ethel for Me – a young man’s letters from the Great War
All profits to the Mayor’s Appeal 2025/26.
Book Sale
A huge selection of second-hand books, something for everyone! History, Crafts, Gardening, Biographical, Children’s, Travel, Novels and more.
Beer and Gin Festival
Commencing 9th October for 3 days, the fantastic Beer and Gin Festival at the Heritage Centre.
Activity Morning
Every Thursday (7th; 14th; 21st and 28th) in August the Heritage Centre will be hosting an Activity Morning with ‘hands on’ exhibits.
Activity Morning
Every Thursday (7th; 14th; 21st and 28th) in August the Heritage Centre will be hosting an Activity Morning with ‘hands on’ exhibits.
Activity Morning
Every Thursday (7th; 14th; 21st and 28th) in August the Heritage Centre will be hosting an Activity Morning with ‘hands on’ exhibits.
Activity Morning
Every Thursday (7th; 14th; 21st and 28th) in August the Heritage Centre will be hosting an Activity Morning with ‘hands on’ exhibits.
Mayors Appeal Stall Nuneaton Market
On Saturday 2nd August the Coton Centre Trust will be running a tombola/bric a brac/allsorts stall in aid of the Mayor’s Appeal 2025 – 2026 which is for the Trust.
Table Top sale
All proceeds from the table rents go to the Mayor’s Charity Appeal; whatever money you take is yours.
International Womens’ Day
On Saturday, 8th March, the Heritage Centre will be celebrating International Women’s Day.
Weimar Germany
This will be a fascinating talk and of interest to anyone who wishes to learn more about Germany and Europe.
Winter Wellness Session
Relaxation and stress relief in a quiet and calming atmosphere.
Restorative Yoga with Caroline
Relaxation and stress relief in a quiet and calming atmosphere.
Nuneaton Windmills
On the 28th November, commencing at 7.30 pm, Anthony Greentree will give a talk on Nuneaton Windmills (now sadly lost to time).
Craft Fayre
The Heritage Centre will be hosting a Craft Fayre from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm.
George Eliot Annual Lecture
On September 14th, The George Eliot Fellowship is proud to announce the annual George Eliot Lecture.
Walk round Janet Dempster’s Nuneaton
A guided tour led by historian and Chair of the George Eliot Fellowship, John Burton.