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The People of St Mary's - Family-Friendly Trail

11 September 2026
St Mary Magdalene, Newark

The People of St Mary's - Family-Friendly Trail

About

Collect your free trail sheet and explore the building to learn about the characters who have contributed to the history of both Newark and St Mary Magdalene from across the centuries, going all the way back to Anglo-Saxon times. In this specially-commissioned kids' history trail, illustrated by East Midlands artist Kerry Dilks, you'll learn more about Lady Godiva, St Hugh and his Swan, Newark wool merchant Alan Fleming, church benefactor Dame Frances Leeke, and stained glass expert Joan Howson among many others. Find each character and answer their question to complete the trail!

Event information

Date

11 September 2026

Time

9:30am to 4:30pm

Venue

St Mary Magdalene, Newark

Price

FREE

Organiser

St Mary Magdalene, Newark