D.H. Lawrence Heritage
From Humble Beginnings came a Literary Genius
D.H.Lawrence Heritage is an award winning visitor attraction celebrating one of the greatest writers of the 20th Century. With two attractions to visit, Durban House Heritage Centre and the D. H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum, D.H. Lawrence Heritage promises a great day out for everyone!
What's New?
Nottinghamshire STARS Awards 2009
D.H. Lawrence Heritage are delighted to announce that they won two awards at this year's Nottinghamshire STARS Awards, on Thursday 14th May, in the following categories:
- Team of the Year
- Best Ambassador for the Industry, for Jackie Greaves Heritage Assistant.
The awards reward excellence in the tourism, leisure and hospitality industry. For more information go to the Nottinghamshire STARS awards website following the link in the left hand menu or visit our Tourism Awards and Accreditation pages.
Family Friendly
D.H. Lawrence Heritage is improving its exhibition to respond to an increasing number of family visitors. There is plenty to see and do for visitor of all generations to enjoy! We hope to have all the changes complete by Monday 25th May, see our NEW Family Friendly webpage for details.
Opening hours |
We are open daily, with the exception of a week during the Christmas and New Year period: |
| Summer Season (April to October) | 10:00 - 17:00 |
| Winter Season (November to March) | 10:00 - 16:00 |
Free admission for Broxtowe Borough Council residents! |
D.H. Lawrence Heritage
Durban House Heritage Centre boasts the Rainbow Gallery (a temporary exhibition space), as well as permanent displays on mining and on the great writer, D.H. Lawrence himself. There's even the Rocking Horse Bistro on site offering delicious meals, drinks and snacks.
A short walk away, the D.H. Lawrence Birthplace Museum is, as its' name suggests, the house of Lawrence's birth and has been restored to look as it did then, in 1885. Experienced guides will help you explore this Victorian time capsule.
Look out too for...
Our exciting programme of events, exhibitions and annual festival, all of which can be found through the links from the menu to the left. There's even the Blue Line Trail to explore, a walk linking all of the Lawrence related sites.
If you are interested in visiting us please click on the 'Visiting' link on the left hand side menu for more information.
D.H. Lawrence Heritage Video
View our 3 minute D.H. Lawrence Heritage video from the 'Related Articles' menu to the right and see for yourself what D.H. Lawrence Heritage has to offer.
