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Mrs Smith’s Cottage in Navenby is a rare time capsule of a bygone era. Restored & ready to welcome you thanks to Heritage Lottery Funding.

On this day in 1957... Mrs Smith's husband, Joe, a

On this day in 1957... Mrs Smith's husband, Joe, and Frank laid the concrete for Mrs Smith's garden plinth!

Joe built this for Mrs Smith so that she would be able to reach her washing line without her sheets draping on the ground. You can still see it today outside the shop.

#MrsSmithsCottage #DiaryEntries

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We have been so pleased to see so many of you taki

We have been so pleased to see so many of you taking part in our Summer Holidays Crafts already! There's been some fantastic creations going on in our 'Ice Cream Parlour'🍦

If you'd like to visit, our crafts are here all summer - Friday to Monday between 12-4pm. All activities are included in your admission fee. Booking recommended to avoid disappointment!

#MrsSmithsCottage #CraftEvents

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Drop in this Friday (24th July), between 11am-12pm

Drop in this Friday (24th July), between 11am-12pm, for NavenBees Toddler Group!

This week, the NavenBees will be in the colourful garden, and having a go at painting what they see. 🎨

We will also have a selection of garden games to try!

Bring your little bees along for hands-on learning about our natural world – with stories, crafts, and have-a-go gardening for ages 2-5.

£2.50 per child, adults free - no need to book.

#MrsSmithsCottage #ToddlerGroup

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Fancy starting your week with something a little d

Fancy starting your week with something a little different? Why not come and visit us today at Mrs Smith's Cottage!🏡

We are open today between 12-4pm and would love to share the story of Mrs Smith with you. Just pop in, or book via our website if you prefer ➡ https://www.mrssmithscottage.com/visit/

Admission pricing:

Adult: £4.00
Child: £2.50
Family (2 Adult & up to 3 Children): £12.50

#MrsSmithsCottage

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🌿Volunteer at Mrs Smith’s Cottage🌿 Do you love hi

🌿Volunteer at Mrs Smith’s Cottage🌿

Do you love history, meeting new people, or spending time somewhere truly special? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team at Mrs Smith’s Cottage!

This beautifully preserved cottage offers a unique glimpse into the past, and we need your help to keep its story alive for everyone who visits.

✨What you could get involved in:

Welcoming and chatting with visitors
Sharing the story of Mrs Smith and the cottage
Supporting event days and activities
Helping care for the cottage and garden
Assisting with our toddler group and our school visits

🌼Why volunteer with us?

Be part of a friendly and supportive team
Learn more about local history and heritage
Gain valuable experience and new skills

Flexible opportunities available. Whether you can spare a few hours a month, or you'd like something more regular, we’d love to hear from you. Full training provided!

💬Get in touch today to find out more about how you can become part of the story at Mrs Smith’s Cottage! Pop in or email us at mrssmithscottage@n-kesteven.gov.uk. More info online at: https://www.mrssmithscottage.com/volunteer/

@heartoflincs

Join us from next Friday, 24th July, for our Summe

Join us from next Friday, 24th July, for our Summer Holiday crafts at Mrs Smith's Cottage! 🎨🦋🐝🌞

Based in our modern learning centre. This year, we have:
🎨A DIY ice cream parlour inspired by a day in the life of Mrs Smith
🎨Nature-inspired colouring sheets and bookmarks
🎨Decorate your own butterfly

We also have a range of children's books, games & puzzles to keep your little ones entertained all summer long.

We are open 12-4pm Friday-Monday. All crafts are included in your admission fee to the cottage. Booking recommended to avoid disappointment!

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The Mrs Smith's team are busy getting ready for th

The Mrs Smith's team are busy getting ready for the Big Butterfly Count taking place here next weekend! Look at these beautiful drawings. 🎨

Join us from the 24th - 27th July to take part. Spend 15 minutes relaxing in our cottage garden and make note of the butterfly species you see. We will have guides for you to use, so you don't have to be an expert to take part.

We will also have a butterfly trail and crafts, so there is something for the whole family to enjoy! 🦋

Entry to cottage gardens is free of charge. Crafts and trail are included in your admission fee. We recommend booking to avoid disappointment!

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Early spring versus Midsummer! What a difference t

Early spring versus Midsummer! What a difference the seasons make to our lovely cottage garden. It's bursting with life and hard to get it all in the frame.🌻🐝

We have had a wonderful weekend with all our visitors, thank you for coming! If you missed us, we are open again from Friday at 12pm.

Plan and book your visit here: https://www.mrssmithscottage.com/visit/.

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Drop in this Friday (10th July), between 11am-12pm

Drop in this Friday (10th July), between 11am-12pm, for NavenBees Toddler Group!

This week, the NavenBees will be in the colourful garden, and having a go at painting what they see. 🎨

We will also have a selection of garden games to try!

Bring your little bees along for hands-on learning about our natural world – with stories, crafts, and have-a-go gardening for ages 2-5.

£2.50 per child, adults free - no need to book.

#MrsSmithsCottage #ToddlerGroup

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

On this day in 1977... Mrs Smith had a day trip to

On this day in 1977... Mrs Smith had a day trip to Rothley on a very hot and sunny day! Sounds a bit like the day we are going to be having today. 🌞🍦

We are open today between 12-4pm for visits to the cottage. We would love to see you!

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Join us for the Big Butterfly Count from the 24th-

Join us for the Big Butterfly Count from the 24th-27th of July!

Relax for 15 minutes in our wonderful cottage garden, and see which species of butterflies you can spot. We will have guides available, so you don't need to be an expert to take part.

The count is a really important tool in assessing the health of our butterfly population, and we would love for as many people as possible to take part in this vital research. More information can be found on the Big Butterfly Count's website: https://bigbutterflycount.butterfly-conservation.org/.

The weekend is suitable for all ages. We will also have a cottage butterfly trail and crafts available - these are included in your admission fee. We recommend pre-booking your visit to avoid disappointment!

#BigButterflyCount

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Did you know we sell souvenir guidebooks in the sh

Did you know we sell souvenir guidebooks in the shop at Mrs Smith's Cottage?

For only £2.00 we can't think of a better way to remember and share your visit to the cottage with friends and family!

Why not pop in and take a look this weekend? We are open between 12-4pm. 📖

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

We have had a fresh delivery of honey from the won

We have had a fresh delivery of honey from the wonderful beekeepers of Brills Hill Apiary! What a beautiful dark gold colour.

We have both set and runny honey at £7.00 per jar.🌻🐝

If you'd like to learn more about how they keep their bees, have a read of our newsletter article featuring them: https://www.mrssmithscottage.com/museum-shop-sunday-spotlight-brills-hill-apiary

We are open tomorrow between 12-4pm, don't forget to pop in to grab your jar!

#ShopLocal #LocalHoney

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

🌿Volunteer at Mrs Smith’s Cottage🌿 Do you love hi

🌿Volunteer at Mrs Smith’s Cottage🌿

Do you love history, meeting new people, or spending time somewhere truly special? We’re looking for enthusiastic volunteers to join our team at Mrs Smith’s Cottage!

This beautifully preserved cottage offers a unique glimpse into the past, and we need your help to keep its story alive for everyone who visits.

✨ What you could get involved in:

Welcoming and chatting with visitors
Sharing the story of Mrs Smith and the cottage
Supporting event days and activities
Helping care for the cottage and garden
Assisting with our toddler group and our school visits

🌼 Why volunteer with us?

Be part of a friendly and supportive team
Learn more about local history and heritage
Gain valuable experience and new skills

Flexible opportunities available. Whether you can spare a few hours a month, or you'd like something more regular, we’d love to hear from you. Full training provided!

💬 Get in touch today to find out more about how you can become part of the story at Mrs Smith’s Cottage! Email us at mrssmithscottage@n-kesteven.gov.uk. More info online at: https://www.mrssmithscottage.com/volunteer/

@heartoflincs

We hope you are all staying cool this week! Thank

We hope you are all staying cool this week! Thank you to our visitors for a lovely, busy day today. 🌞

We are open again tomorrow, Sunday & Monday between 12-4pm if you'd like to pop by. Plan and book your visit through the link in our bio!

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Conservation in action! 🖌✨ Today it was Mrs Smith

Conservation in action! 🖌✨

Today it was Mrs Smith's pantry's turn for a dusting from our conservation assistant. Using soft bristled brushes is a good way to remove surface dust and dirt, without damaging the object underneath.

#HeritageConservation #MrsSmithsCottage

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

We hope you're all staying cool in the midst of th

We hope you're all staying cool in the midst of this summer heatwave! The cottage garden is certainly thriving... we even had a visit from a beautiful hummingbird moth. 🦋🌻🌱

Tomorrow is the final day of our 'Caring for the Cottage' event, we are open between 12-4pm and you'd all be very welcome to join us.

You will have the chance to:
-View common museum pests, wallpaper, and fabric samples under our digital handheld microscopes
-Learn how pests are managed in historical buildings
-Try out professional cleaning methods to discover how collections are cared for
-Take part in pest-themed crafts, including making your own to take home!

Booking recommended to avoid disappointment - the link is in our bio.

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Our event 'Caring for the Cottage' is in full swin

Our event 'Caring for the Cottage' is in full swing and will be running until Monday!

Pop along if you'd like to learn more about conservation and how historical buildings are cared for.

#MrsSmithsCottage #Conservation #EventWeekend

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Don't forget about our event next weekend! ⤵ Pop

Don't forget about our event next weekend! ⤵

Pop along to Mrs Smith’s Cottage between the 19-22nd June and get hands on with collections care. Based in our modern learning centre – all activities are included in your admission fee to the cottage. Suitable for all ages.

Over the weekend, you will have the chance to:
-View common museum pests, wallpaper, and fabric samples under our digital handheld microscopes
-Learn how pests are managed in historical buildings
-Try out professional cleaning methods to discover how collections are cared for
-Take part in pest-themed crafts, including making your own to take home!

Booking recommended to avoid disappointment ➡️ https://www.mrssmithscottage.com/visit/

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

Look at this super haul of carrots and rhubarb fro

Look at this super haul of carrots and rhubarb from our garden - all thanks to our head gardener for this green-thumbed wizardry! Freshly grown and picked... you can't get better than that. 🥕

Mrs Smith also grew her own food in her allotment that was just behind the cottage, and she was self-sufficient for many months of the year.

#MrsSmithsCottage #VegetableGarden

@heartoflincs @visitlincolnshire

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Telephone: 01522 811469
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Address: Mrs Smith’s Cottage, 3 East Road, Navenby, Lincolnshire, LN5 0EP

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