An exploration of the history of the Waters’ Edge site from the 18th Century to the present day, including the lengthy processes required to make the site the haven for wildlife that we see today. Malt kilns have been present on the site since the 18th Century, and the area was excavated for clay for use in the manufacture of bricks and tiles. From the 1950s to the 1980s, the site was used for the manufacture of a range of fertilisers, using animal waste and agrochemicals. The legacy of this was heavy pollution, with many contaminants such as heavy metals, acids and ammonia left in the ground. When North Lincolnshire Council inherited the site in 1996, work commenced to decontaminate the area and convert it into a country park.

Booking not required – just turn up!

This event is part of Heritage Open Days 2018, and forms part of the Barton upon Humber programme which comprises 90 events over 11 days.