Milton Keynes Heritage Association was formed in 1994 by a number of local heritage groups and museums, with the aim of encouraging and developing co-operation between organisations having an interest in heritage in Milton Keynes, north Buckinghamshire and south Northamptonshire

Members

MKHA has over 70 organisation and individual members, with a broad range of interests and a wide geographical coverage from Buckingham in the west, Olney in the east, Towcester in the north and Woburn in the south.

Many MKHA members have websites for those interested in our heritage.

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Local heritage events

MKHA members organise talks and other events.

Heritage Open Days this year runs over ten consecutive days from the 11th to the 20th of September. The theme is Everyday Histories.

Milton Keynes History Day took place on Saturday, 16th May 2026 in Milton Keynes Central Library.

  • Guided walk around Olney – South End

    This is a short walk with plenty to see along the way. The route is paved but comfortable shoes are recommended. Meet your guide at the front of the Museum.
    Cowper & Newton Museum
    Saturday, 18th July 2026

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    Visit: The House Above, Loosley Row

    Karen and Jim Eyre have developed the site into a modern garden for a modern house on a very challenging and steep site with mainly grass paths.
    Buckinghamshire Gardens Trust
    Thursday, 2nd July 2026

  • Refreshments in the Courtyard

    Enjoy delicious homemade cakes, a choice of tea, coffee, speciality tea or juice and a relaxing stroll around the beautiful 18th century, tranquil gardens. 
    Cowper & Newton Museum
    Thursday, 2nd July 2026

  • HMY Britannia

    Britannia: the Royal Yacht

    Speaker: William French. Billy French is a former purser and will be sharing tales of his experiences onboard.
    Tingewick Historical Society
    Wednesday, 1st July 2026

Become a member

Membership is open to local history groups and individuals and is open to those outside the MIlton Keynes Council boundary.

Member benefits include quarterly meetings, grants, website hosting, free IT and archiving training and heritage advocacy.

Location map of MKHA members

Grant from MK Community Foundation

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