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.

Email newsletter

Subscribe to Milton Keynes Heritage News

Family history

Our information for family historians

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.

  • Cosgrove Canal Festival

    Cosgrove Canal Festival & Craft Fair

    A colourful display of historic and trade boats with lots of games, fun and entertainment along the Grand Union Canal at Cosgrove.
    Buckingham Canal Society
    Saturday, 18th and Sunday,19th July 2026

  • 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

  • Grand Union Canal

    Canal, Rail & Windmill

    Enjoy gliding along quietly on a modern all-electric canal boat and walk to view a collection of historic sites. Tickets £15.00.
    Milton Keynes Canals
    Friday, 17th July 2026

  • Magnificent Women and Flying Machines

    Magnificent Women and Flying Machines

    Author and journalist Sally Smith tells the stories of the pioneering women who achieved real firsts in various forms of aviation.
    Milton Keynes Aviation Society
    Tuesday, 14th July 2026

  • Stowe gardens

    Rooftop Tours

    Enjoy the chance to climb the cantilevered stone staircase to admire the magnificent view from the roof and look over the world-famous gardens.
    Stowe House
    Sunday, 12th 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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