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Heritage Lecture: From Gun Barrels And Armour Plate To Stainless Steel Knives And Forks

12 November 2018

On Wednesday 21st November, Portland Works will welcome Dr Chris Corker, of York University to deliver the second in a series of lectures on the cutlery and steel industries. The illustrated talk is entitled “From Gun Barrels And Armour Plate…

Hear the Harry Brearley Story on 17 October from 7 to 9pm

20 September 2018

Harry Brearley – Much more than Stainless (1871-1948) An illustrated talk by Robin Fielder, formerly of Sheffield Industrial Museums On Wednesday 17 October, Portland Works will be delighted to welcome Robin Fielder who will deliver the first in a series…

More than 300 People Visit Portland Works for Heritage Open Day

10 September 2018

On Sunday 9 September, Portland Works opened its doors as part of the national “Heritage Open Day” celebrations. During the afternoon, more than 320 people took time to walk around the building, learn more about its history, and meet some…

Portland Works Joins the “Great Get Together”

23 June 2018

Portland Works recently held an open coffee morning as part of the national “Great Get Together” campaign. Inspired by the late Jo Cox, the movement is aimed at the groundswell of people that reject divisive politics and simply want to…

Portland Works Celebrates Fifth Anniversary of Purchase

23 June 2018

On Friday 22 June 2018, Portland Works celebrated the 5th anniversary of its purchase. The event was held in the MakerSpace and was a wonderful opportunity for supporters. shareholders, tenants, Directors, Friends of Portland Works, the Buildings and other Tuesday volunteers…