Families can explore hidden corners of Bath, step inside historic buildings and enjoy free activities as Heritage Open Days returns to Bath and North East Somerset from 11-20 September. More than 30 venues are taking part in the 10-day festival, with free guided tours, exhibitions, talks, behind-the-scenes experiences and family activities offering the chance to...
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Heritage Open Day at Chippenham Museum
Discover the everyday stories of the people who lived and worked at 9-10 Market Place before it became the home of the museum. To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the official opening in its current location, the Young Curators Group have uncovered the story of the site from the Jurassic period to the present day....
Historic Bradford on Avon prison cells to open to visitors
Visitors will have a rare opportunity to step inside Bradford on Avon’s historic Town Bridge Lock Up when the former prison cells open for Heritage Open Days this September. The Lock Up will welcome visitors from Thursday 17 September to Saturday 19 September, between 10am and 4pm each day. Originally built as a chapel in...
Open Day at Bradford on Avon Lock-up
An opportunity to explore the former prison cells. Originally built as a 13th-century chapel, the building was later converted into the town’s lock up, also known as a blind house where prisoners and those arrested for drunkenness were held there overnight before appearing before the local magistrate. Volunteers will be available on hand to guide...
Heritage Open Day at REME Museum
Free entry and a special Day in the Life Trail exploring the everyday lives of WW2 soldiers. In addition, you will have access to all of the permanent exhibition galleries, special exhibition With Spanners Descending, annual Sportsfest Family Trail, play park, gardens and cafe.
There’s still time to explore local hidden gems with Heritage Open Days
Families across Bath and North East Somerset still have the chance to enjoy Heritage Open Days 2025, which continue until Sunday 21 September. The festival, England’s biggest celebration of history and culture, offers free access to fascinating sites, buildings and landscapes across the area. More than 20 venues are taking part with guided tours, exhibitions,...
Heritage Open Days returns to venues across the Bath region
Venues across Bath and North East Somerset will open their doors this September for Heritage Open Days (6-15 September). Now in its 30th year, the nationwide celebration of history and culture is a chance to see inside hidden places and try out new experiences – all for free. Bath and North East Somerset has a packed...
Heritage Open Days across Bath and North East Somerset from 8-17 Sept
Venues across Bath and North East Somerset will open their doors this September for Heritage Open Days (8-17 September). The nationwide celebration of history and culture is a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all for free. Councillor Paul Roper, Cabinet Member for Economic & Cultural Sustainable Development, said, “Heritage...