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Heritage Open Days

Heritage Open Days 2012 will be 6-9 September

Heritage Open Days celebrates England’s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission. Every year on four days in September, buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors, ranging from castles to factories, town halls to tithe barns, parish churches to Buddhist temples. It is a once-a-year chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring to life local history and culture.

Free of charge and literally on people’s doorstep, Heritage Open Days is an event for everyone, whatever their background, age and ability. Read more…

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New contact details

Heritage Open Days changed organisation on 1 November and now operates under the management of the Heritage Open Days National Partnership, formed by the Heritage Alliance,...

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