Welcome to England’s largest festival of history and culture!

Every September some 46,000 volunteers across England organise 5,500 events to celebrate our fantastic history and culture. It's your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all of which are FREE to explore.

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BLOG: Curious Collections

Posters for Peace - introducing The Peace Museum

In a year celebrating People Power, as the season of peace and goodwill (as well as feasting and festivity)…

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HODs news

HODs Headlines 2019

2019 marked 25 years of our extraordinary 'people powered' festival, and what a year it was! A full 10 days…

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Case Studies

Lloyd’s Register Foundation, Heritage & Education Centre

A stunning Palazzo building houses the extraordinary library and archive of…

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BLOG: Guest Posts

Inspiring Creativity

What's starred on films big and small, hosted rock concerts, inspired artists and brought communities…

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Event directory

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Festival spotlights

Highlighting the people and places that participate

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