Buckinghamshire
Properties and events in Buckinghamshire
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2026 Aylesbury Festival Launch
Find out what's happening as part of Aylesbury's Heritage Open Days programme for 2026!
A Fantastic Folly: Gothic Temple at National Trust Stowe
A rare chance to see inside the Gothic Temple, a splendid folly built in 1741 by architect James Gibbs. Enjoy free entry to both National Trust Stowe and Gothic Temple as part of Heritage Open Days.
An Audience with Florence Nightingale
Conducted like a ‘Parkinson chat-show’, we invoke Florence Nightingale from the pages of history to talk about her experiences, her attitudes to nursing and to life in general.
Archive Tours
Have you ever wondered how we look after your history? Come visit Buckinghamshire Archives where we'll take you behind the scenes to see our strongrooms in this guided tour. From gossiping priests to royal charters, who knows what you'll discover?
Aylesbury Cemetery Tour
Why did cemeteries spring up in the mid-19th cemetery and who paid for them? Take a guided tour of Aylesbury cemetery and find out with the Aylesbury Society.
Aylesbury High Street 200th birthday exhibition
Join us at Queens Park Arts Centre for a special exhibition celebrating the 200th anniversary of Aylesbury High Street. Discover the fascinating story of how our historic High Street has evolved over the past two centuries, from its early beginnings
Aylesbury in 50 Buildings
A fascinating talk on 50 of Aylesbury's buildings, from some of the oldest to more modern, some popular, some possibly controversial but all part of the history of Aylesbury.
Aylesbury Quakers
Visit a meeting house in old Aylesbury dating back to the early 1700s. Enjoy a peaceful garden, once a Quaker burial ground, near the centre of town. Find out about Quakers and other users of the site.
Aylesbury signage trail
Each day, find a new sign, plaque or engraving on our Facebook page and see if you can be the first to figure out where it comes from!
Aylesbury's High Street 200th birthday photo trail
Check out shopfronts across the High Street with photos throughout time to celebrate its 200th birthday.
Beyond the Call presentation
A live presentation of the continuing story of exceptional individuals going beyond the call of routine nursing and putting their lives at risk. Using words, pictures and live theatre.
Buckingham Old Gaol: Everyday Lives
Walk in and out of the cells to explore Buckingham's history!
Chilterns Crematorium 60th Anniversary
Celebrate the heritage of Amersham and the role that the crematorium has played within the community by sharing the Chilterns Crematorium 60th anniversary with heritage exhibitions and guest talks.
Claydon House - National Trust Open Days
An 18th century National Trust property known for its beautiful rococo interiors and long connection to the Verney family. Explore richly decorated rooms and discover fascinating links to Florence Nightingale, who had close family ties to Claydon.
Court Garden and Higginson Park 100
An exhibition showcasing the history of our riverside park and its 18th century mansion. This year is the 100th anniversary of the saving of this wonderful local asset by a group of local residents.
Free Museum Day at Bucks Railway Centre
Local heritage railway, Buckinghamshire Railway Centre in Quainton, is offering free entry to a Museum Day on Sunday 20th September as part of the Heritage Open Days festival. Explore the railway museum, visitor centre and 25 acres of railwayland!
George Piggin Allotments
Visit these delightful allotments off Wey Lane, the site of the original gardens for the town's workhouse.
Heritage Open Days market stall
Find us on the Market Square for one day as part of Heritage Open Days 2026.
Hughenden's Open Day & Bucks Artists and Makers Art Exhibition
Explore Hughenden: Country home of the Victorian statesman Benjamin Disraeli. Discover our art exhibition in partnership with Buckinghamshire's Visual Images Group.
Long Crendon Courthouse
A rare opportunity to explore inside Long Crendon Courthouse. The courthouse is a fine example of an early medieval timber-frame construction, set in an idyllic village. You can visit an exhibition on village life in the upper floor of this property