Dorset
Properties and events in Dorset
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
All Saints Church, Wyke Regis
A week of Open Days of this important Dorset church.
Allendale House Guided Tours
Join us on a guided tour of this landmark building in Wimborne Minster. Learn about the family that built it with their local connections and what we know has happened in the 200 years since.
Allendale House Open Day
Come join us at the home of Dorset Architectural Heritage Week! Allendale House our wonderful Grade II listed building, is open for the day.
Blandford Fashion Museum
Historic fashions in historic surroundings!
Blandford Forum Cemetery Chapel
A beautiful chapel in the heart of Blandford.
Blandford Forum Guided Geology Walk
A guided walk of Dorset's Georgian Gem taking in the actual stones that make up the of architecture of the town.
Blandford Forum Guided Heritage Walk
A guided walk of Dorset's Georgian Gem taking in notable features of architecture and local history.
Blandford Forum Masonic Hall
Behind the modest door is a wealth of history.
Bridport Quaker Meeting House
Experience the heritage of the Meeting House then enjoy the delights of the garden too.
Bridport Town Hall
The Town Hall is in the very centre of the town. Daytime entrance to the Town Hall is normally via the lift in the TIC. You can ask the TIC to open the main door for stair access. Disabled access, toilets.
Coach & Horses - Uncovering a Pub's History
A talk which reveals the history of one of Wimborne's best known pubs.
Deans Court Guided Tour
A rare opportunity to see inside this stunning Manor House.
Dorset Shelters and Homes Talk
A talk on the evolution of 'home' in Dorset - from temporary shelters to permanent homes.
From Coade to the Cobb: Belmont Open Days
Join us to explore Belmont on Saturday 13 - Sunday 14 September 2025, part of Heritage Open Days. This fine 18th-century maritime villa in Lyme Regis is listed Grade II* and once belonged to the remarkable businesswoman, Mrs Eleanor Coade.
Grove Prison Museum - "Portland Harbour Breakwater, Verne Citadel, Nothe Fort, High Angle Batteries - constructed by Murderers and Thieves"
The convict prison at PORTLAND was established in 1848 to Quarry stone for the Breakwaters creating Portland Harbour in Dorset for the Admiralty. Learn more about the fascinating history of the Prison at GROVE PRISON MUSEUM PORTLAND DORSET.
Hardy Monument
This is a 72ft monument to Vice-Admiral Hardy, built in 1844 stands on an exposed location above the village of Portesham, near Dorchester. Climb to the 120 steps to the top of the monument and enjoy breathtaking views across Dorset.
Hardy's House, Max Gate
Max Gate, home to Dorset's famous author and poet, Thomas Hardy, was designed by the writer himself and built by the Hardy family building firm in 1885. Join a guided tour with one of our volunteer guides and discover the stories of Hardy's home.
Inside Out Dorset arts festival comes to Corfe Castle
Corfe Castle opens its doors for the Inside Out Dorset arts festival (free entry). Discover the sound installation Idiofona by Joan Català, and Consequences - a monumental new giant as part of the Nature Calling arts project.
Kingston Lacy
We are celebrating Heritage Open Days by offering free entry to Kingston Lacy on 18 - 20 September. Discover Kingston Lacy, an opulent family home built to resemble a Venetian Palace.
Lodge Farm - 7000 years of History
Discover the history of the oldest house on the Kingston Lacey Estate.