Somerset
Properties and events in Somerset
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
Abbey House Glastonbury open day
Another chance to see inside this unique historic property and learn about the people who lived and worked here.
Bridgwater Arts Centre Tours
Join one of just five exclusive tours of this stunning Grade I listed Georgian building and uncover the fascinating story behind England’s very first Arts Centre. Discover hidden spaces, rich history, and the legacy that shaped a cultural landmark.
Bridgwater History and District Civic Society talk - "Bridgwater 1024 to 1927: Class Conflict in a Somerset Town"
Join Dave Chapple of the Bridgwater History & District Civic Society for a fascinating talk exploring “Bridgwater 1024–1927: Class Conflict in a Somerset Town.” Discover centuries of tension and resilience as the town’s story unfolds.
Carhampton Church Tower
Climb the spiral staircase up the church tower to see where ringing takes place, the bells and the extensive views from the top.
City of Wells Almshouses
Open on 19th September only. Medieval almshouses with stunning gardens, a newly renovated working chapel and the original Guild Hall of the city. live music between 1400 and 1500.
Dawe's Twineworks
Dawe's Twineworks, West Coker, is the only surviving Victorian Twineworks in the UK - and it works. We celebrate all our local history, notably the sailcloth and twine industries based on flax
Downside Abbey Church and Monastery Gardens - Free Guided Tours and Exhibition
We are offering free guided tours of i) the Abbey Church ii) the monastery gardens. Our exhibition 'Everyday Lives' will be open and free to view in the Abbey Church.
Grays Almshouse
As part of the National Heritage Open Days, Taunton Heritage Trust will be opening Grays Almshouse and Chapel on Thursday 17th September.
Guided walk-around by Bridgwater History and District Civic Society
Join this engaging guided walk through the town’s streets, bringing to life its 19th-century social and industrial story. From bustling docks to brick and tile works, discover the people, industries, and places that shaped Bridgwater.
Hinton Watermill
The last remaining watermill on the river Yeo in Somerset, built in 1800 by William Smith Geologist and Canal builder, unique in having 450 m of tunnels supplying the water. Originally built with a water wheel but now has a Victorian turbine 1893.
History Corner
Local genealogist shows results of Local Families research, dating mostly from 17th and 18th century
Long Sutton Quaker Meeting House
The Long Sutton Meeting House is a significant historical site in the village of Long Sutton, Somerset and one of the oldest purpose-built Quaker Meeting Houses in the UK. It has been in continuous use for Quaker worship since its completion.
Moated site at Hinton
Along side the Hinton Mill open days we will be giving tours of the the Ancient Monument in the field next to the mill. Site was abandoned in the 16th C and slowly demolished for its stone and tiles, It was a stop off house for the Earls of Devon.
Nettlecombe Court Open Day
Nettlecombe Court will be opening its doors to the public. Come and explore our historic manor house and grounds, and learn how people lived and worked here throughout the centuries.
Saint John the Evangelist Parish Church
St John the Evangelist Parish Church on Park Street in Taunton will be open over the weekend for visiting and browsing our second hand books.
St James Church Taunton
Come and see us! Our Church Tower will be open to visit the ringing chamber and tower top. Displays of church and local history - Stories of our building, and the Every day people from our past and present. There's even a virtual tower tour too.
St Mary's Church Tower Tours
Join a guided tour of St Mary’s Church Tower and enjoy spectacular views across Bridgwater from this iconic landmark.
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon opening
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Priory is one of the most important collections of medieval buildings in England. It is a well preserved example of a secular (non-monastic) college. Much of its medieval layout and structure is still intact.
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Priory opening & talk by National Trust Archaeologist
Stoke-Sub-Hamdon Priory is one of the most important collections of medieval buildings in England. It is a well preserved example of a secular (non-monastic) college. Much of its medieval layout and structure is still intact.
Studio B. Letterpress printing demonstration and workshop tour
Studio B is a letterpress printing workshop established in 2004 by Carl Middleton. Making contemporary prints using the historic process of hand setting metal and wood type.