South West

Properties and events in South West

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A global mission of Faith and Freedom: Bishop Samuel Ajayi Crowther and Sir Thomas Dyke Acland, 10th baronet

National Trust, Killerton House, Broadclyst, Exeter, Devon, EX5 3LE
In person
Pre-booking not required

A small exhibition to share what we know of the personal, social and spiritual concerns that connected the first Black Anglican Bishop, Samuel Ajayi Crowther (c. 1809 – 31 December 1891) and Sir Thomas Dyke Acland, 10th Baronet (1787-1871).

A Tapestry of Buildings

Bampton Heritage & Visitor Centre, Station Road, Bampton, Devon, EX16 9NG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Bampton’s Architecture, Buildings and Church: a journey through Bampton's built environment, past and present.

Abbey House Glastonbury open day

Abbey House, Chilkwell Street, Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8DH
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Abbey House - part of the Glastonbury Abbey estate - opens its doors and welcomes you into the often overlooked post-Dissolution history of the abbey site and its inhabitants.

Albert Mill, Dapps Hill Keynsham

Albert Mill, Dapps Hill, Albert Mill, Keynsham, Somerset, BS31 1UL
In person
Pre-booking not required

Albert Mill, now a private residence, dates from 1700. Explore its history with a timeline, original pieces of machinery and a special photographic display. There will be people on hand to answer questions, a quiz for children and refreshments.

All at sea! Story telling - Our Maritime Heritage

Vicarage Road, East Budleigh, Budleigh Salterton, Devon, EX9 7EF
In person
Pre-booking not required

All at sea - what maritime stories! Hear how Sir Walter Raleigh as a boy watched the trading ships arrive in bustling Budleigh Haven, learn how Vice Admiral Preedy aboard the Agamemnon laid the first transatlantic cable, and the nature reserve today.

All Good in the Wood Open Days

All Good in the wood, Moat Farm, Malswick, Newent, Gloucestershire, GL18 1HF
In person
Pre-booking required

Come along to Moat Farm at Malswick, near Newent, where wood has been King as a building material since mediaeval times. See what a difference the use of wood can become in your plans for the future. Meet the team and enjoy vegan refreshments.

All Saints Church grade 2* listed building

All Saints Road, Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, BS23 2NL
In person
Pre-booking not required

All Saints in Weston-super-Mare is the product of a nation’s re-awakened interest in pre-Reformation church architecture and sacramental devotion.

All Saints Church, Eggesford, Mid Devon & Local History Exhibition

All Saints Church, Eggesford, Chulmleigh, Devon, EX18 7QU
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit All Saints Church, Eggesford and its fine monuments, historic estate church of the Earls of Portsmouth, beautifully situated overlooking the river Taw below Eggesford House, with cream teas and a specially curated local history exhibition.

All Saints Church, Wyke Regis

All Saints Church, Portland Road, Wyke Regis, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 9ES
In person
Pre-booking not required

A week of Open Days of this important Dorset church.

Allendale House Guided Tours

East Dorset Heritage Trust, Allendale House, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS
In person
Pre-booking required

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

East Dorset Heritage Trust, Allendale House, Hanham Road, Wimborne Minster, Dorset, BH21 1AS
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come join us at the home of Dorset Architectural Heritage Week! Allendale House our wonderful Grade II listed building, is open for the day.

American Museum & Gardens

Claverton Manor, Claverton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Free garden entry for all at the American Museum & Gardens. The perfect time to experience our late summer gardens with family and friends.

Antony House

Antony House, Ferry Lane, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2QA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Free entry to Antony House National Trust for Heritage Open Days.

Antony House - Vintage Book Fair

Antony House, Antony Estate, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2QA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Browse our vintage book selection and pick up a classic at a bargain price.

Antony House: VE-Day 80 walking talk

Antony House, Ferry Lane, Torpoint, Cornwall, PL11 2QA
In person
Book on day

A walking talk and tour highlighting the role of Antony and Torpoint during the Second World War, and exploring how VE Day was celebrated in Cornwall.

Arlington Court

Arlington Court, Arlington, Barnstaple, Devon, EX31 4LP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join us for a weekend of free entry to Arlington Court as part of the Heritage Open Days.

Arnos Vale Cemetery

West Lodge, Bath Road, Arnos Vale, Bristol, Bristol, BS4 3EW
In person
Pre-booking not required

Arnos Vale Cemetery in Bristol is a historic Victorian garden cemetery opened in 1839, renowned for its striking architecture, tranquil woodland setting, and rich cultural heritage.

Ashton Gatehouse, gateway to Ashton Court Estate

Blackmoors Lane, Bristol, Bristol, BS3 2JJ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Uncover the Ashton Gatehouse. One gateway, two worlds.

Athenaeum Centre Talk & Tour

18-20 High Street, Warminster, Wiltshire, BA12 9AE
In person
Pre-booking required

A historic tour around the Grade II listed building, showing the various parts of the building in their current use as a showcase of today's Athenaeum.

Avebury

National Trust Avebury, Avebury, Marlborough, Wiltshire, SN8 1RF
In person
Pre-booking not required

Enjoy free entry to Avebury Manor Garden and the Alexander Keiller Museum on Fri 12 and Sat 13 September. See the annual sculpture exhibition in the colourful Avebury Manor Garden, and learn more about the site's history in the museum or on a tour.