South West
Properties and events in South West
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
Signal Box and Community Garden, Warmley. Open to the public with demonstration
This Grade II-listed Midland Railway Signal Box will be open for visitors to view its recently restored upper level, fully equipped with original levers and, some of the instruments that would have been employed.
A guided Walk through Keynsham
Join local walking group Walkers are Welcome and hear about Keynsham.
A la Ronde
Characterful 16-sided house and grounds with views of the Exe estuary, built in 1796 by cousins Jane & Mary Parminter. Filled with curious mementoes of their Grand Tour travels, and handcrafted decorations from shell, feather and paper.
A Talk: Keynsham 1945-2020 75 Years
Come and hear about Keynsham history during 1945 to 2020.
A tour of Grade 1 Listed Mothecombe House with its collection of furniture, china and paintings
Grade 1 listed Queen Anne House with additions by Lutyens in 1925
A visit to Alney Island, Gloucester
A walk and talk around Alney Island Nature Reserve, Gloucester
Abbey House Glastonbury open day
Another chance to see inside this unique historic property and learn about the people who lived and worked here.
Albert Mill
Albert Mill is an historic Logwood Mill on the River Chew. it has a mill room with original machinery and a water wheel. Another water wheel and the original sluice gates are in the gardens.
American Museum & Gardens
Free garden entry for all at the American Museum & Gardens. The perfect time to experience our late summer gardens with family and friends.
Arlington Court
Join us for free entry to Arlington Court as part of the Heritage Open Days and take part in one of free outdoor history walk and talks or cellar tours (which are not usually open to the public).
Ashton Gatehouse, gateway to Ashton Court Estate
Uncover the Ashton Gatehouse. One gateway, two worlds.
Athenaeum Centre Talk & Tour
This walking talk explains the history of this part of town and Wiltshire’s Oldest Working Theatre.
AudaTours Exeter Audio Tour: Everyday Histories
A self-guided audio tour of Exeter, exploring the cathedral craftspeople, ship workers, watermen and traders of the city.
AudaTours Gloucester Audio Tour: No More Twist
A self-guided audio tour of Gloucester, exploring the tailors, pin-makers, dockers and cathedral keepers of Gloucester.
Avebury as Home
Visitors can experience Avebury Manor's new offer 'Avebury as Home' for free on Friday 18th and Saturday 19th September. The Manor Gardens, Alexander Keiller Museum, and Avebury stone circle tours will also be free over the two days.
Badminton House
Badminton House, in Gloucestershire, offers a rare opportunity for visitors to see some important fine art and furniture in its original setting.
Bath Jewish Burial Ground
Visit this beautiful cemetery, resting place of Bath's Jewish community in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Experience its peaceful atmosphere, and learn about the lives of the people buried here who came to this country from so many places.
Bath on Film - Short Films about or made in Bath
A selection of short documentary films made about Bath in the 20th century.
Beaminster Museum
Trace the 170-million-year history of a small market town and its nearby villages. Discover the working lives of past generations – from farm workers and flax dressers to shopkeepers and seamstresses – whose skills and labour shaped the community.
Bearland House
A visit inside Bearland House