Shropshire
Properties and events in Shropshire
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
"Everyday histories display" examples of Whitchurch women in business
A chance for members of the public, normally busy in the week, to visit the museum and view research into Whitchurch women running their own businesses during the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
A Tour of Shrewsburys historic Inns within the loop
Shrewsbury’s historic town loop, formed by the River Severn, contains one of the richest collections of medieval and early modern inns in England. These inns were vital stopping points for travellers, drovers, merchants, and later tourists.
Benthall Hall
A beautiful Tudor family home where the Benthall family have had a seat for over 1,000 years. Situated within a stunning plantsman's garden showcasing beatiful crocus, hellebores, orchids, cherry trees and a sensuous rose garden.
Everyday Heroes - Working in the wool trade in 16th Century
A brief talk at Shrewsbury Drapers Hall will describe the the impact on local people working in the wool trade in Shrewsbury in the sixteenth century. A short walk will follow the talk to the key locations mentioned in the talk.
Everyday History in Shrewsbury's Middle Ages
Join historian Russell Game for an illuminating presentation exploring the everyday lives of ordinary people in medieval Shrewsbury and the surrounding areas. For tickets : https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/1990228055690?aff=oddtdtcreator
Explore our sites - Newport Cemetery Chapel
Explore the Newport Cemetery Chapel as part of Heritage Open Days on Saturday 12 September. Free entry – all welcome.
Explore our sites - St Nicholas Church including the tower
Explore St Nicholas Church (and the tower) in Newport as part of Heritage Open Days on Saturday 12 September. Free entry – all welcome.
Explore our sites - The Black Shed
Explore the historic Black Shed in Newport as part of Heritage Open Days on Saturday 12 September. Free entry – all welcome.
Explore our sites - The Guildhall
Explore the historic Guildhall in Newport as part of Heritage Open Days on Saturday 12 September. Free entry – all welcome.
Masonic Hall & Stained Glass Windows
A chance to see the interior of a mid-nineteenth century chapel and explore its current use as a Masonic hall.
Old Rectory Ice House
View a restored icehouse that was built over 350 years ago for the Rector of Whitchurch.
One Parish - Holy Trinity Hadley
Holy Trinity will be open on Saturday 12th September. We have toilet facilities; tea/coffee/ cake/ biscuits available.. The church will be ‘manned’ at all times throughout the open day.
One Parish- Wellington Christ Church
The church will be open on Saturday 12th September. We have toilet facilities; tea/coffee/ cake/ biscuits available. The church will be ‘manned’ at all times throughout the open day.
Oswestry Guided Town Tour
Guided Town Tour of Oswestry by one of our enthusiastic and knowledgeable guides.
St George, Protector of England Catholic Church
Access to a small Gothic building constructed as a chapel and schoolroom in 1878. Also a display identifying the leading local figures involved in the setting up of the Church.
St John's Methodist Church & Stained Glass Windows
Full access to a Victorian Gothic Revival Methodist Church
The Tower of Holy Trinity Much Wenlock
The ancient tower of Holy Trinity Much Wenlock hides the beautiful 12th Century West Front Arcading.
Tour of Wenlock Abbey and Alistair McGowan with a selection of Noel Coward poems and songs
Join Alistair McGowan at Wenlock Abbey for a special Heritage Open Days event. Enjoy a guided abbey tour followed by an intimate performance in the Great Hall. Free entry, booking essential, limited to 40 places. 2:30pm start.