Southampton
Properties and events in Southampton
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
94 High Street Vault with Live Music
An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.
Behind the Scenes at the Archives & Special Collections
What’s behind the locked doors? A glimpse behind the scenes... The tour will include the strongrooms and conservation studios. There will also be a pop-up exhibition of archival and rare book material reflecting Jane Austen's world.
Bitterne Local History Society
Discover more about your local area with a visit to the Bitterne Local History Society.
Canute’s Palace & Medieval Wine Vaults
Explore the medieval sites that survived the Southampton Blitz at the bottom of the High Street.
Castle Vault with live music
An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.
GHT & Music In The City
GHT is opening its doors to join Southampton’s free city-wide music festival; Music in the City! Enjoy live music performances and discover Southampton's rich history at God's House Tower.
God's House Tower
Discover Southampton’s rich history at God’s House Tower. Enjoy free entry to the Stories Behind the Stones exhibition, explore the gallery, and follow fun family trails around the building. A perfect day out in the heart of the Old Town.
Guided Walks at St. Denys Church
Enjoy guided walks at a beautiful Victorian church while learning interesting insights into St. Denys Parish Church. Our guided walks will uncover the hidden history of our lovely Grade II Listed Victorian church, designed by George Gilbert Scott.
Herbert Collins and his Southampton Houses
An ideal opportunity to look at Herbert Collins's (1885-1975) architectural legacy in and around Southampton.
Medieval Merchants House
Tucked away near Southampton’s busy city centre is the Medieval Merchant’s House, one of the oldest surviving merchant’s houses in England.
Music in The City – Lankester’s Vault
An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.
Music in The City – Weigh House & Vault
An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.
Quilter’s Vault with live music
An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.
Southampton Quaker Burial Ground
Visit the Southampton Quaker Burial Ground originally opened in 1662.
Southampton Quaker Meeting House
Visit the Victorian Quaker Meeting House (1884) to view and discuss its history and design
St Michael’s Church with live music
Southampton’s annual multi venue musical festival MUSIC IN THE CITY this year takes places as part of HERITAGE OPEN DAYS. We have over 100 live performances taking place in heritage sites in the old town of Southampton on the weekend uniting heritage with performance.
St Michael’s Vault with Live Music
An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.
Steamship Shieldhall - The Architecture of Steam!
Shieldhall will be open on Heritage Open Day Sunday 14th September for pre-booked visits between 10am – 3pm at 110 Berth in the Western Docks, with an opportunity to tour the ship from Bridge to Boiler Room! Free parking. Refreshments available.
The Bargate
On 12 to 14 and 19 to 21 September we will be opening the Bargate – the very well-known and much loved gateway into the medieval town of Southampton.
The Undercroft with live music
An inclusive celebration of music of all genres amidst the vibrant cultural heritage of Southampton. Culminating in an annual multi-venue music festival on 13/14th September. We exist for the musicians and the people of Southampton.