Yorkshire & the Humber
Properties and events in Yorkshire & the Humber
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
'Creative Business Women of Darfield'
A delve into three well known women in Darfield who had a big impact on the local area.
'Ello, Ello, Ello, What's All this Then?' 170 Years of Otley Police Force
Otley Police Force at work and play since 1855. Get your 'mug shot' and finger prints taken, join the 1950's 'Beat' Walk, listen to fascinating local police stories. Police officers and vehicle attending . Otley Museum display of local tradespeople.
'Women walk into history': Retracing the 1984 Sheffield Women's History Group walk
'Women walk into history': A walk around the centre of Sheffield that retraces a local women's history walk first held on 15 July 1984 , organised by the Sheffield Women's History Group .
"Rags to Riches" in Ravensthorpe at St. Saviour's Church.
A History of working life in Ravensthorpe.
"Sand House" - A Song Writing Workshop
You will have the opportunity in this workshop, working with experienced songwriters, to be part of creating a brand-new song that helps preserve the memory of the Sand House, Doncaster’s unique, former Victorian marvel.
200 Years of St. Austin's Church, Wakefield
A chance to attend a fascinating display and illustrated talk on the history of St. Austin's church, Wakefield. This year we will focus on the processions and parades which have taken place in and around the church over its 200 year history .
A Chance to Climb the Tower of Spite - Wainhouse Tower
Wainhouse Tower is a 253 foot tall Victorian observatory-chimney located in Halifax, West Yorkshire, offering panoramic views of the local area. Loved by residents, the circumstances of its construction lead some to refer to it as the Tower of Spite.
A talk about “Two Great Victorians” who left their footprints on Scarborough.
The lives of George Lord Beeforth and Oliver Francois Xavier Sarony, entrepreneur's of their time.
A tragic accident at the Chemist's in Bridlington
A talk by local historian Chris Gatenby at the Old Chemist's shop on Bridlington High Street. Come and see the wonderfully preserved Chemist's Shop and hear about the fatality of a member of staff who worked here.
A walk round Attercliffe
The Lower Don Valley was the powerhouse of Sheffield's heavy steel industry and Attercliffe was where its workers lived. Though many buildings have disappeared what remains is a fascinating insight into the life of a once-thriving community.
Abbey House Museum Memories: The 2026 Alastair Laurence Lecture
Join us as Abbey House nears 100 years as a museum to celebrate people's everyday memories of this unique space, from the building and its displays to the people who worked & visited here. A talk with a chance to contribute your own memories for 2027
Adel Quaker Meeting House and burial ground
Quaker Meeting House, garden and burial ground which date from the 19th century. The house will feature an exhibition about its history, the early history of Quakerism and the day-to-day life of some members of the local Quaker community.
Adel St John's Conservation Area Walk
Join local historians Wendy Grisedale, Andy McGeorge and Val Crompton for a guided walk around the Adel Conservation Area.
Aireborough Historical Society - Exploring daily working life through the ages, was your ancestor a slubber Doffer?
Join us as we delve into the working lives of Aireborough's people from days gone by, such as the corsetiere fitter, the Slubber Doffers who toiled in Guiseley and Yeadon and many more. Where did they live & what was working life like?
Aldborough Roman Open Day
Aldborough Roman Town site and museum, Roman Garden & Archaeological Dig. This event is linked to the 14th century St Andrew's Church Open Day
All Saint's Church, Holme on Spalding Moor
This medieval church will be open for visitors to look round. From the car park you can see magnificent views of the Vale of York (including York Minster on a clear day). Refreshments available.
All Saint's Church, Holme on Spalding Moor
This medieval church will be open for visitors to look round. From the car park you can see magnificent views of the Vale of York (including York Minster on a clear day). Refreshments available.
All Saints Church, Burton in Lonsdale: Historical Artefacts, Historic Lych Gate and the Bell Tower
The historical books, letters and other items uncovered during the tidying of the church in 2018 will be on view for visitors. The Bell Tower, and the Lych Gate, normally closed, will be opened for visitors. Light refreshments will be available.
All Saints Church, Weston
Discover the ancient church of All Saints, a Grade I listed building. Of special interest are the triple decker pulpit and Squire's Parlour, the family pew of the Dawson family, descendants of the Vavasours lords of the manor of Weston.
All Saints Ecclesall: Remarkable Sheffield Stories
All Saints Church will be running a series of open days, talks and tours as part of Heritage Open Day. Find out more about it's fascinating connection to the history of Sheffield, it's farming and industrial past and its connection to the community.