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Visit the Grade II* Listed Gustaf Adolf Church in Liverpool. Designed and built by the world famous architect William Douglas Caroe in 1883. The building was constructed under an Indenture granted by the Aldermen and Citizens of Liverpool in 1883.

Come to see the 'Cast Iron' Church.

This Heritage Open Day, we’re celebrating our Mansion House home with a day of live music, house tours, Shared Reading taster sessions, performances from local community choirs, crafts and good food.

Join Bluecoat's Director of Cultural Legacies, Bryan Biggs, for an illustrated talk responding to this year's Heritage Open Days theme of architecture.

Join Bryan Biggs, our Director of Cultural Legacies, for a tour of our Grade I listed building.

Visit this beautiful church which is 179 years old and explore its distinctive architecture. Witness the diverse multicultural communities which are part of its past and present history.

The Parish Church of St. Agnes and St. Pancras was built in the 19th Century to the designs of celebrated architect Pearson and is described by Pevsner as "the noblest Victorian church in Liverpool".

The Athenaeum, a Private Members club, founded in 1797, has been in Church Alley since 1928 is usually only available to members. HoDs provide the public with an opportunity to see and enjoy the ambience of this unique space and its famous Library.

We are opening St. Andrew's Church, Tower Hill, to bring out some of our photos, memories and treasures of the 50 years that St. Andrew's have been here. Please bring any photos or stories that you may have!

A talk by Paul Fitzgerald on the music and art of Sefton Park in Liverpool.

"Highly original with many touches of roguery" Come and discover why Sir Nicolas Pevsner said this about our building.

Meet some of the Bluecoat’s creative community and find out about their practices as part of Heritage Open Days Festival.

Urban sketching and Plein Air Painting

Strawberry Field, where young John Lennon often played, is now home to a visitor centre with exhibition & garden tour. Step beyond the iconic red gates and explore the history of the site with free tours led by the specialist Strawberry Field team.

In Toxteth , at the Mother Church for South Liverpool's Catholics, you can see " One of the finest altar pieces in the United Kingdom "- "The Crucifixion " by Niciase de Keyser of Antwerp c 1834.

Explore LJMU Special Collections & Archives at this rare Saturday open day! We'll be showcasing archive material from our sixty-two exciting collections in this hands-on drop-in workshop.

Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a tour of Liverpool Naval Memorial

Join one of our free heritage tours for the Heritage Open Days 2025 Festival and learn more about Central library and the historic building it occupies on September 13th and September 20th.

Come and visit the church which is more than 185 years old, features vintage wedding dress display, World War I remembrance plaque and baby Willis organ (listed).

Georges Dock Building will open its doors for the weekend to let visitors see behind its Art Deco exterior. Tours of the building are available on the day on a first come first served basis. There will be a small display of artefacts and photographs.

To celebrate this year's Heritage Open days Theme of Architecture, the Merseyside Transport Trust will be running Classic Buses from our collection giving people the opportunity to travel on buses from Yesteryear on a variety of routes in Liverpool,

Discover Liverpool’s Hidden History with a Free Guided Heritage Trail Tour at Liverpool ONE as part of Heritage Open Days.

Take a peek inside our intaglio studio, meet our Print Manager Ivy and try various printmaking techniques.

The Original Parish Church of Liverpool, St Mary's Walton, open Saturday 10am-4pm, Sunday 1pm-4pm,the Tower will be open weather permitting, documents from the archives will be on display, guided tours available

A Priest ministering in Childwall is recorded in the Domesday Book of l086. All Saints is a Grade One listed building. Although the oldest part of the building is 14th century, Saxon stones can be found in the Church Porch.

A wonderful opportunity to visit the Great Hall in the Grade I listed St George's Hall. Located in the heart of Liverpool City Centre, St George's Hall is one of the greatest examples of neo-classical architecture in the world.

A unique opportunity to visit a place of continuous Christian worship - 'The Cathedral of the Fields', which recently celebrated its 855th anniversary. Guides available, family research, child-friendly activities and a cafe will be provided.

Come and see the beautiful church of St Marys Grassendale. We will give a guided tour and tell you of links to Queen Victoria, Jack The Ripper, war heroes, wealthy merchants of Liverpool and the finest example of a laminated timber roof in Britain.

Croxteth Hall & Country Park is a unique historical estate surrounding a magnificent stately home and Victorian Walled Garden bursting with history and heritage.

Step inside Turner, a hidden Victorian gem by Alfred Waterhouse, architect of the Natural History Museum. Discover our chapel, former morgue, and exhibition. Where 140+ years of care, history, and community still thriving today.

This tour offers a unique opportunity to delve into the shared history of Liverpool and its Polish community, celebrating over two centuries of heritage and resilience. We uncovered new stories about Polish community! New stops added!

At the 85th anniversary of the Battle of Britain, we honour the Polish and Czechoslovak pilots whose bravery helped secure Britain’s skies.

The multimedia presentation offers fascinating stories of individuals, well known Liverpool landmarks and their surprising links with the Polish Community as well as the life of the community itself, celebrating over two centuries of heritage.

Experience the wartime heritage of RAF Speke — the city’s historic airfield that played a vital role in defending Britain during WWII.

Join a 60-minute guided tour of Liverpool’s India Buildings during Heritage Open Days. Discover its rich history, stunning architecture, and US-inspired construction. Explore rarely seen areas and admire unique exterior details. Booking essential.

Visitors are welcome to view & photograph all parts of the church except behind the Altar. Our Priests are also very welcoming & are happy to answer any questions you may have.

An octagonal sandstone lock up built over 200 years ago to house drunks and misbehaving locals, erected on the only common land found in Liverpool today i.e. Wavertree Green. At one time housed 2 families during Irish Famine.

Deep below Liverpool's streets are the historic Subterranean tunnels & chambers, built by Georgian philanthropist and merchant Joseph Williamson; come for a guided tour, find out about the unique history of this corner of Edge Hill, Liverpool.

St Georges Everton is the worlds first cast iron church. Built over 200 years ago, we are a grade 1 listed building and will be open for the public to come and explore our unique architecture and learn a little about the history.

A self-guided audio trail exploring Liverpool’s hidden LGBTQ+ history, created by the hosts of the Queer at Last podcast.

Veolia are opening their doors at the Gillmoss Materials Recovery Facility. Come and find out about the journey of your waste and recycling and get an update to help you Recycle Right. Our free tours last about 1.5 hours and booking is required.

The Abdullah Quilliam Society (AQS) is pleased to announce another heritage tour of Britains First Mosque. Everyone welcome.

Visit Bodley's greatest masterpiece, a vision of heaven, right here in urban Liverpool. See his conception of the Gothic Revival develop from mediaeval austerity to the gorgeous vibrancy of his later designs, with the sights and sounds of worship.

Bridewell Studios and Gallery is in an early 20th-century police station. Visitors can see evidence of the building's previous use including original tiles, concrete staircases, prison cells and explore the building via tours on the day.

To celebrate Heritage Week, The Municipal Hotel & Spa will host Heritage Tours, offering a unique glimpse into the Municipal Building's rich history as the former home of the Liverpool City Council.

For adults, a display of local War casualties, both military and civilian. Members of the Royal British Legion will be present to engage with the visitors. For children, a 1/24th scale model of a Spitfire to paint as a Memorial.

Free 30-minute drop-in visits to The Old Dock underneath Liverpool ONE as part of Open Heritage Days, in collaboration with National Museums Liverpool and Liverpool ONE. Visitors will have the opportunity to explore The Old Dock and ask questions.

Although this inner city dockland church is almost as the architect Edward Welby Pugin left it in 1857 , it is in no sense a museum !The dynamic commitment of its team of clergy and volunteers have developed its diverse local focus.

Dr Alex Buchanan booked to do a Heritage talk on Thomas Rickman. " Heritage talk 3.00 Saturday 13th and 20th." Tickets will be available on Eventbrite.

188 year old church with crypt, graveyard and refurbished hall.