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A small exhibition to share the connection between the first African Anglican Bishop, Samuel Ajayi Crowther (c. 1809 – 31 December 1891), Sir Thomas Dyke Acland, 10th Baronet (1787-1871) and the chapel at Killerton.

Come and explore the beautiful gardens and house at Anglesey Abbey. See riots of colour in the dahlia border and dive into the world of 20th-century men’s fashion and bespoke tailoring in a new menswear exhibition in the house.

The collections of Norwich Printing Museum will be on display at Blickling Hall, while Student Residents will create new printed artworks, and visitors can print a special Keepsake, around the theme of Architecture.

Enjoy free entry to Avebury Manor Garden and the Alexander Keiller Museum on Fri 12 and Sat 13 September. See the annual sculpture exhibition in the colourful Avebury Manor Garden, and learn more about the site's history in the museum or on a tour.

Discover Bateman's, the home of the internationally famous writer Rudyard Kipling.

During Heritage Open Days, take a fascinating peek behind the usually closed doors in Stourhead House and see what takes place behind the scenes.

Explore the evolving gardens full of late colour and watch the harvest grow in the walled garden. Discover the story of the estate in the historic rooms on the ground floor and see the latest art exhibition in the first floor galleries.

When you visit Buckland Abbey, you follow over 700 years of footsteps; from the Cistercians who built the Abbey and farmed the estate, to seafarers Grenville and Drake who changed the shape of the house and the fate of the country.

Step back in time to discover how Victorian engineering harnessed the power of water in this historic mill.

Sitting within a sub-tropical coastal garden, Coleton Fishacre's Arts and Crafts house with Art Deco interior transports visitors back to the Jazz Age. Explore the architecture and history of this hidden gem as it celebrates its centenary year.

Columbjohn Chapel and Gatehouse Arch: intriguing remains of an ornate C17th arch, isolated Chapel and the site of a lost Tudor mansion. Exeter University's excavation of the site features in Digging for Britain, available on BBC iplayer.

Charterhouse is a medieval monastic house connected by acres of green space to Coventry’s bustling urban community.

As part of Heritage Open Days we are opening our doors for free for one day only.

Devon History Society explore the public service of Eleanor and Frances Acland in the 1920s.

Land on Inner Farne and experience the magic of the Farne Islands. An exhilarating boat ride to another world, spotting seals and maybe dolphins, and an hour on this very special island to explore the rich cultural heritage of this place.

An escape into nature on the edge of Newcastle offering scenic walking paths, historic ruins, wildlife spotting opportunities, and family-friendly activities. Visit free and enjoy special talks, tours and activities for Heritage Open Days.

Step into a garden full of stories during England’s biggest celebration of history and culture.

Godolphin will be offering free entry for the duration of the Heritage Open Days Festival, from 12-21 September. Come and see our pop-up exhibition telling the story of Peter Schofield, Mike Dodd and the Cider House Pottery.

Tucked away on the banks of the River Dart, explore Greenway, the holiday home of the famous and much-loved author Agatha Christie.

Visit Hinton Ampner, a historic house with distinctive gardens and a beautiful estate near Alresford, Hampshire.

Explore Hughenden: Country home of the Victorian statesman Benjamin Disraeli. Discover our art exhibition in partnership with Buckinghamshire's Visual Images Group.

Enjoy free entry and a selection of special activities both indoors and outdoors at Ickworth Estate 12th - 21st September. From unique pop up talks, costumed interpretation to behind the scenes videos, there is plenty to experience.

Join one of our tours as part of a selection of special activities both indoors and outdoors at Ickworth Estate 12th - 21st September.

Enjoy Killerton's glorious landscaped garden, extensive parkland, fine 18th-century house and unique fashion collection.

Experience Helios, a new sculpture of the sun by artist Luke Jerram, at National Trust Clandon Park. There is very limited capacity in this special space, so pre-booking is essential.

Claydon House, set in peaceful parkland, bears testament to the tenacity and resilience of the Verney family. A simple Georgian exterior hides lavish interiors containing every 18th-century style imaginable; Palladian, Chinoiserie & Gothick fantasy.

The birthplace cottage of Sir Edward Elgar, this small family home is set in the midst of a delightful cottage garden. A modern visitor centre contains two Elgar exhibitions, Little Al's café and toilets.

As part of Heritage Open Days 2025, National Trust Sheffield Park and Garden is offering free entry to non-National Trust members. Date available Friday 12th September 2025.

Discover the remains of the new Sedgewick gunpowder works. Explore the history of the site, stories of its workers and impacts on the surrounding area. You will see the strongest parts of the sites architecture that have stood the test of time.

Discover the architectural history of Nostell, and the people that helped create it, including Robert Adam, James Paine, and Thomas Chippendale. Join the Language of Buildings tours, or pick up the family Architecture Detectives trail.

Discover 500 years of history at Nunnington Hall across three free entry days. With a range of talks, tours and have-a-go activities, you can get a glimpse behind the curtain at how the National Trust continues to care for historic homes and gardens.

Home to the Pennyman family, Ormesby Hall, garden and parkland is a green oasis in the heart of urban Middlesbrough. As part of Heritage Open Days 2025, you can visit Ormesby Hall for free on the below dates.

18th-century landscape garden in Bath with one of only four Palladian bridges in the world. Designed by poet Alexander Pope with advice from ‘Capability’ Brown, enjoy sweeping views down to Bath, early autumn colour and glorious reflections in the lakes.

Join a guided tour of Rosedene, a mid 19th-century Chartist cottage in Worcestershire. We're excited to be opening up the cottage to visitors a special opening as part of Heritage Open Days.

Seaton Delaval Hall may have been one of architect Sir John Vanbrugh’s smallest country houses; but it was home to the larger than life Delaval family. Discover more and visit the Hall for free as part of Heritage Open Days.

A place of worship for a Victorian middle-class couple, and the place where a friendship began that proved so important to the Lake District we see today. St Margaret's Church is normally closed to visitors; here's your chance to see the interior.

Explore Standen's house and garden and join one of our expert volunteer guides for a walk and talk around the Kitchen Garden.

Nestling in the forest, The Banqueting House stands in a grassy clearing looking down towards an octagonal pool and the Derwent Valley, in the highest part of Gibside Park, near the Column of British Liberty and Gibside chapel.

Tintinhull Garden is a place of floral beauty, tranquillity and innovation - a gardener's garden paradise.

Enjoy the opportunity to visit Rothley Lakehouse and find out about its history on a short tour and talk.

Charlecote Park, a family home for more than 900 years, was transformed in the 1800s into one of the finest examples of Elizabethan Revival style by its owners Mary Elizabeth and George Hammond Lucy. Welcome to Charlecote Park!

Discover the changing, and occasionally not so changing, face of Westerham on a guided stroll around the town. With the help of historic photographs, hear how the town has been shaped by those who lived and worked here.

A small exhibition to share the connection between the first African Anglican Bishop, Samuel Ajayi Crowther (c. 1809 – 31 December 1891), Sir Thomas Dyke Acland, 10th Baronet (1787-1871) and the chapel at Killerton.

A costume & textiles installation inspired by the Court Mantua dress & the gardens and architecture of Berrington Hall. An eclectic fusion of items, garment construction & experimental textiles intertwine to create a vision that inspires & intrigues.

Come and explore the beautiful gardens and house at Anglesey Abbey. See riots of colour in the dahlia border and dive into the world of 20th-century men’s fashion and bespoke tailoring in a new menswear exhibition in the house.

The collections of Norwich Printing Museum will be on display at Blickling Hall, while Student Residents will create new printed artworks, and visitors can print a special Keepsake, around the theme of Architecture.

Enjoy free entry to Avebury Manor Garden and the Alexander Keiller Museum on Fri 12 and Sat 13 September. See the annual sculpture exhibition in the colourful Avebury Manor Garden, and learn more about the site's history in the museum or on a tour.

Discover Bateman's, the home of the internationally famous writer Rudyard Kipling.

During Heritage Open Days, take a fascinating peek behind the usually closed doors in Stourhead House and see what takes place behind the scenes.

Belton’s Community Festival is back! Taking place during our Heritage Open Weekend come and explore the best of the local community for free. With live music all day, the best of local crafts and producers on offer and a host of activities for all.