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Inspired by 'Made by Many Hands' - an exhibition exploring Heritage crafts. Join us for a day featuring a variety of heritage crafts.

Join committee members of the Cemetery Friends on a 90 minute tour. You will hear stories that link the Victorian history of Leeds to the people who are buried there and see the hundreds of Guinea Graves

There has been a school on this site since 1547. From 1608 until 1922 it was an independent boys' Grammar School. From 1922 to 1974, it became part of the Huddersfield Education Authority. It is now a flourishing Comprehensive with over 1,000 students.

From Union to 1895 Northern Union breakaway to Rugby League, explore 143yr history and see how Hunslet's teams were built. See Minutes Book

This beautiful Pearson Grade 2* Listed building will be open for visitors to explore and discover the church and its history. There will be talks and displays on the Everyday Histories theme with histories of local people and how they are remembered.

This small museum, in a former Weaver's Cottage, comprises: downstairs the family living-quarters of a hand-loom weaver c1900; and upstairs a working handloom along with fascinating displays and artefacts linked to our textile heritage.

Have you ever walked by the church on Boothtown Road and wondered what was inside, but not had the opportunity (or felt brave enough) to step inside our 119-year-old building? Now is the opportunity to satisfy your curiosity!

An in-person guided walk around the Manningham area of Bradford, its people and buildings.

Saturday 12th September : 11.00 -15.00 :Visit Rawdon Quaker Meeting House , built in 1697 , it is a grade 2 listed building in continuous use as a place of worship. Look around, talk to members. Refreshments available.

Discover some of the the globally important innovations that Holbeck gave to the world.

Explore Shepley Over the Years at St Paul’s Church and Hall. Discover Shepley and the war, village buildings, trades and local people, a self-guided graveyard trail, and the Huddersfield & District Family History Society.

Join Keith Robinson in a short walk to see how Lockwood changed in the 19th century from a rural spa to a major centre of the textile industry. The walk ends with the launch of Keith’s book 'The Millworkers of Lockwood: Two Centuries of Struggle'.

Guides available , giving tours and information about the church (1000-1300hrs). A visit to the bell ringing chamber (1000-1200hrs), the bell chamber is not accessible. The cafe will be open during the morning for refreshments.

A Georgian gem, Grade II* listed Georgian Church Building, open to visit. Curious to explore the Crypt or Tower? Or watch a short film of the church architectural features? Archive material display. Refreshments.

Experience Hearth and Holme: Explore the history of the Graveship of Holme with its 7 townships. Historic and contemporary photographs.

Guided tours of Ted Hughes's birthplace and childhood home, Number 1 Aspinall Street, Mytholmroyd, including art exhibition. Sunday 20th September, 10:00 until 15:00.

The Old Castle was a Fifteenth Century house of high status. By Victorian times it was divided up into five tenanted cottages. This is an exhibition and guided tour exploring what life was like here. The current Manor House is Grade I Listed.

Join David Sellers for a talk about William Gascoigne, a pioneer of modern precision astronomy who lived in Middleton at around the time of the Royal Charter whose 400 year anniversary we celebrate this year.

Have you ever wondered what life was like in a back-to-back house in 1900? Or how life in a back-to-back house has changed over the years? This podcast reveals the lives and memories of residents and former residents in their own words.

In 1916 there was a huge explosion at the Low Moor Munitions Factory which manufactured picric acid and 40 people, including 6 firemen were killed. The site is now under landfill. The walk visits places affected.

Historic Masonic Hall and gardens opened for public viewing

Join us for a unique guided tour of Tolson Museum that explores what objects can reveal about women’s lives.

Celebrate Heritage Open Days with a free guided tour of Bagshaw Museum.

There will be a chance to see old registers and local memorabilia in the wonderful setting of St Peter's Church, Hartshead. This is a Bronte Church, where Rev'd Patrick served as curate in charge. There are links with the Luddites too and Robin Hood.

A warm Yorkshire welcome awaits. Take a tour around St Edmund's Church and see the interesting and unusual architecture of this local church and learn about its heritage treasures. Refreshments, stalls and children's activities all available.

2026 Festival 19th September - Ordinary People - Local Memories from Tape digital selection. Year of the Book - Local Authors, Ukulele Band 1100 -1200 and Children's Quiz

As part of Heritage Open Days we are opening our lovely chapel on Sat Sept 12th. Visit to learn about the history of the Chapel and graveyard from records, digital presentations, historical paperwork, plans and our very own experts.

Discover the history of Sandal Castle on this tour around the castle grounds and ruins. Join our volunteers for a fascinating journey through 500 years of history.

Discover Batley’s past at Batley Cemetery during Heritage Open Days.

Step into the fascinating story of Huddersfield’s pubs on this town centre walking tour.

St George's Crypt is an ever evolving homeless charity, offering food, shelter, rehabilitation, saving lives of vulnerable people in Leeds. Since it opened in 1930 the doors have never closed, with support 365 days a year.

Join us to view artefacts and documents from the Mount Zion collection, find out about characters from the Chapel's history and Calderdale's past. Listen to local historian David Glover tell stories of local women's lives and achievements.

Come to Heritage Quay Huddersfield University to view the new Brass Bands England exhibition, 'Diverse Voices' - an exhibition highlighting items from the Brass Bands Archive and enhanced with stories and memories from 'Banders' themselves. 11am-3pm

Climb the 69 steps of the 83-foot Lindley Clocktower

Factory and social life at Crompton Parkinson's captured on film, and shown at Guiseley Factory Workers Club!

Visitors are able to interact with historical artefacts from Greenwoods, Dewsbury’s oldest shop, which has been trading continually since 1860. Come and experience the history in its original setting including meeting Bolenium Bill.

Crow Nest Park is home to many well-established trees. With the 'Barrowman' in residence, we offer guided walks, explorations of how trees interact with our lives.

Step inside City Varieties Music Hall to uncover the rich history of one of the city’s most iconic cultural landmarks. Guided by our expert team, this is your chance to explore the UK's oldest surviving music hall.

Take a guided tour of this Grade II* listed Victorian masterpiece in the historic heart of Leeds. From antique Potts clocks to grinning stone guard dogs, explore the secrets behind the scenes of one of the city's most amazing public buildings.

Faithful Then-Faithful Now Step Back in Time at Brighouse Central Methodist Church Tours throughout the day or just wander (find out about the history of the building and the people that make up Central) Free family friendly activities

To celebrate Heritage Open Days, we are bringing back a beloved family classic for it's 40th anniversary, welcoming both old and new fans to enjoy on the big screen for FREE!

Join Richard Tyler (who edits the HeadingleyLeeds.com website) for a journey through space and time, exploring the longest and oldest ginnel in Headingley.

From street murals, stain glass, sculptures and our wonderful Library Art collection there is much more art in Castleford than you may first think.

The Halifax Playhouse is a Grade II listed building owned by the Halifax Thespians, It was bought and rejuvenated from the original 1836 Methodist Chapel into a thriving member owned theatre, first opening its doors in 1949.

Take a look around this Grade I listed chapel built in 1649, a rare example of a church built specifically for Puritan worship.

Heritage Day is our annual invitation to visitors to pause, look around and discover the stories that shaped our communities both here in Fulneck and across the world. Hear stories of people who continue to shape our world wide Moravian communities

A unique opportunity to have a look around Mirfield Masonic Lodge, formed in 1866 and steeped in history. You will be able to have a look around, and see the temple, the past master's room, with the roll of honour of all the past Masters!

Recently renovated Waterloo House has become a beautiful Kadampa Meditation Centre. On 20 September we are offering free meditation sessions and historic building tours. Also enjoy the World Peace Cafe and bookshop - everyone Welcome.

Join us on our popular tours of the Pontefract Castle dungeon – free for Heritage Open Days!

Learn more about the dispensary, and the 14th century hermitage it’s built on top of. See virtual reality bring these spaces to life.