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Explore this beautiful Grade 2* listed church and discover the everyday histories of people commemorated in the building and churchyard. Enjoy floral displays to celebrate those who have lived, worked and contributed to the life of the town

Discover the story of Queenie Frankpit and the other laundresses as you explore the working week in Killerton's historic laundry.

St Andrew's Wallace Green is one of only 8 Church of Scotland Churches in England. Now 167 years old, here's your chance to explore a lovely light and airy building with beautiful stained glass windows.

Discover remarkable stories at Great War Huts in Beyond the Uniform – Ten Lives in Peace and War.

Visit Fred Staddons Forge and the Bude Canal and Lockgates. Learn about Bude Port and Canal and the changing times that the Forge endured during Freds time working there from 1910-1960s.

St Paul’s Church was opened in 1839. Designed by Tattersall and built to serve the mill town community of Stalybridge. Beautiful stained glass windows by outstanding artists of the Victorian era. Grade II listed. Family history advice available.

Join us on our Open Day for free advice on researching your family history. Our Researchers can help you find your ancestors or break down a brick wall. Advice available on how to use DNA to aid in your research. Everyone welcome!

The everyday lives of farming people in 17th Century Ripple Parish, brought to life in words and pictures, food and drink, costumes and homes of the period, illustrated by St Mary's rare monastic misericords and the 1643 Battle of Ripple Field.

Come and visit the Family Research Centre in the old dairy building, now the home of Berkshire Family History Society and see a display of everyday lives in Berkshire.

A Grade II listed building, the hall is surrounded by a green gated 'square', the only one between Newcastle and Edinburgh. Originally built c 1830, it is now used by numerous groups . See a display about Berwick Scouts through the years.

Access the public rooms of a traditional 19th century small urban pub, last refitted c 1910. It is a Grade II listed building and is one of CAMRA's 'Historic pub interiors of national importance'. It retains a good Edwardian pub frontage.

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.

Tracking our heritage to our Roots takes us on a journey to discover more about the railway folk who lived, loved and travelled our line from 1846.

Visit this Court where local Magistrates have reviewed cases for well over 100 years. Talk to some local magistrates about how the court works and see a small exhibition on Crime and Punishment in Berwick.

Exhibitions, presentations, tours and an opportunity to meet researchers to find out about those buried in Horton Cemetery and the history of Epsom's five asylums. Visit both the area around the Cemetery and the former Horton Chapel, now The Horton.

Immerse yourself in the rich history of Mannakin Hall, once the dining quarters for American soldiers during World War II. Today, it stands as a testament to art and history, housing over 15,000 mannequins that have graced TV sets and music videos.

There really is something for all to enjoy on a visit to this cargo-carrying wherry. Watch demonstrations of loading cargo and ropework. See Maud's Timeline of photos. Watch videos and learn more in the Pop-Up Museum. Take a unique family photo.

Local history exhibition showing Worle through the years and its people.

Discover the remarkable lives of Mrs and Miss Daniell founders of the Soldiers’ Home in Aldershot.

Enjoy a guided tour of this historic Grade II listed building, built as a private residence for the Jerningham's but now a school. Find out about its history and how it has adapted to different uses over the years.

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

The original St Andrew's Churchyard. A peaceful place where there was once a lovely old Church built from Kentish Ragstone. Here visitors will find the grave of Dorothy Dickens, the resting place of Murder Victims and War Graves from WW1 and WW2.

Come and join us at Hall's Croft for a special talk about its use as a school during the nineteenth century, including the eccentric educators and intriguing events during this period.

Join local Archivist, Linda Bankier as she leads you on this short online walk to discover the stories of the families that lived and worked in the cottages and smokehouses of the Greenses. See buildings not featured in the in-person walk.

What was once called Rotten Row was transformed into the present Ravensdowne in the 18th century. Many of the houses in this street running from the Barracks were populated by Berwick's wealthier citizens and built in the Georgian period.

Discover the stories, people and traditions that have shaped Cotesbach through the centuries. Explore heritage displays, family history activities, guided walks and traditional crafts.

Step inside Pippbrook House, Dorking’s Grade II* Victorian mansion by Sir George Gilbert Scott. Explore ornate interiors and discover the lives of past residents through a new exhibition.

Join archivist Ian Gray to explore our archives and discover highlights from our collections.

Consecrated in 1768 St Peter's Church in St Peter's Square, is a traditional church & tranquil retreat from the busy town centre. Display of the church's history, guided tour & research into 3 local men who died in the Second World War.

Make the most of free entry to Oxburgh Estate on Friday 18 and Saturday 19 September. Explore Victorian Gothic interiors, curious collections, peaceful woodland walks and colourful gardens.

Join us at Ballast Hills Burial Ground for "Beneath This Ground," a moving performance of poetry and fiddle music inspired by the lives of the 40,000 people buried here, bringing their stories to life in this atmospheric historic setting.

Sir John Theophilus Lee, one time Magistrate, Owner of The Elms Bedhampton and Head of Personnel at the Admiralty, was a most peculiar man. Why not come and find out about this interesting, perplexing character.

Story telling sessions with Olivia Armstrong

An opportunity to explore your ancestry and useful hints on ways to find out more.

The ordinary is often extraordinary, and Diss Museum will be celebrating the remarkable lives of everyday workers from Diss and district. The weekend event shines a light on the town’s rich industrial heritage, with a focus on brush and lace making.

A unique opportunity to visit a place of continuous Christian worship - 'The Cathedral of the Fields', which recently celebrated its 856th anniversary. Guides available, family research, child-friendly activities and a cafe will be provided.

Self-Guided Tours: See the rare surviving ruins of Hemyock's moated medieval castle: Remains of gatehouse archway, towers, curtain-walls and moat which surround the older manor house. Grounds, Interpretation Centre, Cider-Press, Farmyard displays.

Join local Archivist, Linda Bankier as she leads you on this walk to discover the stories of the families that lived and worked in the cottages and smokehouses of the Greenses - a unique area of Berwick outside the Tudor Walls.

Join Ken Doughty to learn about the rich history of brush making, both a local industry to Diss and a staple market across the country for centuries. Discover the Tramp Route of brush makers across England and the lives and craft of these workers.

The Atkins Family: A Local Legacy in Industry This exhibition presents the Atkins family tree, stretching across the gallery wall to chart more than a century of leadership, industry management, and civic responsibility. 9 September to 18 September

We shall walk down Oakholme Road and find out about some of its inhabitants - Mayors, Masters Cutler, steel manufacturers, education and a new Bishop!

How an ordinary Sheffield family became grand - and ordinary again!

Join the team of Earls Colne Heritage Museum for a Pop-up Display and Free Walking Tour 'Industrial Housing for Hunt's Atlas Workers' led by John Stedman. Starting at the Quaker Meeting House built in 1733.

Archaeological Open Day - excavations and finds. Discover the rich histories of local people.

The Low Moor Comical Company presents - Low Moor 1916 A presentation in words, images, music and song commemorating the people involved in, and the events surrounding, the Low Moor munitions works explosion on 21st August 1916.

The Swing Riots of 1830 took this area completely by surprise. Come and explore what happened and how it all ended in a special travelling exhibition at Havant Library

Edith Smith, born in Oxton, was Britain’s first female police constable with powers of arrest. Serving in Birkenhead during WWI, she supported women and challenged social norms, leaving a lasting legacy in policing and local heritage.

The growth of mining in West Rainton brought an influx of workers from different parts of the country. A history of two families, their lives and their impact on the community.

A walking tour with Danny Friar exploring the themes of slavery and empire and their impact on Leeds and everyday people. This city centre walk will reveal hidden histories, forgotten people and secret stories from Leeds's past.

On the 12th and 13th of September, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look through The Watercress Line’s Engineering Hub at Ropley Station and discover what’s involved in renovating and maintaining a steam locomotive.