Opendays

Heritage Open Days celebrates England’s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission.  Every year in September, buildings of every age, style and function throw open their doors, ranging from castles to factories, town halls to tithe barns, parish churches to Buddhist temples.  It is a once a year chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring to life local history and culture.

Free of charge and literally on people’s doorstep, Heritage Open Days is an event for everyone, whatever their background, age and ability.  Co-ordinated nationally by the Civic Trust in partnership with English Heritage and The Liverpool Culture Company, the event thrives on the enthusiasm and expertise of local people.  Thousands of volunteers from all walks of life share their knowledge and memories with some 800,000 visitors every year, making Heritage Open Days England’s largest voluntary cultural event.

Heritage Open Days was established in 1994 as England's contribution to European Heritage Days, in which 48 countries now participate.

This years Open Days will take place from Thursday 11^th – Sunday 14^th September.

If you would like to find out more about Heritage Open Days, or would like to take part, please call 0151 691 8091.

For a complete list of venues and events:

www.heritageopendays.org