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Each September thousands of volunteers across the country invite you to experience local history, architecture and culture. All for free.
This year's festival will run 13-22 September. What will you discover?!
Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,000 organisations, 5,000 events and 40,000 volunteers. Every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE.