Many offer unique opportunities to go behind usually closed doors, or are giving the chance to enjoy rarely seen exhibitions or archives. While others are hosting specialist talks or tours to mark the annual festival of the nation’s past.
Here, the Chronicle & Echo has put together 36 Heritage Open Days events that you can enjoy, for free, during September.
To find out more information on other open days across the county and country, visit https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/
25. Discover the stories of Saintsmen laid to rest at Dallington Cemetery - Walking Tour
Dallington Cemetery, Harlestone Road, Dallington, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN5 6AB. Join us for a walking tour of Dallington Cemetery led by Club Historian, Graham McKechnie, and discover the stories past players of Northampton Saints Rugby Football Club that have been laid to rest here. Saturday 20 September: Start time: 10:30 - midday. Pre-booking required, please email [email protected] Photo: Heritage Open Days
26. Northampton Saints Lions Exhibition
cinch Stadium at Franklin's Gardens, Weedon Road, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN5 5BG. Northampton Saints Lions Exhibition – Honouring the 30 Saintsmen Who Have Represented the British and Irish Lions. Tuesday 16 September: 10:00 - 15:00, Thursday 18 September: 10:00 - 15:00, Friday 19 September: 10:00 - 15:00, Saturday 20 September: 10:00 - 15:00. Pre-booking not required Photo: Heritage Open Days
27. Discover the origins of Northampton Saints Rugby Football Club - Walking Tour
The Parish Church of St James, St James Road, Northampton Saints Foundation, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN55LE. Join us for a walking tour of St James with Club Historian, Graham McKechnie, discovering the origins of Northampton Saints Rugby Football Club and stories of the young men that played. Friday 19 September: Start: 10:30am - Midday. Pre-booking preferred, please book via email at [email protected] or call Clare on 07933185364 Photo: Heritage Open Days
28. St. John the Baptist Church, Kingsthorpe, Northamptonshire
St. John the Baptist Church, The Green, Kingsthorpe, Northampton, Northamptonshire, NN2 6QD. An interesting old church which has been at the centre of village life for over 900 years. This year, as well as details of the church's history, there will be a "Chained Library" collection and some architect drawings from the Victorian restoration. Friday 12 September: 10am - 4pm, Saturday 13 September: 10am - 4pm. Pre-booking is not essential. Photo: Heritage Open Days