Residents are being invited to explore the area’s hidden places and try out new experiences during this year’s Heritage Open Days, taking place between 8th and 17th September.
Saltford Brass Mill | Photo courtesy of B&NES Council
Local venues will open their doors for a nationwide celebration of history and culture.
Councillor Paul Roper, Cabinet Member for Economic & Cultural Sustainable Development, said: “Heritage Open Days are a brilliant opportunity to explore the history and heritage on our doorstep, and see inside fascinating places that are normally closed to the public.
“There will be open days, guided tours and activities happening all across Bath & North East Somerset, with something for all ages and interests.”
Among the places opening up for Heritage Open Days this year are:
- Local History Store Lansdown – Explore weird and wonderful objects, from Victorian spa equipment to Georgian furniture
- Victoria Art Gallery – Go behind the scenes on a tour of the Gallery stores
- Bath Record Office – Discover how Bath’s Guildhall was designed and built, and take a tour of the basement stores
- Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre – Explore the new Learning Centre with its underground Investigation Zone
- Cleveland Pools – Swim in the newly restored Cleveland Pools, Britain’s oldest lido
- Somerset and Dorset Railway – Visit the station, buffet, shop and museum and enjoy a train ride
- Keynsham Makespace – Hear fascinating stories from Keynsham’s past and see exquisite artefacts from the medieval abbey, on show in Keynsham for the first time
- Saltford Brassmill – Explore the story of the brass industry, from smelting to export, and discover equipment that sparked the Industrial Revolution.
To find out about all the local venues taking part, visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk or download the Heritage Open Days in Bath & North East Somerset leaflet.
Advance booking is required for some venues – check details on the website or in the leaflet to avoid disappointment.
