Every September, 5,000 events are hosted across the country to celebrate the fantastic history and culture that can be found right here in the UK. It is your chance to see hidden places and try new experiences all for free! This year, there are two opportunities to get involved with Heritage Open Days as there are two consecutive weekends where you can explore!

Kick off your adventures on 6th – 9th September and then go on a few more over the weekend of the 13th to 16th September.

Many of the events this year will be themed around history’s Extraordinary Women to mark the centenary of women’s suffrage in the UK.

Don’t miss out on the events taking place around the UK, click here to find out more about Heritage Open Days and be sure to take a look around our website to find other things going on nearby to really make it a weekend to remember.

https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/visiting

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Heritage Open Days: Dr John Haygarth - the man who saved the world
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Heritage Open Days: Dr John Haygarth - the man who saved the world

As part of Heritage Open Days this talk will journey through the early life of Dr. Haygarth, his distinguished and scholarly work whilst in post at Chester Infirmary, through to his later philanthropic years and finally the legacy he left behind for the benefit of all humankind.

Heritage Open Days
Participatory Event
Heritage Open Days, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Devon

Heritage Open Days is England's largest community led festival of history and culture, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations. Every year in September it brings people together to celebrate their heritage, community and history. Stories are told, traditions explored, and histories brought to life. It’s your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – and it’s all FREE.