Heritage open days
18 August 2008
South Gloucestershire’s most well known historical buildings and landmarks will be opening their doors to the public during Heritage Open Days.
The event runs from Thursday 11 September until Sunday 14 September and gives people the opportunity to visit the district’s special homes and sites for free.
Take a tour of the 17th Century mansion at Dyrham Park and see The Sealed Knot present a living history camp or take a rare opportunity to visit the collections of the Rolls-Royce Heritage trust based at the original factory buildings in Patchway.
Cllr Brian Allinson, heritage champion for South Gloucestershire Council, said: “Heritage Open Days is a national celebration of England’s rich architectural and cultural history which aims to stimulate public awareness by allowing free access to hundreds of properties which would normally be closed to the public, or where an entrance fee is charged.
Other events lined up include a guided walk around Thornbury Castle gardens and a tour of local geology and colliery sites.
The event is now in its 12th year and is coordinated by South Gloucestershire Council’s museums and heritage service, with support from the participating properties and members of the South Gloucestershire Heritage Forum.
Visitors will need to book places for some of the tours and visits and further details of the range of activities available and contact details are listed in a free leaflet which is available from libraries and main council offices.
For more information contact South Gloucestershire Council on 01454 863592.
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