Derbyshire
Properties and events in Derbyshire
Before heading out for your Heritage Open Days visit, please check entries for last-minute changes.
Railway Pioneers, Workers and Incidents
A downloadable map and guide on a selection of railway connections to burials in Spital Cemetery.
St Leonard's Parish Church, Scarcliffe
Medieval village church circa 1100 , housing a nationally important 13th century effigy, together with it's fascinating legend.
Eckington: Walking our Connections
A guided walk from our Past Lines exhibition at Eckington Library out onto land once crossed by the Penny engine line, Setcup tramway and the Chesterfield canal. Visit the site of the Eckington station and enter Renishaw Hall gardens for a tour.
Elder Yard Unitarian Chapel
An unspoilt 17th Century Chapel (the oldest in Derbyshire), featuring original pews, altar and organ. Exceptional stained glass windows, a historical collection of Pearson's Pottery and various artifacts not normally available to see.
Eckington connections: past lines
This lively guided exhibition shows how this ancient Derbyshire market town became a superbly well-connected industrial centre as its mining and metal working industries thrived in the 18th and 19th centuries only to decline in the 20th.
Shardlow Inland Port Festival
A weekend of History, Heritage and Entertainment for the whole family.
Eckington Church: Bells and History
Eckington Parish Church is one of the region's most ancient churches and a centre for bell-ringing. Explore both with guided church tours, morning visits to the bellringing chamber and a special handbell ringing performance in the afternoon.
St John the Baptist's Church, Ault Hucknall
Grade I listed church with many interesting features.
Peak Rail Rowsley South site tours
Tour of parts of our Rowsley South site which are not normally open to the public including the archives cabin and engine shed
Victoria Hall - Glossop
This Iconic Grade II listed building will showcase our plans for the future. Victoria Hall - Glossop, built in 1886/7 was originally used as a reading room, later becoming a public library now a creative community hub .
The Treemendous Trees of Spital Cemetery
A chance to identify the many native and non-native trees that were either already in the Cemetery when it was opened or were brought in and planted - maybe from within these shores but also, maybe from further afield. A map is available to assist.
Magpie Mine
An opportunity to learn more about this historic Derbyshire lead mine
Kedleston Hall
Kedleston Hall is an extravagant temple to the arts designed by the architect Robert Adam. Commissioned in the 1750s by Nathaniel Curzon whose ancestors had resided at Kedleston since the 12th century.
Crich Railways Walk
This guided walk takes you from near the start of the course of the Butterley Gangroad, one of the earliest railways in the country, along parts of the route, to the quarry that is now home to Crich Tramway Village.
W W Winter Ltd
An opportunity to explore our remarkable photographic business est. 1852 and still operational today. Look 'behind the scenes' & explore the routes, networks and connections of Winter’s three owning families.
Findmypast Live at Calke Abbey: Exploring family connections
Explore your family tree at the historic Calke Abbey. With expert help, you'll discover untold Calke Abbey stories and maybe even a new family connection. Packed with surprises, this unmissable line-up is perfect for anyone passionate about the past.
Torr Vale Mill
Torr Vale Mill is hosting an open weekend as part of Heritage Open Days in September. The event showcases the rich history and heritage of the mill, allowing visitors to explore unseen areas and learn about it's significance in the local community.
The history of Tideswell village
The history of Tideswell village, ancient industries, wealth, and community.
Hartshorne Upper Hall
Hall and kitchen range of substantial early 17th-century timber-framed manor house. Well-preserved, with decorative framing, two-storey porch, ovens and cellars. (Parlour wing in separate occupation and not open.) Still lived in as a private house.
Discover the history of our Church and the people associated with it
Discover the history & secrets of this beautiful Grade 1 listed medieval church, 'meet' local celebrities from the past incl. Thomas Linacre, Henry VIII's Royal Physician. With activities & refreshments in the Schoolroom , there's something for all.
Kegworth Heritage Centre
Kegworth Heritage Centre reopened Easter 2024 for the first time since 2018. As part of the Heritage Open Days events, we look forward to welcoming visitors on Sat 14th and Sun 15th Sept from 2pm until 5pm.
St Wilfrid's Church, Barrow upon Trent
Curiosities in a small church.
St Peter's Church, Hartshorne
An opportunity to climb the spiral staircase to the top of the church tower to see the bells and clock room. Churchyard trail and quizzes to learn more about the history of the church and churchyard.
Sacheverell-Bateman Mausoleum
In addition to visiting the Mausoleum and hearing about its history the adjacent Grade I Listed, St Matthew's Church will also be open to visitors. It is noted for its medieval stained glass windows, encaustic floor tiles and memorial brasses.
Ecton Copper Mines (Underground Visit)
A rare chance to visit the working of the Deep Ecton Copper Mine in the Staffordshire Moorlands. You will be led underground to see the 18th century mine workings and learn about what was once the biggest, richest and deepest copper mines in the UK.