High Peak

Properties and events in High Peak

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Cowper Memorial Congregational Church

36 Market Place, 36 Market Place, Dereham, Norfolk, NR19 2AP
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Cowper Memorial Congregational Church, located between Boots and the Coop Supermarket, is locally known by Dereham residents as "The Church in the Marketplace." it commands prominence in the centre of the town.

St Mary the Virgin, Astley Church

1 Post Office Row, Castle Drive, Astley, Nuneaton, Warwickshire, CV10 7QS
In person
Pre-booking not required

Astley Church is a fascinating medieval gem and a Grade I listed building. It holds many historic treasures, including post-reformation wall paintings, medieval misericords and alabaster figures of The Grey family (Lady Jane Grey).

Tewkesbury, Toll Routes, Two Rivers Connecting History

64 Barton Street, Tewkesbury, Gloucestershire, GL20 5PX
In person
Pre-booking not required

Tewkesbury is a historic hub of trade on two rivers Avon and Severn. Ancient Toll routes meet here, creating communication and community. Our museum now has a new roof, access to new displays and artefacts telling the stories of Tewkesbury.

Elder Yard Unitarian Chapel

Elder Way, Chesterfield, Derbyshire, S40 1UR
In person
Pre-booking not required

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.

Remarkable Journeys

St Chad's Church, Greengate St, Stafford, Staffordshire, ST16 2HP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Take tours of the church, self guided or led by one of the volunteer guides. Watch video presentation. Discover the journeys associated with St Chad's. Craft activities and quizzes.

Horsepower The King's Royal Hussars Museum

Horsepower, The Museum of the King's Royal Hussars, Peninsula Barracks, Romsey Road, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 8TP
In person
Pre-booking not required

Free museum entry from 6th-15th September! Come down from 6th-15th September to explore the history of Horsepower at Hampshire's only museum of Cavalry.

Kent Museum of Freemasonry, Canterbury

Kent Museum of Freemasonry, St Peter's Place, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2DA
In person
Pre-booking required

Since 1933, Canterbury's Museum of Freemasonry has housed an amazing collection of Masonic and non-Masonic artefacts, and over 8,000 books on freemasonry, local history, heraldry and archaeology.

Farfield Mill

Farfield Mill Ltd, Garsdale Road, Sedbergh, Cumbria, LA10 5LW
Online & In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit Farfield Mill a Victorian Woollen Mill, discover the history of wool weaving in Sedbergh. See heritage displays throughout the Mill and access our new digital guide.

The Foord Almshouses

The Office, Foord Almshouses, Priestfields, Rochester, Kent, ME1 3AF
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join us on a guided tour or visit our exhibition during Heritage Open Days to discover the fascinating stories of the Foord Almshouses.

A Day in Paradise

3, 7, 9 Paradise, Ramsgate, Kent, CT11 9TX
In person
Pre-booking not required

Within the Ramsgate Historic Quarter is the town's oldest street Paradise which was home to retired sea captains in the early 18th century. Some of the houses will be open to the public accompanied by sea shanties and characters in costume.

Barton Maritime Centre for Excellence at Barton Boat Yard

Barton Boat Yard, Waterside Road, Barton-upon-Humber, Lincolnshire, DN18 5EY
In person
Pre-booking required

Once Brown and Clapson's shipyard in the mid-19th century, the shipyard adjacent to Barton Haven is now dedicated to rebuilding and restoring vintage yachts.

Victoria Hall - Glossop

Victoria Hall, Talbot Street, Glossop, Derbyshire, SK13 7DG
In person
Pre-booking preferred

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 .

Old Magnesia Well Pump Room

Old Magnesia Well Pump Room, Valley Gardens, Royal Parade, Harrogate, North Yorkshire, HG1 2SZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

The Old Magnesia Well Pump Room is a listed building designed by architect John Stead in 1858, to serve magnesia water to Harrogate Spa visitors. Inside is a working recreation of the pump and an exhibition of the history of the gardens

Historic guided ghost tour of Barton with SB Players

Baysgarth Park, Caistor Road, Barton Upon Humber, Lincolnshire, DN18 6AH
In person
Pre-booking required

Journey back in time to explore Barton Upon Humber in years gone by.

ROBERTTOWN COMMUNITY CENTRE

Church Road, Liversedge, West Yorkshire, WF15 7LS
In person
Pre-booking not required

Roberttown Community Centre Church Lane, Roberttown, WF15 7LS Past Present & Future open day 7th September 2024 11 - 2pm Free Entry - Drinks and snacks available.

Leeds Cathedral Guided Tours

Leeds Cathedral, Cookridge Street, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS2 8BE
In person
Pre-booking not required

Leeds Cathedral (The Cathedral Church of St Anne) is a Grade II* Listed Building, completed in 1904. It is one of 22 Catholic cathedrals in England & Wales, and widely recognised as an outstanding example, of Art & Crafts architecture and design.

St Marys Church Prittlewell

St. Mary's Church, East Street, Southend on Sea, Essex, SS2 6LQ
In person
Pre-booking not required

For more than a thousand years there has been a church on the site of Saint Mary’s, Prittlewell. The church and tower will be open - climb the tower and see amazing views - otherwise enjoy the beauty of our church from the ground floor!

Norwood Park

Norwood Hall, Halam Road, Southwell, Nottinghamshire, NG25 0PF
In person
Pre-booking required

The Gardens of Norwood will be open for to explore all aspects of the Estate from the Woodland Walk to the Apple Orchards. From kids crafts and activities to talks from our very own Sir John and Head Gardener Alex. Norwood is the perfect day out!

Winchester MG Owners Club classic and sportscar display

The Castle, Castle Avenue, Winchester, Hampshire, SO238UJ
In person
Pre-booking not required

A display of classic and sports cars in front of the Great Hall in Winchester

Gatton Park

Gatton Park, Royal Alexandra and Albert School, Rocky Lane, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 0TW
In person
Pre-booking required

Enjoy a guided tour of Gatton Park's 'Capability' Brown-designed landscape and Edwardian gardens, including the Japanese Garden which is celebrating 25 years since its restoration.

Invitation to Explore the Brunner Guildhall:

Brunner Guild Hall, High Street, Winsford, Cheshire, CW7 2AU
In person
Pre-booking not required

Rare chance to see inside the Brunner Guildhall, a cherished Grade II listed building, generously donated to Winsford Town Council in 1897 by Sir John Brunner. Delve into its rich history and uncover hidden treasures at our exclusive open day event.

Next stop Morecambe

29 Royalty Mall, Arndale Centre, Morecambe, Lancashire, LA4 5DH
In person
Book on day

Morecambe’s Railway Heritage

160th Anniversary --Treasured Time.

St. Saviour's Church, Church Street, Ravensthorpe, Dewsbury, West Yorkshire, WF13 3JR
In person
Pre-booking not required

See the display of photographs showing the history of St. Saviour's Church. The memorial Chapel & beautiful stained glass windows. Join us on Sunday & sing your favourite hymns.

Hockley Water Mill

3 Hockley Mill, Church Lane, Twyford, Winchester, Hampshire, SO21 1NT
In person
Pre-booking not required

Hockley Watermill, Church Lane, Twyford, Hampshire, SO21 1NT Open 11 to 4 Sunday 8 September Guided tours by members of the Hampshire Mills Group of an unusual watermill which was originally part of Hockley Farm

Victory Garden Allotments

Victory Garden Allotments, Park Avenue, Rawdon, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS19 6ER
In person
Pre-booking not required

Allotment site open 8th September 1400 until 1700 for conducted tours and display material. Facilities available - seating, refreshments and toilet.

Culinary Connections at Willesden Jewish Cemetery

The Lodge, Willesden Jewish Cemetery, Beaconsfield Road, London, Greater London, NW10 2JE
In person
Pre-booking required

A celebration of culture, history and community, exploring culinary connections through a unique walk and fascinating talks.

Durham School Tour & Durham School Chapel

Durham School, Quarryheads Lane, Durham, County Durham, DH1 4SZ
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Sunday 8 Sept, Durham School will open its doors to the public. The Chapel will be open with volunteers answering questions and playing the organ. There will also be a tour of the school, exploring its 600-year history.

The MERL: Routes, Connections, Networks

6 Redlands Road, Reading, Berkshire, RG1 5EX
In person
Pre-booking required

Book into one of these special events for a unique chance to view pop-up displays of items from the University of Reading’s Special Collections and Art Collections, housed at The MERL site and not currently on public display. 

Wilmslow History Tour

Bank Square, Wilmslow, Cheshire, SK9 1AN
In person
Pre-booking required

Discover Wilmslow's Hidden History. From Lindow Man to Alan Turing .

Crich Railways Walk

Bull Bridge, Bullbridge, Ambergate, Belper, Derbyshire, DE56 2EW
In person
Pre-booking preferred

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.

Newton St Cyres Church & Tower Guided Tours, Devon

Newton St Cyres Church, Church Lane, Newton St Cyres, Exeter, Devon, EX5 5BH
In person
Pre-booking required

Our History Group will take you on guided tours of this Grade I Listed church, from the earliest history (12th century) and, for some, a climb up the 80 steps of the Bell Tower to the roof!

Roman Baths Local History Store - Lansdown

Located near Lansdown Park and Ride - BA1 9BJ, precise location and directions will be provided with your booking confirmation., Bath, Somerset, BA1 9BJ
In person
Pre-booking required

Explore weird and wonderful objects from Victorian spa equipment to Georgian furniture. Join a treat of a tour at 10am, 12 noon and 2pm. Booking essential - [email protected]

Free entry to Gilbert White's House & Gardens

High Street, Selborne, Alton, Hampshire, GU34 3JH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Explore Gilbert White's House & Gardens for free!

Bawdsey Radar Museum

Bawdsey, Woodbridge, Suffolk, IP12 3BA
In person
Pre-booking preferred

The first World War 2 operational RADAR station. Visit us to find out more.

Black & White Buildings of Gloucester

Gloucester Civic Trust, St Mary de Crypt, Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Walking tour

Royal Artillery Museum Stores at Wood Road Hangars

Hangar 455, Wood Road, Larkhill, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 8QH
In person
Pre-booking required

The oldest surviving aircraft hangars in Europe now house part of the Royal Artillery Museum's amazing collection. See behind the scenes in our stores, rare historic field guns and find out about the birthplace of British military aviation.

Portland House

24 Belle Vue Road, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8RZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Portland House, not normally open to the public, offers a rare opportunity to see inside a very special 1930s house. It has original 1930s features, is beautifully furnished and sits in stunning grounds with far reaching sea views.

Gloucester's Rich Heritage of Music and Poetry

Boots, Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1PU
In person
Pre-booking not required

Discover Gloucester’s Rich Heritage of Music and Poetry.

NEW 2024 Immersive Soundscape

Medieval Library, Gloucester Cathedral, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2LX
In person
Pre-booking required

Visit the Medieval Library at the Cathedral

That's Entertainment

St. Michael's Tower, The Cross, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1PA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Sites of former cinemas and theatres

Cragend Farm Historic Tour

Cragend, Cragend Farm, Rothbury, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE65 7XN
In person
Pre-booking required

Cragend Farm is an award winning unique site: From the Big Bang to the 21st century: enjoy a sensory historical tour, including artefacts and research and experience the unique work of businessman and innovative engineer Lord Armstrong of Cragside.

Church of St. Luke the Evangelist, Brislington: Open church and tower tours

Church Parade, Brislington, Bristol, Somerset, BS4 5AZ
In person
Pre-booking not required

Come and see our 15th century Grade II* listed church set in the centre of the Brislington Conservation Area. Visit our tower and see the bells in action.

Eastgate Chamber

Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1PU
In person
Pre-booking required

Discover the remains of Gloucester's Eastgate.

Torr Vale Mill

Torr Vale Mill, Torr Vale Road, New Mills, High Peak, Derbyshire, SK22 3HS
In person
Pre-booking not required

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.

Robert Raikes Guided Walk

St Mary de Crypt Church, Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Learn more about Robert Raikes.

Gloucester City Tour

St Mary de Crypt, Soutgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Guided walk around the city

The Siege of Gloucester 1643

St Mary de Crypt Church, Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Hear the story of the siege in 1643.

SULA Lightship

Llanthony Wharf, Gloucester Docks, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 5JQ
In person
Pre-booking required

Visit to a lightship

Westgate Street and Cathedral Quarter Heritage Walk

Gloucester Civic Trust, St. Michaels Tower, The Cross, Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1PD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Learn about Westgate Street and its history.

Guided tour of the Great Hall and grounds at Tyrwhitt Hall

Tyrwhitt Hall, Beck Hill, Barton-upon-Humber, Lincolnshire, DN18 5EY
In person
Pre-booking required

Historian Keith Miller guides this one hour tour of the Great Hall and grounds at Tyrwhitt Hall.

George Bass - an Australian Adventure

St. Denys Church Room, Market Place, Sleaford, Lincolnshire, NG34 8SE
In person
Pre-booking required

Come and see the exhibition in Aswarby Church honouring Bass by Australia.

Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall.

Nature in Art, Wallsworth Hall (Main A38), Twigworth, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9PG
In person
Pre-booking not required

Wallsworth Hall has a curiously obscure history.

Royal Gloucester

St Michael's Tower, The Cross, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1PD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Gloucester's Royal connections

The New Antiques Centre

26 Westgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2NG
In person
Pre-booking required

Believed to be Britain's finest example of a timber framed town house.

Architectural Heritage Walk of Barton Upon Humber

The Beck, Beck Hill, Barton Upon Humber, Lincolnshire, DN18 5EY
In person
Pre-booking required

From The Parthenon to Priestgate

Brockworth Court

Brockworth Court, Court Road, Brockworth, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL3 4QU
In person
Pre-booking required

Brockworth Court was initially the residence for the Priors of Llanthony Priory.

Woolverstone Hall

Woolverstone, Ipswich, Suffolk, IP9 1AZ
In person
Book on day

Built in 1776, and now home to the prestigious Ipswich High School, the magnificent Woolverstone Hall tells its story of being a family home, a World War II military base and a revolutionary boarding school for underprivileged boys in the 1950s

Dame Goodyvers Daye

Broadgate House, Broadgate, Coventry, West Midlands, CV1 1FS
In person
Pre-booking not required

Dame Goodyvers Day - A feast day dating back to 15th century. Where we will bring different communities together creatively to remember Coventry Godiva heritage of the past, linking with heroes from different cultures and faiths of Coventry today.

NEW 2024 Roberts Limbricks Architects

Carriage Building, Bruton Way, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1DG
In person
Pre-booking not required

A Carriage Building in the centre of Gloucester.

Explore the history and development of Baysgarth Park

Baysgarth Park, Caistor Road, Barton-upon-Humber, Lincolnshire, DN18 6AH
In person
Pre-booking required

A guided walk.

St Mary's Church, Horsell, Woking

St Mary the Virgin, Church Hill, Horsell, Woking, Surrey, GU21 4QQ
In person
Pre-booking required

We are open from 10:00 to 16:00 on Saturday 14th September. Refreshments will be served from 10:30 to 15:30 (we are famous for our cakes)! Craft activities for younger children will be available . A visitors guide will be available.

Jet Age Museum

Meteor Business Park, Cheltenham Road East, Staverton, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL2 9QL
In person
Pre-booking not required

See jet planes of the past

Steamship Shieldhall - visit a flagship of the National Historic Fleet!

Berth 110, Western Docks, Southampton, Hampshire, SO15 0HH
In person
Pre-booking required

Join the volunteers on Steamship Shieldhall, and visit the Engine and Boiler Rooms and Bridge on board a flagship of the National Historic Fleet! Located in the heart of Southampton's working docks, there's lots to see and do!

St James with St Thomas Church. Poolstock. Wigan. Greater Manchester.

St. James Centre, Church Street, Wigan, Greater Manchester, WN3 5DZ
In person
Book on day

Climb the tower steps and enjoy a Bell ringing experience. See the experts at work and maybe have a go yourself. Visit our beautiful church and enjoy a free tour. Faith cafe open on a pay as you feel basis.

Holy Innocents' Church, Adisham

Holy Innocents' Church, Pond Hill, Adisham, Kent, CT3 3LH
In person
Pre-booking not required

This Grade 1 listed church was founded c. 624. The present building - flint with stone dressings - dates from 1150 to 1350 - and the painted medieval wooden reredos was salvaged from Canterbury Cathedral by Archdeacon Battley, Rector 1684-1700.

Church Open Day

Cemetery Road Baptist Church, Napier Street (also accessible from Cemetery Road), Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S11 8HA
In person
Pre-booking not required

Visit this Romanesque style Grade 2 listed building, erected in 1859, with its baptismal pool and First World War Memorial pulpit. Explore the church's multi-ethnic heritage and continuing life as a congregation from many parts of the world

The Old Fire Station Gipton

The Old Fire Station, Gipton Approach, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS9 6NL
In person
Pre-booking not required

Heritage Open Day provides an opportunity for the public to come and look at some old artifacts, meet ex fire fighters and take part in some fun activities for all the family.

Heritage Walks, with Loughborough Heritage Open Weekend

Loughborough Library, 31 Granby Street, Loughborough, Leicestershire, LE11 3DU
In person
Pre-booking required

Loughborough Heritage Walks commencing from Charnwood Museum Saturday 14th September 10am Suffragette Walk and 2pm Zeppelin Walk Sunday 15th September 10am Art Deco Walk and 2pm Heritage Sites Walk Booking required

Mercers’ Hall (Masonic Lodge)

Gloucester Civic Trust, St. Michaels Tower, The Cross, Eastgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1PD
In person
Pre-booking not required

Historic building

Young Film Makers Screening

Market Place, Hexham, Northumberland, NE46 3PB
In person
Pre-booking preferred

Ten short films made by people aged 18-25 years old have been selected by a youth panel to be shown on our big screen in a glorious one-off film event that is free to all to come and enjoy.

All Saints' Church Carshalton

All Saints' Church, High Street, Carshalton, Greater London, SM5 3AG
In person
Pre-booking not required

The church will be open from 12 till 5 on Saturday 14th and Sunday 15th of September with art & photographic exhibitions, guided tours of the church and churchyard, live performances from local young musicians, local craft stalls and teas.

The Stonemasons’ Workshop

Gloucester Cathedral, Workshop of St Peter, Pitt Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2BH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Workshop of St Peter, Pitt Street GL1 2BH

Parliament Rooms

Gloucester Cathedral, College Green, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 2LX
In person
Pre-booking not required

A unique chance to visit these three historic rooms in Church House, which was the old Deanery for Gloucester Cathedral.

Winchester Friends (Quaker) Meeting House

16 Colebrook Street, Winchester, Hampshire, SO23 9LH
In person
Pre-booking not required

Exhibition of "Loving Earth Project" Panels of sewn collage celebrating parts of our planet that we value and want to conserve. Visit our lovely Grade II listed Georgian house and peaceful walled garden. Cream teas and refreshments available.

St Laurence and The Ark, Alvechurch Heritage Open Day

St. Laurence Church, The Ark, School Lane, Alvechurch, Birmingham, Worcestershire, B48 7SB
In person
Pre-booking not required

We welcome you to our Grade II listed church, designed in part by William Butterfield, within one of Worcestershire's largest enclosed churchyards. Activities and entertainment from 1000-1600, tours/self-guided tours of our church and churchyard.

Wotton House

International School, Horton Road, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 3PR
In person
Pre-booking not required

Join us for a journey into the past at Wotton House. The Grade II listed building dating from the early 18th century was built for Thomas Horton.

Grays Almshouse

1 Grays Alms House, East Street, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 3NA
In person
Pre-booking not required

As part of the national Heritage Open Days, Taunton Heritage Trust will be opening Gray's Almshouse and Chapel on Saturday 14th September. 

Pub Heritage Walk: Kelham Island, Sheffield

Fat Cat, 23 Alma Street, Sheffield, South Yorkshire, S3 8SA
In person
Pre-booking required

A walking tour in Kelham Island, Sheffield encompassing both aspects of the industrial heritage of the area and of the ‘Beer Capital’ status owned by the City of Sheffield.

Gloucester’s Christian Heritage

St Mary de Crypt, Southgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1TG
In person
Pre-booking not required

A walk round the City looking at places where people and events shaped Gloucester's Christian Heritage

The Story of Gloucester’s Pubs and Inns

The New Inn, Northgate Street, Gloucester, Gloucestershire, GL1 1SF
In person
Pre-booking not required

A walk around Gloucester's historic pubs and inns.