West Midlands
Properties and events in West Midlands
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Salt, Pepper and Vinegar bottle ovens
See the three calcining bottle ovens known locally as 'Salt, Pepper and Vinegar' at close quarters and learn about how the manufactured products were used in the local pottery industry.
Discover Ladbroke Church
Come and discover rocks and fossils, stunning stained glass and a special exhibition about some unexpected connections.
St Maries RC Church, Rugby
We will have a number of volunteer run stalls appropriate to the theme. We will have all areas of the church open with personnel on hand to assist with information and help.
St Matthew's - The Story of Walsall
Walking Tours of the Churchyard and Church Hill Conservation Area with information leaflets. Crypt and Tower tours for the adventurous and church tours for all.
Threads of History: Astley Castle Open Days
A ground-breaking conversion of rugged ruins for modern living on a historic moated site, combining the thrill of contemporary architecture with the atmosphere of an ancient place. Free author's talk on Saturday 7 September with Sarah Jane Downing.
St Mary the Virgin, Astley Church
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).
Remarkable Journeys
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.
St Bartholomew's Church Tong Shropshire
St Bartholomew's Church is a splendid 15th century 'treasure house', one of England's finest medieval Gothic parish churches, famous for its Golden Chapel and world-renowned collection of medieval tomb monuments. Find us on the Monarch's Way!
St Swithun's Worcester: Make Your Mark
Come and explore connections to the past at St Swithun's in Worcester by joining free Hidden Parts Tours and creating a linocut stamp for our Make your Mark banner.
Trentham Hall and Gardens Film Show
A new film, with a compilation of images and vintage film footage, charting the the development of Trentham Hall and Gardens, presented by Ray Johnson of the Staffordshire Film Archive.
Beautiful 13th century church open in Hillmorton Rugby
Our beautiful 13th century church set beside the West Coast Railway line and the Oxford Canal welcomes visitors all the year round but for Heritage Weekend we will be offering refreshments and a personal welcome with the opportunity for reflection.
Holyhead Studios
Holyhead Studios is a not for profit arts organisation based in Coventry providing affordable studio spaces to support Visual Artists along with a printmaking facility.
Guy's Cliffe
Guy’s Cliffe; history, legend, mystery, dating from before 5th Century, Royal connections, legendary Sir Guy of Warwick, ruin of18th century country mansion, caves both man made and natural, triassic Cliffs, riverside & beautiful grounds.
Celebrating 150 Years
A collection of All Saints memorabilia and a chance to enjoy the stained glass and the work of The Bromsgrove Guild.
Chatterley Whitfield and Colliery Tours
A Victorian Time Capsule - As seen on the Lloyds TV advert, Hidden Britain by Drone, Abandoned Engineering...... A chance to visit Chatterley Whitfield Colliery, which closed in 1977 and became a museum. New Heritage Centre, please note not underground.
A virtual tour of the historic borough of Newcastle-under-Lyme
Join Brampton Museum for a virtual tour of some of the historic village and parishes which make up Newcastle under Lyme. A series of archive films shot in the 1960s onwards by local veteran film maker Brian Nixon.
St Margaret’s, Draycott-in-the-Moors – ancient tombs and dragons
A listed building, dating back to the 1200s. The tower is the very oldest part, while the medieval tombs of the Draycott family fill the Lady Chapel. Victorian stained-glass windows. Small but lovely!
Coughton Court
Coughton Court is an imposing Tudor house set in beautiful gardens with a collection of Catholic treasures. Find out more about our incredible Through the Roof project in the dedicated exhibition.
Butcher Row House Museum
This fascinating folk museum measures 5m square, over two floors - and has been moved twice! Today it can be found in a pretty courtyard and has local exhibits including a selection of Victorian christening robes and rare musical instruments.
St James Church Southam - Open for viewing and refreshments
Open to view the church and enjoy refreshments. 9.30 a.m to 12.30 p.m on Saturday, September 7th 2024 and 9.30 a.m to 12.30 p.m on Friday, September 13th 2024.
New Hall Valley Walk
Join this circular 4 mile walk in Sutton Coldfield.
Claymills by Night
Claymills Victorian Pumping Station is being opened at night to give the full experience of what it would have been like to work in a 24/7 operation.
Quaker Meeting House Hereford
Discover our meeting house tucked away off King Street in Hereford and find out its interesting history.
The Great Meeting House Unitarian Church, Coventry
We will open the church on Saturday, September 7th. On Sunday, September 8th, we will have our usual service from 1100 to 1200, and the building will be open from 1030 to 1300.
The Abbey Church of St Mary's
The Abbey Church of St Mary the Virgin will be open from 1030 to 1430. Come and find out how the Abbey gave Nuneaton it's name.
Open Evening at the Back to Backs
Join us for a sneak peek of the Birmingham Back to Backs!
Birmingham Honey Show - Winterbourne House & Garden
Join us for free for a weekend to celebrate all things Bees and Honey.
The Tudor House Museum in Upton upon Severn - Join a Guided Town History Walk and explore the Museum too!
Visit our Town Museum on 3 floors about Upton’s Past and Present and our award-winning Garden. Join the free 1 hour Guided Town History Walks available both weekend afternoons. Enjoy family fun for children on a Mouse Trail and Art table too.
Burgage Hall (former Congregational Chapel) (2024)
Discover the Burgage Hall, up a tiny alleyway in the centre of town and a living remnant of history from when this building was originally a black and white congregational chapel. It was rebuilt in 1832 in an austere classical style.
Root and branch - family connections over the centuries.
Craft skills at Chedham's Yard - volunteers open the garden, exhibition and work wheelwright and blacksmiths' workshops that connect the generations of a working family at the hub of a rural agricultural community. This is their story.
Moseley Old Hall
Come and explore this atmospheric Elizabethan farmhouse that saved a King.
Croft Castle
Explore Croft Castle for free this Heritage Open Day.
Society of Friends (Quakers) Meeting House
Quaker Meeting House, burial ground and garden, dating from 1700.
The Weir Garden
Explore The Weir Garden for free this Heritage Open Day.
Brockhampton
Explore Brockhampton for free this Heritage Open Day.
Explore Medieval Church and surrounding Conservation Area
St Laurence Church is a Grade I listed building and is one of only four remaining mediaeval churches in Birmingham. The Norman Door was part of the original C12th church and is the oldest piece of architecture in the city.
Brindley's Mill, Mill Street
Brindley's Mill is a working water-powered corn mill built in 1752.
Time Travelling Through Trentham
Travel back in time at Trentham Parish Church and discover traces of past centuries and links to the Dukes of Sutherland. The Trentham Heritage Project will showcase local people and places, many lost in time and living memory.
Upton House and Gardens
Discover Upton House and Gardens, the country house and weekend retreat, where 2nd Viscount Bearsted, Walter Samuel, created one of the finest art collections in twentieth-century Britain.
Berrington Hall
Discover Berrington Hall for free this Heritage Open Day.
Holy Trinity Catholic Church
This historic Catholic Church is celebrating its 190th anniversary this year., Come and see extracts from our archives and find out more about local martyr Blessed Thomas Maxfield. Guide-books, a friendly welcome, and a children's I-spy activity.
Redfern's Cottage
Free entry Redfern's Cottage, Museum of Uttoxeter Life
CWGC Tours 2024 - Stoke on Trent (Hartshill) Cemetery
Join us for a Commonwealth War Graves Commission tour of Stoke on Trent (Hartshill) Cemetery.
Princethorpe College
Built in 1832, St Mary's Priory was one of the first Catholic buildings in England after the reformation. Come for a tour of the magnificent building and discover its history, including the routes and connections that made it the place it is today.
St Charles Borromeo Catholic Church
The church was built in 1819 (later extended in 1830) and is one of the oldest Catholic parish churches in Warwickshire.
Clodock Mill
Visit a traditional working watermill, grinding corn in a picturesque corner of Herefordshire.
Guided Tours of Holy Trinity Eccleshall
Join us for two special guided tours of Holy Trinity Eccleshall - 'The Bishops at Eccleshall' and 'The Parish Church through the centuries'
History and Heritage of The Guild Hall
A guided tour of the Guild Hall, including parts that are not normally open to the public!
Dudmaston Hall
A much-loved and lived-in family home at the heart of this working, Shropshire estate. The galleries offer an unexpected chance to see works by Hepworth, Moore and Matisse set against the backdrop of a terraced garden overlooking the water.
Great Haywood, Past and Present, People and Places – Meet the author, David Robbie
A short talk, followed by Q&A and discussion, from David Robbie, local historian, author and former teacher at Rugeley Grammar School and Fair Oak School, to celebrate the launch of his book ‘Great Haywood, Past and Present, People and Places.’
Belong Newcastle-Under-Lyme
Belong Heritage Gallery is a dementia friendly facility, It links the past and the present through people, their memories and a shared exploration of our heritage, providing a unique dimension to enrich the lives of older people living here.
Dr Green shares new research focusing on Travelling Players in the Tudor period
Dr William Green, resident historian at Shakespeare's Schoolroom & Guildhall funded by the University of Nottingham, will share his latest findings regarding travelling players in the Tudor period, in this series of exclusive talks.
Trail and talk: Brandwood End Graves and Memorials for those killed in 1944
Join Ian Binnie as he walks and talks his way through a small sample of graves in Brandwood End Cemetery, giving you a history of where, when and how these people lost their lives in 1944.
MOORCROFT, A HERITAGE ART POTTERY
Date: Wednesday 11th, Thursday 12th & Friday 13th September 2024 Discover how a heritage art pottery operates - from design, shape creation and surface decoration - meet our craftsmen and women who have spent decades learning their craft.
From Aston to Perry Hall via Spaghetti Junction
Join this 4.5 mile walk from Aston Station to Perry Hall Park, along canals and under Spaghetti Junction.
'Unpacking the V&A Wedgwood Collection': Behind-the-scenes tours - Connections & Networks
Take a look behind-the-scenes of the Unpacking Project at V&A Wedgwood Collection with a guided tour around our collection storage space. Discover the Connections and Networks in our Wedgwood story.
Dudley Zoo & Castle
Join us for a late afternoon on either Thursday 12th or Friday 13th September 2024, in the grounds of Dudley Castle where we're taking part in the annual Heritage Open Days.
Sandwell Priory Heritage Walk
Dr Mike Hodder, former Borough Archaeologist and director of the excavation of Sandwell Priory, will take you on a fascinating journey around the remains of Sandwell Priory, the landscape around Sandwell Hall and other parts of the valley's past.
The Greek Orthodox Church of the Holy Fathers of Nicea stands on a unique site used for worship for at least 4,000 years.
Visitors can look around this ancient Church and there will be a talk about its history, an archaeological dig at the site and its present role and Church community. There will be religious books, postcards, icons and music icons for sale.
Acocks Green Heritage Trail
Explore local heritage in Acocks Green in this guided walk.
Newport Heritage Festival - 'The Black Shed'
Visit some of Newport Shropshire's incredible buildings - the Guildhall, Newport Chapel of Remembrance, St. Nicholas Church, the canal warehouse etc
St Mary and All Saints Church, Fillongley
Parish church open for visitors interested in the history of the church building and also local family history
St Editha's Church Tamworth Tower
A chance to climb the rare double helix staircase of St Editha's Church. Tamworth. on Saturday, 14th September between 1100 and 1400.
Ruskin Hall, as part of Bournville Heritage Open Day
The oldest public building in Bournville, Ruskin Hall was opened in 1903 as a social centre to provide arts and craft classes for the community.
Pots & People - A Walking Tour from the old Spode Factory Site to Stoke Minster
Walking from the old Spode Factory site along the streets that housed the Spode factory workers. Hear stories of their lives and skills that made Spode and its famous blue and white pottery internationally instantly recognisable.
St Nicholas Church, Alcester
Explore St Nicholas Church with its restored stonework and redecorated interior with many historic artefacts. Of special interest is the unique 17th Century Alcester Benefaction Board, rehung after major conservation work.
St Laurence and The Ark, Alvechurch Heritage Open Day
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.
St Peter's Church, Hall Green
Built in 1964, the Grade 2 listed octagonal church features a concrete dome, an impressive East Window by Tristan Ruhlmann based on St. John’s Gospel, and twelve "carpet windows" inspired by ancient prayer mats and Islamic designs, with wavy edges.
Tenbury Tracks
The museum will feature displays on the town's railway line, closed by Beeching in 1963 and also the remains of watery links from the abandoned Teme Valley Canal and the town’s ancient fording links with the River Teme and packhorse route to Wales.
St Francis C of E Church (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
St Francis Church stands at the heart of the Bournville Village, designed in the early Christian basilica style and consecrated in 1925.
Dame Goodyvers Daye
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.
Moseley Hall Dovecote and 18c style garden
The 18th century dovecote and garden offer an insight into Moseley's rural past. One of the estates of John Taylor, manufacturer and banker, our exhibitions reveal how Moseley developed from rural hamlet to suburb of Birmingham.
Tardebigge Wharf Guided Local History Walk
As previous years we invite you to come along for a guided walk around the top lock section of the Tardebigge flight. This year's theme, Routes - Networks - Connections, allows us to complete the local picture by describing how goods from around the world pass through to Birmingham.
Opening Day of Connections - the Worcester City Collection, in Conversation with the Community
Join us for Heritage Open Days on Saturday 14 September and celebrate the opening of the new exhibition, Connections – The Worcester City Collection, in Conversation with the Community.
The Rest House and Carillon Visitor Centre. Part of Bournville Heritage Open Day
Situated in the centre of Bournville Village Green, The Rest House was paid for by the employees of Cadbury Brothers Ltd to commemorate the Silver Wedding Anniversary of George and Elizabeth Cadbury on 19 June 1913.
All Saints' Church Sandon
A family-friendly walk through our history—a unique behind-the-scenes tour of this gem of a Grade I listed church building and ancient graveyard (self-guided or with a volunteer guide) will take you from Norman origins to the present day.
Marton Museum of Country Byegones
A museum of local rural artefacts developed from the collection made over many decades by George Tims, a village resident, who died in January 2005.
All Saints Church, Shrewsbury
A hidden gem of Gold leaf and tradition hidden in the historic rows of railways and mill housing.
Church House, Alcester
Explore one of Alcester's Grade II listed timber-framed former dwellings, refurbished to provide modern facilities of hall, meeting rooms, kitchen and toilets for St Nicholas parish Church. A local history exhibition may be on view.
Serbian Orthodox Church of the Holy Prince Lazar (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
The first purpose-built Serbian Orthodox church in the UK (known locally as Lazarica) is opening its doors giving you an opportunity to meet a thriving and friendly Anglo-Serbian community.
Tudor House Museum
Tudor Textiles - Bedfellows project. Come and see our Tudor style embroidered curtains and counterpane in the bedchamber created by the Bedfellows group and completed in March 2024 and meet the embroiderers!
Brandwood End Cemetery-'Who Lies Beneath'
Introducing a new memorial stone. Who are the people buried in our Civilian Garden of Remembrance and what do we know about them?
Bournville Quaker Meeting House (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
Visit an unusually elaborate Quaker Meeting House and the only one housing an organ. George and Richard Cadbury put their faith into action as they built their new chocolate factory and the pioneering village beyond the boundaries of the city centre.
Handsworth Old Town Hall
This 15th century building is a rare example of cruck construction still in an urban location and is run as a small community museum with many maps, photographs, books etc relating to aspects of Handsworth in the 19th and early 20th centuries.
Bournville Village Primary school (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
Bournville Village Primary School is at the heart of Bournville. The school is full of Arts and Crafts design and frescoes depicting scenes from the school and the local area.
Stourbridge Glass Museum
Join us for a live glass auction at Stourbridge Glass Museum's Heritage Open Day.
Moseley Hall icehouse in Moseley Park & Pool
A chance to see one of the best-preserved icehouses in the West Midlands, originally built for the benefit of the wealthy owners of Moseley Hall. Sited in Moseley Park, an oasis of calm usually only open to keyholders
Alcester War Memorial Town Hall
Grade I listed timber framed town hall.
Concert Hall, Mondelez International (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
The Concert Hall is a unique space within the Mondelez International main office block at Bournville. Opened by Cadbury in 1927, it was used by many of the Bournville Works clubs and societies for performances.
Newport Heritage Festival - Newport General Cemetery Chapel of Remembrance
Visit the Chapel of Remembrance and take a tour of some of the graves of historical or local importance.
Bournville Sports Crown Green Bowls Club
Visit the oldest sporting club in Bournville and come have a go at Crown Green Bowls.
The Quadrangle - The Bournville Almshouse Trust. Part of Bournville Heritage Open Day
Built in 1898 for Richard Cadbury, this is a rare opportunity to visit the Almshouses as part of a pre-booked tour.
Alcester Baptist Chapel and Meeting House
The Baptist community in Alcester first met in 1640, one of the earliest Baptist meetings in the country. Take a walk around the original meeting house from 1735, and the later chapel dating from 1860. You can also visit the old burial ground.
Alderson House, Warwick
An outstanding, post Great Fire of Warwick, Georgian building, completed in 1695, retaining many original features and a lovely garden. Once the home of Lord and Lady Ilkeston, it is now the meeting place for the Freemasons of Warwick.
War Memorial Room, Men's Pavilion, Mondelez International (parr of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
A collection of World War I and World War II Memorials to Cadbury employees.
Austin Village Tour
Join us for a guided walk through the Austin Village, a model village built by Herbert Austin.
Cadbury Archives, Mondelez International (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
The Cadbury Archives are a rich treasure trove of material relating to the history of the Cadbury business. The Archives contain documents dating back to 1842 and extensive packaging and advertising collections.
St Edburgha's Church
We are one of Birmingham's medieval churches, set in the Old Yardley Conservation Area. Guided tours will be available if desired or feel free to wander at your leisure.
Bournville Model Boat Club (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
Visitors will see a wide assortment of yachts and model boats in action on the water. A number of radio-controlled yachts and boats will be available for visitors to sail.
Bournville Carillon. Part of Bournville Heritage Open Day
An opportunity to see and hear the carillon being played live and to enjoy panoramic views across Bournville Village.
Rowheath Pavilion (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
Explore the outdoor space of Rowheath Pavilion.
Newport Heritage Festival - Guildhall Newport Shropshire
Visit the wonderful Tudor Guildhall, home to Newport Town Council, in the heart of Newport Shropshire.
A talk on The Butts Spur railway line 1860 to1965
Find out about The Butts Spur railway line, 1860 to 1965! An illustrated talk on the old line from Foregate Street to Pitchcroft and back towards Diglis
Hereford Cathedral Cloister Tour
To celebrate this year’s Heritage Open Day, we are running special Cloister Tours. The College Cloisters were built in 1475 for the Vicars Choral, and today are a private part of the site for staff and residents. Discover more on a free tour!
Manor Farm Park Heritage Trail (part of Bournville Heritage Open Day 2024)
A walking trail takes visitors to ten sites in the beautiful Manor Farm Park, showing the changes from farmland in the16th Century, to the development of a country estate and ownership by the Cadbury Family, to the creation of a public park in 1955.
Holy Trinity Parish Church Sutton Coldfield
A chance to view this stunning Grade-I listed parish church and its partner building the Trinity Centre, to climb the church tower and to celebrate routes, networks and connections associated with the church and Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield.
Moor Pool Heritage Festival - Moor Pool Hall and community venues around the Moor Pool Estate
Experience the wonderful community spirit and Arts and Crafts splendour of Moor Pool Estate, the hidden Garden Suburb a stone's throw from Birmingham City Centre. Our Heritage Festival delivers a village fete vibe near the heart of the City!
Llanymynech Limeworks Heritage Area
The Llanymynech Limeworks is a unique heritage area which ceased working in 1914 due to economics and WWI. The area is a Scheduled Monument, with Grade II listed kilns and chimney and was also declared a Local Nature Reserve in September 2020.
Forge Mill Needle Museum and Bordesley Abbey Visitor Centre
Forge Mill Needle Museum in Redditch illustrates the rich heritage of the needle and fishing tackle industries and a short walk from the Museum, are the ruins of Bordesley Abbey - a medieval Cistercian Abbey which has been extensively excavated.
Castle Bromwich Village History - Walk back in time
Photographs of Castle Bromwich dating back many years, Newspaper cuttings of events which took place. History books of the area. All will be displayed to view. Hot and Cold refreshments on the day.
The Commandery
The Commandery is once again opening its doors for free as part of the national Heritage Open Day festival.
Ford Green Hall
Heritage open day at Ford Green Hall