Heritage Open Days 2026
Heritage Open Days celebrates England’s fantastic architecture and culture every year in September. It is a once-a-year chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring to life local history and culture.
Free of charge and literally on people’s doorstep, Heritage Open Days is an event for everyone, whatever their background, age and ability.
There’s fascinating stories to uncover at our historic houses, buildings and museums.
Please remember to check the event website before you travel to avoid disappointment, as opening dates and times may change.
Heritage Open Days will return 11-20 September 2026
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Giant Games Family Fun! | Guildford Museum
Saturday 14 and Wednesday 18 to Saturday 21 February 12pm to 4.30pm (last entry 4pm) Suitable…
Playtime! | Guildford Museum
It’s Playtime! at Guildford Museum! Enjoy our fun learning exhibition for all the family…
Royal Guildford - Talk by Steve Callaghan | The Guildford Institute
Guildford has had royal connections from Saxon King Alfred to Queen Elizabeth II. Discover the royal…
Craftland: A Journey Through Britain's Lost Arts and Vanishing Trades
Craft used to be an essential part of British life, with workshops and studios in every community…
The Great Jazz Guitarists of the 60s. | The Guildford Institute
Guitarists Nicolas Meier and Pete Roth invite you to join them as they take a look at the great…
Dessie and Dunsborough
Exhibition tells the story of Dunsborough Park and its owners, going back to the 1600s. However it…
Guildford Flood Alleviation Scheme public event
Come along to find out more about scheme progress. View new materials including artists impressions…
Talk: The History of Surrey's Mental Hospitals | The Horton Arts Centre
Talk: The History of Surrey's Mental Hospitals Saturday 17th January, 12 noon Historian, Julian…
The Psychology of Serial Killers with Jennifer Rees | Dorking Halls
Join expert forensics lecturer Jennifer Rees to explore one of Forensic Psychology's most…
Filming Favourites A Guided Tour | West Horsley Place
23 January 2025| 3 time slots Tickets: All tickets: £24.00 - Book Now Discover more about…
The Concorde Champagne Experience - 23 January| Brooklands Museum
Saturday 23 January 10am - 1pm Champagne Experience - £80 per person Discover what it was like…
Burns Night | Denbies Wine Estate
Celebration of Robbie Burns commencing in the atmospheric Denbies cellar followed by dinner and…
Titanic - A Night of Ice | The Guildford Institute
Talk by Steve Herra. Most of us know the story of this British passenger liner that struck an…
Egham's Georgian Ball
For one night only you can experience what it was like to attend a ball in 18th century Egham. This…
Chinese Brush Painting- Horses | The Horton Arts Centre
Chinese Brush Painting – Horses Saturday 7th February, 10:30am – 3:30pm Horses are important symbols…
The Concorde Champagne Experience - 7 February | Brooklands Museum'
Saturday 7 February 10am - 1pm Champagne Experience - £80 per person Discover what it was like…
Singing with Nightingales by Sam Lee
Let folk singer and naturalist Sam Lee take you on a narrated journey into the many worlds of the…
Third Class - A Titanic Story | Yvonne Arnaud Theatre
A one-man theatre show based on the life of Titanic survivor Edward Dorking. Edward was openly gay…
Polesdenopoly - February half-term 2026 | Polesden Lacey
12 - 22 February 10:00 - 15:00 Bring your friends and family to enjoy this interactive trail, see if…
Hampton Court Palace - February Half Term
14 - 22 February Step into a royal adventure at Hampton Court Palace this February half term and…
Kolourful Kaleidoscopes Family Fun! | Guildford Museum
Thursday 19 February 12pm to 2pm Free, drop-in, no need to book Suitable for ages 6+ All children…
Wildlife Wonders: A Gardener's Calendar | RHS Garden Wisley
As part of the RHS 'Bringing Nature Home' initiative, this unique show invites visitors to…
The Epsom Cluster: A Guided Walk Through History | The Horton Arts Centre
The Epsom Cluster: A Guided Walk Through History Saturday 7th March, 10:30am Join historian Kirstie…
Strong Roots by Olia Hercules
Join Olia Hercules as she introduces ‘Strong Roots’, the story of a century in Ukraine…
Brooklands Mini Day 2026 | Brooklands Museum
SUNDAY 22 MARCH Enjoy an impressive display of hundreds of Minis, old and new, with food stalls…
The Concorde Champagne Experience - 28 March | Brooklands Museum
Saturday 28 March 10am - 1pm Champagne Experience - £80 per person Discover what it was…
Recital- Violin on Fire | The Horton Arts Centre
Recital – Violin on fire Wednesday 1st April, 8pm Spanish violin music offers a rich tapestry of…
Talk: 150th Anniversary of Manuel De Falla | The Horton Arts Centre
Talk: 150th Anniversary of Manuel De Falla Wednesday 1st April, 6pm The life of Spanish composer…
Recital - Piano on Silk| The Horton Arts Centre
Recital – Piano on Silk Thursday 2nd April, 6pm Spanish piano music captures the essence of the…
Talk and Book Launch- Breezes of Spain | The Horton Arts Centre
Talk and Book launch – Breezes of Spain Thursday 2nd April, 5pm Discover a Hidden Treasure of…
Family Concert - Ferdinand and the Little Bull | The Horton Arts Centre
Family Concert – Ferdinand and the Little Bull Friday 3rd April, 11:30am Bilingual family concert…
Easter Gathering at Brooklands Museum
4 April 2026 10am - 5pm Brooklands' popular Easter Classic Gathering returns - expect…
London Bus Museum Spring Gathering 2026 | Brooklands Museum
19 April 2026 10am - 5pm The South East’s biggest bus show is back and will be a fabulous…
Italian Car Day 2026 at Brooklands Museum
2 May 2026 10:00 - 17:00 Enjoy one of our biggest events of the year with a vast display of Ferrari…
Best of British Day at Brooklands Museum
25 May 2026 10am - 5pm Expect a day of British vehicles, family entertainment and Test Hill…
Brooklands Relived - Festival of Motorsport Weekend | Brooklands Museum
13 - 14 June 2026 10am - 5pm Expect a vast display of pre-war cars, motorsport, vintage…
London Bus Museum Summer Festival 2026
28 June 2026 10am - 5pm Enjoy extensive bus displays, heritage bus trips, music and…
American Day at Brooklands Museum
30 August 2026 10:00 - 17:00 Expect an impressive day devoted to stars and stripes, with a vast…
Guildford Heritage Open Days 2026
GUILDFORD HERITAGE OPEN DAYS 18 - 20 SEPTEMBER Explore hidden treasures on your doorstep…