.png )
Heritage Open Days 2025
Various Locations
County Durham
County Durham
Book Tickets
TripAdvisor
Opening Times
| 2025 (12 Sept 2025 - 21 Sept 2025) |
|---|
Map & Directions
Highlights...
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Sunday, 21st September 2025
Heritage Open Days: Archaeology in Upper TeesdaleJoin Altogether Archaeology on a 4 mile guided walk to see how people lived and used the Teesdale landscape.- more info
Saturday, 13th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Durham Castle: Self-Guided DayA free self-guided visit to Durham Castle to enjoy the historic and beautiful surroundings at your own pace.- more info
Sunday, 14th September 2025 - Sunday, 14th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Kepier Hospital and LoggiaGuided tour with Martin Roberts of the Grade I and II * listed buildings and scheduled ancient monument of the medieval hospital at Kepier, once the richest in County Durham.- more info
Friday, 12th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025
Friday, 19th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Church of our Lady of Mercy and St. GodricBetween the train and the bus stations, a landmark in the Durham City Conservation Area, St. Godric's Grade II listed church was designed by Edward Pugin. Opened in 1864 it has beautiful examples of Victorian stained glass and a fine high altar.- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Thorpe Light RailwayAn opportunity for visitors to learn about the history of Thorpe Light Railway, and hear about ongoing projects and future plans.- more info
Friday, 12th September 2025 - Tuesday, 16th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - The Fitzhugh LibraryVisit the hidden gem of the Fitzhugh Library and its collection of photographs, books and documents concerning the County Palatine of Durham and the ecclesiastical parish of Romaldkirk. It contains over 70,000 items. Special Exhibition for S&D200.
- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - St Laurence’s Church, PittingtonVisit St Laurence Church. Refreshments available.
- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: Flass Vale and Orchard TourFlass Vale is a wooded valley close to the centre of Durham City.- more info
Sunday, 14th September 2025 - Sunday, 14th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Durham School Tour & Durham School ChapelSunday 14th 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.
- more info
Friday, 12th September 2025 - Sunday, 14th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - St Cuthbert’s Catholic ChurchVisit this simple, peaceful church to rest a while or to see the stunning window by the world-famous Irish stained glass artist Harry Clarke or works by renowned local sculptor Fenwick Lawson.
- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Escomb Saxon ChurchHave a guided tour of this ancient, Anglo-Saxon Church, built in the 7th century, and learn about its history and heritage.
- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - St James’ Church, HamsterleySt James' Church, Hamsterley. An opportunity to see one of County Durham's Grade 1 listed churches.
- more info
Tuesday, 16th September 2025 - Wednesday, 17th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: Ushaw Historic House, Chapels and GardensUshaw Historic House, Chapels & Gardens is tucked away in beautiful open countryside near Durham City. An arts, heritage and events venue, waiting for you to escape the everyday, stop the world for a while and be surprised.- more info
Saturday, 13th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - St Mary the Virgin, EasingtonA 12th century Parish Church, with evidence of Saxon origins. The building contains Medieval pieces.
- more info
Saturday, 13th September 2025 - Sunday, 14th September 2025
Heritage Open Days at The Bowes MuseumDiscover the architecture of buildings, fashion, art and landscapes through artist-led workshops, interactive trails and behind-the-scenes access to fascinating collections and archives. A fun, free day out for all with plenty to do and explore.
- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Sunday, 21st September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Build a Church, Build a Village: St Edmund’s ChurchBuild a Lego church and village; exhibition of plans and photos; talk about St Thomas church, Stanhope by Dr Rob Young.
- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: North End Allotments and Flass Vale Nature ReserveNorth End Allotments - enjoy a cup of tea and cake, wander around the beautiful allotments, and take home jam/chutney and allotment produce. Something for all the family. Combine it with a walk through Flass Vale.- more info
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: St Andrew's ChurchSt Andrews Church has some unique features dating back to Anglo-Saxon origins. It is situated in an ancient village which has a diverse history starting with a reference by the Venerable Bede.- more info
Monday, 15th September 2025 - Monday, 15th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: A New Town, a Colliery, Church and a CastleMonday 15th September A New Town, a Colliery, Church and a Castle. 10:00am (5 hours) 9 miles, level 2 difficulty. Yvonne Andrews. Start: Apollo Pavilion Car park, SR8 1JS.- more info
Saturday, 13th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025
Saturday, 20th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: Cotherstone Old Chapel ProjectFormer Wesleyan Methodist Chapel, also village school until 1965. Now community owned/run shop, café and heritage centre. Special display of material showing the history and refurbishment of the building. Guided walk leaflet. Refreshments.- more info
Saturday, 13th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Durham Cathedral - The Legacy of W.G. Footitt, Architectural Draughtsman of DurhamA new talk by Dr Michael Johnson, Assistant Professor in Design History at Northumbria University, looking at the life and work of Durham Cathedral Draughtsman, W.G. Footitt.- more info
Sunday, 21st September 2025 - Sunday, 21st September 2025
Heritage Open Days - South Moor Heritage Trail WalkOur walk around South Moor Heritage Trail visits prominent locations from a century ago including brickworks, miners rescue station golf course and Memorial Park. Find out about the history and development of the village following this marked trail.- more info
Sunday, 14th September 2025 - Sunday, 14th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: Crook Hall Gardens Family Guided Ride and Bike Maintenance Workshop.National Trust is teaming up with Durham County Council and Recyke y'Bike to offer a free Family Guided Ride and basic bike mechanic workshop.
- more info
Monday, 15th September 2025 - Monday, 15th September 2025
- Heritage Open Days: Crook Hall Gardens Adult Guided Ride and Bike Maintenance WorkshopNational Trust is teaming up with Durham County Council and Recyke y'Bike to offer a free guided ride through the Durham City Green Corridor and basic bike mechanic workshop!
- more info
Sunday, 14th September 2025 - Monday, 15th September 2025
Heritage Open Days: Crook Hall Gardens - National TrustFree entry to enjoy the beautiful gardens and Medieval Hall as well as talks and tours throughout the day.- more info
Monday, 15th September 2025 - Thursday, 18th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Brancepeth Castle TourA guided tour of the exterior (weather permitting) and principal rooms.- more info
Friday, 12th September 2025 - Saturday, 13th September 2025
Friday, 19th September 2025 - Saturday, 20th September 2025
Heritage Open Days - Durham Town HallOne of Durham’s best kept secrets, the Town Hall has been a centre of life in this historic city for more than 650 years. Join us for talks and activities including talks from the current Mayor, the Mayor's Bodyguard and the Durham City Freemen.- more info
Sunday, 14th September 2025 - Sunday, 14th September 2025
Sunday, 21st September 2025 - Sunday, 21st September 2025
Heritage Open Days - The StoryBehind the scenes access, site tours, and collection items to view.- more info
Access Information
Find out what’s happening this week across the Culture County. From festivals and exhibitions, to sport and theatre, you’re certain to have an eventful time in Durham.- Experience the excitement of summer with our collection of summer events in Durham.
- Durham is home to world-class events, discover Durham’s most unmissable for 2025.
- Sign up to find out what's on across Durham and the latest news.
