Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, involving thousands of local volunteers and organisations.
The festival takes place between September 12 to 21, and there are a range of activities for you to enjoy.
Every year the festival brings people together to celebrate their heritage, community and history – offering the public a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences.
This year the theme is architecture.
Now into its 31st year, this year’s event sees more than 5,800 free events taking place at a wide range of much-loved venues and heritage sites across the UK – as well as hidden gems that are usually closed to the public.
Liam Montgomery, Heritage Open Days marketing and projects manager, said: “2025 is set to offer the most ambitious and wide-reaching Heritage Open Days programme yet, and it’s brimming with great things to do.
“Whether it’s well-known landmarks and hidden architectural gems or community-led talks and immersive experiences, the sheer diversity of places and stories on offer is extraordinary. It’s a testament to the passion and dedication of local organisers and volunteers who make this celebration of our shared heritage possible.”
5. Bassetlaw Museum
Join a tour of Bassetlaw Museum on Grove Street, Retford, on Saturday, September 13, at 11am and 2pm, and discover some of the quirky features, learn about pour restoration project with Pinnacle Builders and for younger historians, den building. Pre-booking required. Photo: Google
6. Heritage talk
There will be a talk through the rich history of Black dancers in British ballet from the 1940s to the present day, Black British Ballet, presented by Dr Bourne, at Worksop Library on Memorial Avenue, Worksop, on Wednesday, September 17, at 10am. Pre-booking required. Photo: Heritage Open Days
7. Retford Arts Hub
Retford Arts Hub on Churchgate, Retford, will be hosting an Art Gallery Exhibition and History of the Hub from Friday, September 12, to Saturday, September 20, from 10am to 4pm. This is a fantastic exhibition of arts and crafts from artists and artisans on the HOD theme of architecture and you can find out how the hub started and some history of the building at 'History of the Hub'. There is also a 'Crochet Taster Session' on Saturday, September 13, from 1.30pm to 3.30pm. Tea, coffee and light snacks will be on offer in the cafe. Pre-booking not required. Photo: Retford Business Forum
8. Grove Street Methodist Church
You are welcome to visit Grove Street Methodist Church on Union Street, Retford, on Saturday, September 13, from 10am to 4pm, where you can take a look around this recently refurbished Grade II listed building which has many of its original features intact. Refreshments available. Pre-booking not required. Photo: Google