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.”
9. Retford Library
The library, on Churchgate, Retford, will be will be open from 9am to 3.30pm on Saturday, September 13, with a heritage talk taking place in the library's meeting room, 'Architectural Curiosities of Retford', at 1.30pm to 2.30pm. Pre-booking required. Photo: Retford Library
10. East Retford Cemetery
Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of East Retford Cemetery on Babworth Road, Retford, on Saturday, September 13, at 2pm. Pre-booking required. Photo: Google
11. Have a look around All Hallows Church in Ordsall
A chance to visit All Hallows Street, Ordsall, Retford, and have a look around, as well learn about its history and its welcome. You can visit on Saturday, September 13, from 10am to 6pm, and Wednesday, September 17, from 10am to noon. Pre-booking not required. Photo: Google
12. Retford Heritage Day
There will be presentations throughout the day on Saturday, September 13, from 10am to 4pm, on the Almshouses movement and Retford's Sloswicke's Almshouse Charity est 1658. Visitors will be able to look around the Union Street Site site. Pre-booking not required Photo: Union Street Properties