Heritage Open Days offer the opportunity to visit fascinating places and buildings with interesting histories that are not always open to the public during 6-15 September 2024.
Bath Jewish Burial Ground
Greendown Place, Bradford Road, Bath, Somerset, BA2 5DD
08 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
Visit this beautiful cemetery, resting place of Bath’s Jewish community in the 19th and early 20th centuries. Experience its peaceful atmosphere, and learn about the lives of the people buried here who came to this country from so many places.
Southcot Burial Ground
Southcot Burial Ground, Bottom of Lyncombe Hill, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4PG
07 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
A hidden oasis in the centre of Bath. Come and discover it for yourself. This year will include a family trail.
Prior Park
Ralph Allen Drive, Bath, Somerset, BA2 5AH
Multiple dates available
In person
Pre-booking not required
Prior Park will open for free on 7 and 14 September – come and see the recent restoration and find out more about the archaeology and conservation of the garden.
Organ talk and tour
Bath Abbey, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1LT
Multiple dates available
In person
Book on day
A fun, musical demonstration for all ages of our remarkable Klais church organ by our Director of Music and Assistant Organist, followed by the chance to hear a recital (10th Sept only) and see the organ close up on a unique ‘backstage’ tour.
Eyre Chantry Chapel
Perrymead Cemetery, Popes Walk, Bath, Somerset, BA2 5AZ
12 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
The Eyre Chapel is a gem of ecclesiastic Victorian architecture.
Walcot Methodist Chapel
Walcot Methodist Chapel, Nelson Place East, Bath, Somerset, BA1 5DA
Multiple dates available
In person
Pre-booking not required
The original ‘Walcot Chapel’ is the oldest Methodist chapel in Bath. It is a place of worship for the congregation of Bath Methodist Church on Sundays and open for other activities and community groups during the week.
Bath Elim Church: Past, Present & Beyond
Charlotte Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2ND
07 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
Come and explore the rich history of our church and our mission to serve the community. Join us as we reflect and celebrate. Whether you’re captivated by history, seeking inspiration, or simply curious about the story of the church.
American Museum & Gardens
Claverton Manor, Claverton, Bath, Somerset, BA2 7BD
15 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
Incredible gardens, museum of American arts & heritage, interactive exhibition, shop, play area, American Garden Deli with valley view terrace.
Bath Quaker Burial Ground / Garden
Quaker Burial Ground, Clarendon Road, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4NJ
07 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
Visit the Quaker Burial Ground in Widcombe, Bath, a lovely, peaceful walled garden on the side of a valley. Meet some Quakers and learn a little of the history of ‘Friends’. 2024 is the 400th Anniversary of the birth of Quaker founder George Fox.
The History of The Magdalen Chapel
The Chapel of St Mary Magdalen, Holloway, Bath, Somerset, BA2 4PX
Multiple dates available
In person
Pre-booking not required
An Exhibition of the History of The Chapel of St. Mary Magdalen Chapel, Holloway, Bath – built in the 11th century, rebuilt in the 15th, extended in the 18th and bombed in the 20th – the illustrated history of the Chapel and its associated charities.
Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre
Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre, Swallow Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1 RB
09 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
Volunteer Day – find out about volunteering with school groups and talk to members of the learning team at the Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre.
Our World in 2050
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HN
13 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking preferred
The key social, political, economic, technological and ecological trends we can expect over the coming decades.
The Shelleys and their bonds with Bath
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HN
12 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking preferred
The time poet Percy and his wife, Frankestein author Mary Shelley, spent here.
Myra, an Elegy for an unknown lady by Dr William Oliver
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HN
09 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking preferred
As well as being a distinguished Bath doctor, William Oliver was a poet who wrote a Pastoral Elegy for a deceased patient. Who was Dr Oliver’s lover? Duncan McGibbon recites, for only the second time in history, this moving and accomplished poem.
My Bath view bucket list with Charles Minty
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HN
10 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking preferred
Bath artist Charles L. W. Minty talks about his favourite spots to paint people in landscapes.
Church of Our Lady and St Alphege, Bath
Oldfield Lane, Bath, Somerset, BA2 3AD
Multiple dates available
In person
Pre-booking not required
The church was built in 1929 and designed by Sir Giles Gilbert Scott, one of Britain’s greatest 20th-century architects, inspired by basilicas in Rome. Scott regarded it as his ‘little gem’. It is grade 2* listed.
Weston Free Church (Moravian) Open Day
Weston Free Church (Moravian), High Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 4DB
07 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
One of only a few working Moravian churches remaining in England. Activities include stalls, crafts, entertainment, an audio-visual display, vintage vehicles, a tour of the facilities, history of the Moravian Church, and more. Refreshments available.
Andrea Casali and his work for Alderman Beckford
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HN
12 Sep 2024
Online & In person
Pre-booking preferred
Dr Amy Frost spotlights the artist displayed at Dyrham Park and BRLSI.
Newton Park – home of Bath Spa University
Bath Spa University, Newton Park, Bath, Somerset, BA2 9BA
Multiple dates available
In person
Pre-booking not required
Bath Spa University opens its doors for everyone to enjoy our Georgian house, our lake and landscape, the walled gardens, picnic areas and beautiful views. See what our students do now, and how we blend the past and the present.
Newton Park – home of Bath Spa University (bookable activities)
Bath Spa University, Newton Park, Bath, Somerset, BA2 9BA
07 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking required
Bath Spa University opens its doors for everyone to enjoy our Georgian house, our lake and landscape, the walled gardens, picnic areas and beautiful views. See what our students do now, and how we blend the past and the present.
CWGC Tours 2024 – Bath (Locksbrook) Cemetery
Locksbrook Cemetery, 5 Cedric Road, Bath, Somerset, BA1 3PD
06 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking required
Join us for a Commonwealth War Graves Tour of Bath (Locksbrook) Cemetery
Roman Baths Local History Store – Lansdown
Lansdown Park and Ride, Bath, Somerset, BA1 9BJ
11 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking required
Explore weird and wonderful objects from Victorian spa equipment to Georgian furniture. Join a treat of a tour at 10am, 12 noon and 2pm. Booking essential – romanbaths_enquiries@bathnes.gov.uk
Combe Down Stone mines – the Village that built a City
54a Combe Road, Combe Down, Bath, Somerset, BA2 5HZ
Multiple dates available
In person
Pre-booking not required
The village that built a city. Bath – a vision of golden Palladian architecture, made of Bath stone. This Jurassic limestone gives the city its very character, with much of the stone supplied by the Combe Down mines owned by Ralph Allen in the 18thC.
“Real Tennis, Mr Sadler’s Balloon, The Hereford Chicken – and other stories from the Museum of Bath at Work”
Julian Road, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2RH
06 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking not required
Local historian Ann Cullis will reveal some of the fascinating tales associated with the unique and historic building occupied by the Museum of Bath at Work – built originally as Real tennis court in 1777.
Discovering the Romans
Roman Baths Clore Learning Centre, Swallow Street, Bath, Somerset, BA1 1RB
Multiple dates available
In person
Pre-booking required
Through fun activities, crafts and crazy rituals, uncover what it was like to live in Bath 2000 years ago. Discover the people who lived in and travelled to Aquae Sulis and how they spent their time.
Capturing the City
Bath Royal Literary and Scientific Institution, 16-18 Queen Square, Bath, Somerset, BA1 2HN
11 Sep 2024
In person
Pre-booking preferred
Members of the BRLSI Bicentenary Workshops have been photographing favourite sights in Bath
More details at https://www.heritageopendays.org.uk/