Visit Hinton Ampner, a historic house with distinctive gardens and a beautiful estate near Alresford, Hampshire.

St Peter's Ropley has evolved over the centuries, especially after the great fire that almost destroyed the building eleven years ago. The six historic bells have been re-hung in a unique free standing bell tower.

On the 13th and 14th of September, enjoy a behind-the-scenes look through The Watercress Line’s Engineering Hub at Ropley Station and discover what’s involved in renovating and maintaining a steam locomotive.

A unique and impressive Victorian church designed by Sir Thomas Graham Jackson. Truly magnificent and puts many cathedrals to shame. This tour reveals stories associated with the building, its environment and the Baring family.

Alton’s first Heritage Day. Part of the national ‘Heritage Open Days’ with a focus on local architecture and brewing history.

Enjoy a day exploring the home of writer and naturalist Gilbert White for free!

A guided 9 mile circular walking trail from Overton to Steventon following in Jane Austen's footsteps.

Explore a former Tudor powerhouse turned 17th-century family home, set in gardens, woodlands and wetlands. Visit the shop selling locally sourced goods and the cosy Brewhouse tea-room serving light refreshments and beverages.

Farnborough Hill, founded in 1889, is a leading Catholic independent day school for girls. Set in a Grade I listed building it is also the former home to the Empress Eugéne, the wife of Napoleon III.

A guided tour and talk in St Mary's Church Grade II* listed, Overton. This event will focus on architectural and historical points of interest from Jane Austen's time particularly when her brother James Austen was curate at St Mary's.

Where Farleigh House stands today, a house has stood for almost a thousand years. Shaped by the rise and fall of kings, by wars and by a family’s work and traditions.

Stepping into the Roman footsteps, learn about how the archaeological investigations have brought history to life and how the city walls history has taught us about life as a Roman and more!

Come for guided tours of the fascinating buildings of Bishop's Waltham Palace, started in the 12th century by the Bishop of Winchester. The Palace was so grand all the Tudor Monarchs stayed there.

This is a walk around the medieval town of Bishop's Waltham, with architectural information and tales of residents along the way.

Join the Commonwealth War Graves Commission for a free tour of Eastleigh Cemetery.

Bring the whole family to enjoy the Minster in a slightly different way. Explore the architecture to the music of our house DJs.

Join the Newport Minster Team as we dance in the aisles to the tunes of our house DJs. Music of all genres for all tastes (we hope).

Informal drop-in information and fact finding day exploring the history (living memory and beyond) of Newport Harbour and the Quay Arts building from it's inception in 1870 led by Quay Arts and Deadman Theatre.

A chance to visit the historic, 13th century church at Calbourne, with a guided tour.

Join artist Trudie Wilson to explore the stunning architecture of Newport Minster through drawing – all abilities and everyone welcome!

Step back over 1,700 years and uncover the story of this remarkable 3rd-century farmhouse, discovered in 1926. Explore the preserved bath suite, hypocaust, and Roman-style garden.

Free entry to the Museum of Island History, plus a chance to join an inspiring walk to connect with Island heritage in a whole new way!

Visit Foxlease Park and experience the site's journey through history via the architectural features of our Grade 2* listed Foxlease House and Coach House and surrounds; see features from the Tudor era cottage it once was through to today.

Visit the Buckler's Hard Visitor Centre & Museum to discover the fascinating stories of this historic maritime village, nestled on the edge of the Beaulieu River in the New Forest, including a talk on Nelson's HMS Agamemnon by Mary Montagu-Scott.

Ballard School was once home to the Ubsdell family, designed in the early 1900s. Our main school building and grounds still retain typical period features including many original Arts and Crafts items, despite having been a school and an army base.

Join us on Saturday 13th September to celebrate Hurst Castle! Discover the castle & enjoy the activities.

An opportunity for the public to visit the Heritage Centre on this otherwise private site and gain an insight into the origins and activities of the Scout movement in Hampshire (and beyond) through the years.

To inform and educate residents and visitors to the New Forest about the local aviation heritage and the twelve airfields, through our Heritage Centre and outreach programme. To preserve the information and memories that we hold in trust.

Bisterne Manor: dragons, wars and history.

Become a Time Traveller and walk through the historic town of Ringwood, hearing stories of, Murder, Mystery, Secret Agents, Execution, Heros and Heroines.

The Ringwood Meeting House was built in 1727 by a local group of Presbyterian dissenters. This is a chance to visit our wonderful community social building showcasing the facilities we have on offer.

Step back in time to hear out about the families who once lived here in previous centuries and their place in Ringwood’s history.

A packed afternoon visiting all the local historical pubs in Ringwood and maybe grabbing a pint on the way too! We will be visiting The Elm, The London Tavern, The White Hart, The Crown Tap, The Pour House, The Railway, The Furlong, The Star Inn and Original White Hart The Fish Inn.

Ellie Abrams Chair of Trustees will be giving a guided tour and talk to share the wonderful history of this unique building.

Step back in time and learn about the beautiful historic town of Ringwood, hearing stories of people who lived here long ago.

A 30 minute guided tour of the parish church focusing especially on the surviving medieval parts and the chancel, stained glass of national significance and recently revealed wall paintings.

Join us at Mottisfont on Saturday 20 and Sunday 21 September 2025 for Heritage Open Days, where you can enjoy free entry to this historic National Trust property with lots to explore!

Romsey Signal Box - a Working Museum, with hands-on activities for everyone.

An opportunity to look around this Keble Church containing some very interesting architecture, and also to be given a guided tour from a Historian who has co-written a book about the building.

Join us for a talk through the captivating history of airships with materials from the archive of the National Aerospace Library. Discover the innovation and ambition behind these floating giants as we explore their dramatic rise and fall.

Saved for the Nation in 1993 when the Ministry of Defence set out to demolish and sell the former RAE Site, the wind tunnel buildings are now listed and during Heritage Open Days we are able to visit the 24-foot tunnel in Building Q121.

Explore the medieval sites that survived the Southampton Blitz at the bottom of the High Street.

Discover Southampton’s rich history at God’s House Tower. Enjoy free entry to the Stories Behind the Stones exhibition, explore the gallery, and follow fun family trails around the building. A perfect day out in the heart of the Old Town.

Visit the Southampton Quaker Burial Ground originally opened in 1662.

Enjoy guided walks at a beautiful Victorian church while learning interesting insights into St. Denys Parish Church. Our guided walks will uncover the hidden history of our lovely Grade II Listed Victorian church, designed by George Gilbert Scott.

GHT is opening its doors to join Southampton’s free city-wide music festival; Music in the City! Enjoy live music performances and discover Southampton's rich history at God's House Tower.

Shieldhall will be open on Heritage Open Day Sunday 14th September for pre-booked visits between 10am – 3pm at 110 Berth in the Western Docks, with an opportunity to tour the ship from Bridge to Boiler Room! Come and meet Shieldhall’s volunteer crew and learn about life aboard a heritage steamship.

An ideal opportunity to look at Herbert Collins's (1885-1975) architectural legacy in and around Southampton.

Explore the historic Townhill Park estate, owned by Lord and Lady Swaythling in the early 1900s. Wander around the house designed by L.R. Gutherie and through the beautiful formal gardens by Gertrude Jekyll. Home to The Gregg School since 1994.

Visit The Brickworks Museum during Heritage Open Days and come in for free. A great opportunity to find out what this hidden gem of a Hampshire museum is really like…

Come and see this church, re-built from ruins in the 19th century. Discover it's rich architecture with the help of a guided history tour given by the people who regularly worship in the church.