St Faith at the cross roads has been a place of worship for at least 800 years. A special self-guided tour leaflet has been prepared for this year.
An exhibition from local architects, displaying their heritage based projects from in and around Hampshire.
Visit our website and come and see our office window display to learn about the interesting history of our home, Talbot House!
Havant has a wealth of interesting Cemeteries and this guided walk will introduce you to a number of former citizens each with an interesting story to tell.
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.
On 12th - 14th and 19th - 21st September we will be opening the Bargate - the very well-known and much loved gateway into the medieval town of Southampton. This is a rare opportunity to see inside.
The Staunton Country Park Heritage Hub have delved into the historic properties that have left their legacy on Staunton’s vast estate. Starting from 1802 all the way to the present day.
Come and visit the beautiful and interesting St Nicholas Chapel in the attractive harbourside Langstone Conservation Area.
Visit Hinton Ampner, a historic house with distinctive gardens and a beautiful estate near Alresford, Hampshire.
Take your time to search out the Gazebo Garden and enjoy a break from modern life. The beautiful garden is open all year but the gazebo itself, a place from which to gaze, will be open for you to explore and some interpretation will be available to explain why it was created.
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.
The World War 1 Remembrance Centre in Portsmouth is dedicated to the eternal memory of those who fought and died in the conflict.
The WW1 Remembrance Centre moved into Bastion 6, part of the Hilsea Lines in Portsmouth in 2014. It was built in 1871 and had fallen into an uninhabitable state. Volunteers worked to create somewhere to house the artefacts and open to the public.
The Hampshire Gardens Trust Research Group has completed a survey of all urban parks in Hampshire and is hosting an exhibition showcasing four years of research.
We will have a window display of historical artefacts including maps and directories that Warren and Son used to print. We also will be showcasing more modern ways of staying in contact and a QR code to access our video.
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!
A 90-minute guided walk up and around St Giles Hill, including the prominent, wooded slopes and park that overlooks the centre of the city of Winchester. The walk will be led by noted horticulturalist and local historian Dr Harry Mycock.
Romsey Signal Box - a Working Museum, with hands-on activities for everyone.
This is a guided tour around the West Hill Cemetery in Winchester. Led by Dr Christina Welch (University of Winchester) it will provide an overview of the site from its establishment through to more contemporary times. Do wear appropriate footwear.
Matt Fletcher and Kevin Butler, of performance troupe Out There Actions, tell the true story of a curious adventure experienced by two cows at Winchester City Mill in September 1849. A ten-minute show for the whole family, performed on demand.
Join us for a stroll through Victoria Park to learn about its rich heritage and history!
Parking at the nearby Recreation ground PO9 6AE
Visit a late 1970's home with energy, transport and heating costs at £75 per month. Talk to the owner and find out how he upgraded his house with energy efficiency measures that include external wall insulation, solar panels and a heat pump.
In this 200th year since Railways were first invented, this walk, along part of the popular Hayling Puffing Billy line, will discuss how this key development of steam engines pumping water from mines came to move freight across the country.
Winchester MG Owners Club invite classic and sports cars to gather and parade around Winchester city centre to provide a moving display of motoring heritage.
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.
A.E. Stallard 1861-1953. A significant architect based for much of his career in Havant. This talk will discuss his work and that of other architects and builders in the vicinity.
Winchester Muse poetry platform meets monthly at the Winchester School of Art. Accomplished poets will read their original work on the HOD theme of 'Architecture.'
To prepare for this afternoon's talk on the work of AE Stallard, the Havant Architect, this guided walk will visit some of the key local buildings designed by him.
Home to an epic series of large-scale murals by the acclaimed artist Sir Stanley Spencer created to honour the ‘forgotten dead’ of the First World War.
Visit an energy efficient Victorian terraced house in central Winchester, talk to the owner and find out what they've done and how they did it.
Join the Portsmouth History Centre at sites across the city for a brand new Archives Roadshow! This stop on the roadshow is Aspex Gallery, Gunwharf.
Hinton Admiral is an 18th Century mansion, set in a parkland situation.
The house is a family home and, as such, contains paintings and objects which reflect the history of the family.
Discover the story behind one of Winchester’s most striking new buildings with a guided tour of Winchester College's Sports Centre, designed by local practice Design Engine Architects.
Join us on Saturday 20th September for the Winchester Military Museums Big Open Day! Free entry to all 6 museums all day!
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!
Step inside and discover the rich history of the Middle Brook Centre — from the Ritz cinema, to a bingo hall, to today's church. Share your memories and help bring its past to life!
Discover more about your local area with a visit to the Bitterne Local History Society.
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.
Do you want to start your family history or explore the story of your house? Hampshire Archives are open for everyone, so step inside our Grade 2 listed building and find out how to get started.
Join local artists and florists for the immersive exhibition 'Botanical Metamorphosis' within the historic, Grade I listed Round Tower, situated in the heart of Old Portsmouth.
The name Wade existed in the Domesday Book as part of the manor of Warblington. Since 2006, the present owners have been restoring the Japanese and Italian style gardens and ornamental lake. Restoration is ongoing but you are invited to visit.
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.
Havant has a wealth of interesting Cemeteries and this guided walk will introduce you to a number of former citizens, each with an interesting story to tell.
Join the Portsmouth History Centre at sites across the city for a brand new Archives Roadshow! This stop on the roadshow is North End Library.
Join us for a special interactive talk on the World War Two clandestine Stansted Patrol of the 203rd Home Guard.
Visit our beautiful roastery and discover the journey of coffee from bean to cup.
See a 1680's Grade II listed house which has been made more energy-efficient: air source heat pump, secondary triple-glazing, under-floorboard insulation (two types), thermal wallpaper, thermal lime plaster, hemp insulation, solar panels, battery.
Come and try your hand at bell ringing in our friendly tower. Learn about how the bells work and
chime a bell yourself.
To celebrate the museum's 70th anniversary and Heritage Open Day's 2025 theme of architecture.
An illustrated talk by one of our experts here at the Heritage Centre will focus on the role played by those who worked for the Special Operations Executive during World War II, many of whom were trained in secret locations across the New Forest.
Join us on a series of exciting tours that delve into the unusual architecture history of the Organ of Portsmouth Cathedral.
For Heritage Open Days, find out more about some of the artefacts that have recently been given to the museum.
Almost 200 years ago local agricultural workers revolted in what has come to be known as the Swing Riots. This special day’s events, including the play reading of ‘The Women Left Behind’ by Christine Lawrence celebrate and bemoan those events.
Join the Portsmouth History Centre at sites across the city for a brand new Archives Roadshow! This stop on the roadshow is Cosham Library.
