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Heritage Open Days

13 – 22 September 2019

Heritage Open Days celebrate England’s fantastic architecture and culture by offering free access to properties that are usually closed to the public or normally charge for admission. Properties of every age, type and size in Chester and the Cheshire West area are opened, including churches, schools, halls, historic sites and historic buildings.

It is a once-a-year chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring to life local history and culture.

As they are free of charge and literally on people’s doorstep Heritage Open Days are for everyone, whatever their background, age and ability.

Co-ordinated nationally by The National Trust, the event thrives on the enthusiasm and expertise of local people. In Cheshire, The Chester Civic Trust and the Council work closely to make it a memorable celebration and incidentally, a contribution to England’s largest voluntary cultural event.

Building owners who would like to include their property in future Heritage Open Days can contact The History Hub @ The Grosvenor Museum

New to HODs:Grade I listed parish church, dating from the 12th century. Notable features include a carved Norman doorway, Medieval arrow sharpening grooves, and 17th/18th century furnishings.

Email: chh@cheshirewestandchester.gov.uk
Telephone: 01244 972115

You can also visit the Heritage Open Days website for more information or download a Heritage Open Days Booklet.

Heritage Open Days 2019

Bishop Lloyd's Palace

Converted from two medieval townhouses in the early 17th century and home to Chester Civic Trust. Ornate plaster ceilings and elaborate carvings on the front gable.

St. Michael’s Church

New to HODs: Grade I listed parish church, dating from the 12th century. Notable features include a carved Norman doorway, Medieval arrow sharpening grooves, and 17th/18th century furnishings

Brunner Guildhall

New to HODs: Grade I listed building designed by A.E. Powles, given to Winsford in 1897 by Sir John Brunner as a Diamond Jubilee gift. It was opened in 1899 as a meeting and function place for the local community.

St John the Baptist

The Parish Church of St John the Baptist is the oldest Norman building in the city and its finest. Founded in AD689

Grosvenor Museum

Purpose built museum opened in 1886. Designed by Thomas M Lockwood to hold the collections of Chester Archaelogical Society and Chester Society of Natural Science, Literature and Art

St Mary's Centre

Formerly the church of St. Mary-on-the-Hill. It was commissioned c. 1350, partly to serve the growing needs of the garrision at Chester Castle.