Heritage Open Days 2024 (6th – 15th September)
We're delighted to be taking part in England's largest celebration of history and culture again this year. The festival brings people together to celebrate their heritage, community and history, and offers the perfect opportunity to see hidden places and try out new experiences!
This year’s theme is ‘Routes – Networks – Connections’, celebrating how people and ideas have moved around and come together throughout history.
Hard Hat tours
Join us for a behind the scenes tour of areas currently under construction including the magnificent Blue Room, the former entertaining space of the 9th Earl of Devon.
Librarian’s tours
Join our Librarian for a tour of the library, including a chance to get up close with some of the books from our special collections. No white gloves needed!
Saturday 7 September – Hard Hat tours 1pm / 2pm / 3pm
Tuesday 10 Sept – Librarian’s tour 11am
Wednesday 11 Sept – Hard Hat tours 1pm /2pm / 3pm
Thursday 12 September – Librarian’s tour 2pm
Saturday 14 September – Hard Hat tours 1pm /2pm /3pm
No booking necessary, just turn up! Please note that entrance to the building is currently via Chapel Street, please click here for full instructions.