Heritage Open Days 2012
The Judge's Lodgings, Lancaster
Heritage Open Days is the country’s annual celebration of its rich architectural and cultural heritage. In 2012 this will take place over four days, 6 to 9 September.
Offering you free access to some interesting buildings of every age and style, ranging from castles to theatres, museums to town halls as well as other hidden gems which are not normally open to the public.
Did you know that the Judges' Lodgings is the oldest town house in Lancaster and used to be the home of Thomas Covell, the famous witchfinder-general who played a part in the trials and imprisonment of the Lancashire Witches? www.citycoastcountryside.co.uk/whats-on/the-lancashire-witches-2012-anniversary
Winter Gardens
Why not take the opportunity to step inside the fabulous Victorian Pavillion Theatre now known as the Winter Gardens in Morecambe www.thewintergardensmorecambe.co.uk or gaze over the fantastic array of vintage vehicles on show nearby which take part in the Bradford to Morecambe Vintage Vehicle Rally on Sunday, 9 September.
Or take a trip to the quaint village of Heysham http://www.citycoastcountryside.co.uk/things-to-do/inspire-me/a-stroll-around-heysham-village-and-heysham-head where you will find the remains of St Patrick's Chapel and see the ancient rock-hewn graves which are amongst the ruins.
This is a chance to discover many hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours which bring to life the districts history and culture.
If you want to be part of the Heritage Open Days then visit www.heritageopendays.org.uk. for further information.
Details of participating venues will be listed nearer the time.