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Open the door to a fascinating day out

Posted on 24/05/2010

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Some of the boroughs most spectacular and intriguing buildings will be opening their doors to the public this September - and organisers now want to know what local building you’d like to have a look around.

Heritage Open Days is a nationwide event, celebrating England’s architecture and culture by offering free access to buildings that are usually closed to the public or charge admission. It’s a once a year chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a wide range of tours, events and activities which bring to local history and culture to life!

But it’s much more than just old relics … buildings of every age, style and function will be open to provide a chance to discover hidden architectural treasures and enjoy a range of tours, events and activities.

Throughout England, follies, contemporary buildings, churches, factories, tunnels, temples, offices, private homes, industrial sites and town halls will be open. There’ll be guided walks, re-enactments, trails and children’s activities, literally an endless list of places and ways to discover them.

So what local building would you like to see open to the public in September? Email your suggestions by 11 June to tic@link4life.org or in writing to: Heritage Open Days, Tourist Information Centre, Touchstones, The Esplanade, Rochdale OL16 1QA.

Tourism Officer Tim Nuttall said Heritage Open Days will be fascinating for everyone:
“Last year over 25 local gems were open, but this time we want to add some new experiences to make it even better. So tell us what you really want to see!”

Organised by volunteers and supported by English Heritage, Rochdale Borough Council and Link4Life, Heritage Open Days is England’s biggest and most popular voluntary cultural event. Last year the event attracted around 1 million visitors nationwide.

Details of the local buildings taking part in the borough will be announced in July and the open days will be held on 9 – 12 September, so get your thinking caps on!