Heritage Open Days is now well underway, with activities carrying on until Sunday 20 September.
It is the largest festival of history and culture in England and gives people the chance to uncover hidden places and try out new experiences every September.
Residents and visitors alike have been given the chance to step into some of Exeter’s most interesting buildings and discover their secrets and history.
During the past few days people have enjoyed stepping aboard the historic vessel Britannia, celebrating women’s achievements in the city via Exeter landmarks, and even exploring the history of St Sidwell’s.
There are still many fascinating activities to get involved in including:
- A guided tour of the Exeter Cathedral and Treasures Exhibition to discover why people left mysterious objects at the tomb of Bishop Lacy during the 1400s.
- Unravel the fascinating story of Topsham, which began as the Roman port serving Exeter, and its long maritime history.
- Step inside Exeter’s Historic Guildhall and discover more than 800 years of civic history, one of England’s oldest municipal buildings still in continuous use.
- A special tour of St Nicholas Priory and uncover how the building, including the magnificent guest wing, was extensively restored between 1912 and 1916. A story now being shared with visitors for the first time.
All these tours are free of charge, but some require booking in advance to secure places.
For more information on all events go to the Heritage Open Days website - Heritage Open Days

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