Welcome to England’s largest heritage festival!
Heritage Open Days will be taking place between the 12th-21st September, at thousands of places across the country. Join 46,400 visitors in celebrating local places and stories and explore the multitude of familiar and hidden places on your doorstep, completely free of charge.
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Discover the town's history as you explore its picturesque streets. Admire the unusual 17th-century Market House perched on stilts and uncover Tudor secrets at the beautifully restored Masters House. Wander along the cobbled Church Lane to visit the 16th-century Painted Room, the Heritage Centre, and the Butcher Row House Museum. Finish your tour at St Michael’s and All Angels Church, home to a painting thought to be from Titian’s school. Surrounding the town, you'll find tranquil woods ideal for walking, with the Malvern Hills and Marcle Ridge nearby for more adventurous hikes.
Ledbury's Heritage Open Days Booklet 2025
Click here to listen to our introduction for 2025!
Click on the below buildings to hear an audio of the building.
The Market House
The Burgage Hall
Butcher Row House Museum
16th Century Painted Room
Ledbury Church Tower
St Michael and All Angels
St Katherine's Barn
The Chapel at New Street Cemetery
The Poetry House
St Katherines
The Master's House
Ledbury Heritage Centre / Old Grammar School
History isn't just confined to the interiors of buildings; it’s all around us. We’ve crafted a special trail in Ledbury that allows you to explore some of the fascinating exterior features and stories that highlight our historic buildings. While not all of our buildings will be open throughout Heritage Open Days, this trail offers you a unique opportunity to walk through the town, learn intriguing facts about these landmarks, and uncover details you might otherwise overlook. Enjoy your journey through Ledbury’s rich heritage!
The Sundial at Bowling Green Cottage
The Ledbury Viaduct
Southend Toll House
Little Marcle Road Toll House