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The attractions you can visit for free next month

Free admission to hundreds of England’s tourist attractions will be available throughout September
Free admission to hundreds of England’s tourist attractions will be available throughout September (National Trust/Annapurna Mellor )
  • The Heritage Open Days festival will offer free admission to hundreds of England's historical and heritage sites from 12 to 21 September.
  • Visitors can explore a diverse range of attractions, including museums, stately homes, churches, and National Trust properties, without charge.
  • Highlights include opportunities for shipwreck archaeology in Hampshire, tours of a Cold War-era military bunker in Cambridgeshire, and a Black Tudor history walk in London.
  • While all activities are free, some require advance booking, and visitors should check the Heritage Open Days website for details and local listings.
  • The festival, founded in 1994, aims to make history and culture more accessible, with last year's event attracting many new visitors and fostering local pride.
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