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13 - 22 SEPTEMBER 2019

HeritageDaysOpen

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CONTENTSROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA

7 All Saints’ Parish Church

7 Brunswick Street Cemetery – Leamington History Group Guided Walk

7 Foundry Wood

8 Holy Trinity Church

8 Leamington Society: Guided walk Jephson Gardens

8 Leamington Society: Guided walk Pump Room Gardens

10 Leamington Society: Heritage Walk

10 Leamington Society: Literary Walk

10 Leamington Station

11 Polish Centre LPCM

11 St Mark’s Church

11 St Mary’s Church

12 Salvation Army Community Centre

12 South Lodge Jephson Gardens

12 Tours of the Leamington Spa Art Gallery and Museum

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14 Alderson House

14 Collegiate Church of St Mary’s

14 The Court House

15 Fusilier Museum

15 Guy’s Cliffe Centre

15 Guy’s Cliffe Walled Garden

16 Hill Close Gardens

16 Lord Leycester Hospital

16 The Old Shire Hall

17 St John’s House

18 St Mary Immaculate RC Church

18 St Nicholas Church

18 St Paul’s Church

19 Warwickshire County Records Office

19 Warwick Society Town Walks

19 Warwickshire Yeomanry Museum

KENILWORTH

21 Kenilworth Abbey ‘Barn’ Museum & Heritage Centre

21 Kenilworth St Mary’s Priory & Abbey Ruins – Guided Tour

21 St Barnabas Church

22 St Nicholas Church

EXPLORE THE DISTRICT’S VILLAGES

24 All Saints’ Church, Ladbroke

24 Baddesley Clinton

25 Bagot’s Castle

25 Chesterton Windmill

25 Packwood House

26 St Anne’s Catholic Church, Wappenbury

26 St John the Baptist Church, Baginton

26 St John the Baptist Church, Wasperton

28 St Margaret’s Church, Hunningham

28 St Mary’s Church, Cubbington

28 St Peter’s Church, Barford

28 Southam History Walks

29 Temple Balsall Church & The Foundation of Lady Katherine Leveson

EXPLOREWith so many places to explore we’ve

created a key guide so you can see what facilities each venue has to offer.

Family friendly

Refreshments

Churches

Guided walks

Guided tours

Wheelchair access

Temples

Storytelling

Talks

Gardens & parks

Lifts

Period buildings

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Welcome A very warm welcome to the district’s annual

Heritage Open Days. We are proud to be part of England’s biggest and best heritage festival involving

over 40,000 volunteers and 5000 events. This year’s events are taking place over ten consecutive days, giving you even more opportunities to take part in a guided

tour or visit buildings, gardens and places of historic interest not normally open to the public, free of charge. There are a total of

48 venues for you to visit and explore. We would love you to share photos of your HOD experiences via Facebook, Instagram or Twitter

using #DiscoverHODWarwickI would like to give my thanks to the dozens of volunteers,

who have once again given up their time to organise the fantastic range of activities taking place this year.

Have a great time!

Councillor George IllingworthChairman

Warwick District Council

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ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA

BRUNSWICK STREET CEMETERY – LEAMINGTON HISTORY GROUP GUIDED WALKBrunswick Street, CV31 2DS

Saturday 14 | Sunday 15 | 2.30pm

A chance to discover the resting place of some of the more eccentric ‘inhabitants’ of Leamington’s extensive Victorian Cemetery and architect-designed chapels.

Suitable for most age groups, but in wet weather not suitable for those with mobility difficulties, as paths are narrow and can be slippery underfoot.

Meet the guide at the central entrance to the cemetery on Brunswick Street.

FOUNDRY WOODPrinces Drive, CV32 6AF

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 | 10am-5pmSunday 15 | 11am-3pm

On Sunday 15 September representatives from the Friends of Foundry Wood will be on site to explain about the history of the site including links with the railways, foundries and the recent conversion into a community woodland.Drop in anytime for a chat and then enjoy a walk around the woods at your own leisure.

ALL SAINTS’ PARISH CHURCHVictoria Terrace, CV31 1AA

Wednesday 18 | 10am-1pm Thursday 19, Friday 13, 20 | 10.30am-2pmSaturday 14, 21 | 10.30am-12.30pmSunday 15, 22 | 12noon-1pm

Large beautifully decorated Victorian Parish Church, with stunning stained glass. To really appreciate the building and its traditions, come to a sung Communion service at 10.30am on either Sunday.

Battle of Britain Commemoration Service on Sunday 15 afternoon. Time to be confirmed.

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HOLY TRINITY CHURCHBeauchamp Avenue, CV32 5RG

Friday 13 | Saturday 14 | 10am–4pmSaturday 21 | 10am–12noon

Holy Trinity is a Grade II listed building which was originally built as a proprietary chapel in 1847. It became a parish church in 1899 and, with the addition of a nave, took its present form in 1914. It has a Daniel Cottier ‘Arts and Crafts’ stained glass window, and Italian mosaics on the chancel floor.

Display — Parish Magazine Letters from the Front, 1914-1916 .

LEAMINGTON SOCIETY GUIDED WALK – JEPHSON GARDENSParade, CV32 4AA

Thursday 19 | 2.30pm

Jephson Gardens are a very special place in Leamington. Come and take a tour of the gardens learning about their fascinating history and identifying some of the interesting trees.

Meet at the entrance to Jephson Gardens opposite the Pump Rooms.

LEAMINGTON SOCIETY GUIDED WALK – PUMP ROOM GARDENS The Bandstand, Pump Room Gardens, CV32 4AA

Wednesday 18 | 2.30pm

A guided walk round the Pump Rooms Gardens, giving their history and an explanation of the recent works to restore the bandstand and improve the gardens.

Meet at the Bandstand.

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ST MARK’S CHURCHRugby Road, CV32 6DL

Friday 13, 20 | Monday 16 | 11am-1pmSaturday 14 | 11am-3pmWednesday 18 | 9am-1pmSaturday 21 | 10am-1pm

Visit the only remaining Parish Church designed by George Gilbert Scott Jnr. (1879). There is a wealth of stained glass, including Kempe. William Hill organ.

Free refreshments, guides, children’s trail, and much local history information and pictures.

Number 1 bus route from Leamington or Warwick.

ST MARY’S CHURCHSt Mary’s Road, CV31 1JN

Monday 16 | Thursday 19 | Friday 20 | 10am-4pm

Designed in 1838-39 by J G Jackson and constructed almost entirely in a stucco finish, including the tower. Explore the fascinating interior including a gallery and contemporary painted panels by international artist Mo Enright, either side of the altar.

POLISH CENTRE LPCM 54 High Street, CV31 1LW

Sunday 15 | 1pm-4pm

Leamington Spa’s first Town Hall and former Police Station has, for the past 50 years, served as a centre for the Polish Community. The original Council Chamber and the upper part of the Ballroom can be viewed.

Unfortunately, there is no disabled access.

LEAMINGTON SOCIETY – LITERARY WALKAll Saints Church, Priory Terrace, CV31 1AA

Sunday 15 | 2.30pm

The famous writers associated with Leamington came here because of its fame as a spa town, which people visited not only for their health but also for entertainment. For writers like Dickens a spa provided an opportunity to make contact with readers and to make money. Our tour will take in places where writers lived, performed or just relaxed.

Meet by the blue Spring sculpture outside All Saints Church, at the bottom of Parade.

LEAMINGTON STATION Old Warwick Road, CV31 3NS

Saturday 14 | 2pm-4pm | Sunday 22 | 10.30am-12.30pm

Take a guided tour of Leamington’s award winning station gardens together with the public areas of the restored Grade II listed Art Deco buildings. After the tour, refreshments will be provided by Little Italy café, courtesy of Chiltern Railways.

Meet approximately 10 metres to the right of the station entrance as you face it.

LEAMINGTON SOCIETY – HERITAGE WALKParade, CV32 4AA

Saturday 14 | 2.30pm

A guided walk round the historic centre of Leamington noting the buildings of importance, with stories of those who contributed to Leamington’s growth and charm.

Tour is approximately 11/2 hours and is suitable for mobility scooters.Meet at the entrance to Jephson Gardens opposite the Pump Rooms.

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SALVATION ARMY COMMUNITY CENTRE1A Chapel Street, CV31 1EJ

Tuesday 17 | 10am-3pm

This year Leamington Spa Salvation Army is celebrating its 140th anniversary in the town. We invite you to call into the hall to join us for refreshments, to learn about our history in Leamington and see how we support people locally and beyond. There will also be an opportunity to see where your generous donations help to support vulnerable people at the ‘Way Ahead Project’.

SOUTH LODGE, JEPHSON GARDENSSouth Lodge, Jephson Gardens (Parade Entrance), Parade, CV32 4AA

Friday 13 | Saturday 14 | Sunday 15 | 12.30pm-3.30pm

South Lodge is home to a permanent exhibition dedicated to the history of Leamington’s award-winning Jephson Gardens, from its early days as an arboretum, through its ‘Dig for Victory’ days in WW2, to its present-day Green Flag status. The gardens have lots to offer families, including sensory garden and a sculpture trail.

TOURS OF THE LEAMINGTON SPA ART GALLERY AND MUSEUMRoyal Pump Rooms, Lower Parade, CV32 4AA

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 Tours 2pm & 3pm (except Monday)

A chance to have a guided historical tour around the Pump Rooms including the Library, Art Gallery and Assembly Rooms.

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FUSILIER MUSEUM St John’s House, St John’s, CV34 4NF

Monday 16 | 10am-4pmSaturday 21 | 10am-5pm

Explore a hidden treasure. The Museum tells the story of the county infantry regiment from 1674 to the Fusiliers of today.

Discover amazing stories - Hannah Snell, a female soldier; the tragic events of the sinking of the Birkenhead and the origins of ‘women and children first’; Field Marshals Slim and Montgomery and the famous D-Day landings.

On Saturday 21 at 1pm local expert, David Baynham, will give a fascinating talk around the displays and the history of the Regiment.On Monday 16 at 2pm there will be a talk by Ian Binnie about the 9th Battalion of the Royal Warwickshire Regiment in Gallipoli.

GUY’S CLIFFE CENTRE Coventry Road, CV34 5YD

Saturday 14 | Sunday 15 | 10am-4pm

Set in eight acres of parkland this ancient location is where the legendary Guy of Warwick lived and died as a hermit. The site was also a Saxon Hermitage dating from the mid 6th century and is of geological scientific interest with prehistoric fossil on cliffe-side. Guy’s Cliffe Ruin with 15th century St. Mary Magdalene Chapel is currently being used as a Masonic Temple.

There is no need to book and on site parking and refreshments are available.

GUY’S CLIFFE WALLED GARDENCoventry Road, CV34 5FJ. Behind Hinton’s Nursery

Saturday 14 | Sunday 15 | 10am-3.30pm

Come and explore the fascinating history of Guy’s Cliffe walled gardens, dating from the 1770s and supplying the Guy’s Cliffe estate until the 1940s. Work began six years ago to restore the Garden, using plans from the early 19th century. The garden layout has already been reinstated, and the beds once more planted with fruit, flowers and vegetables including many heritage varieties. The garden has a very relaxed and inviting feel for visitors of all ages.

Refreshments will be available.

COLLEGIATE CHURCH OF ST MARYOld Square, CV34 4RA

Guided Tours of the Church | Saturday 21 | 2pm and 3.30pmTours of the tower with an opportunity to see the bellsSaturday 21 | Sunday 22 | 2pm and 3.30pm (limited to 12 people)Pop up café | Saturday 21 | Sunday 22 | 2pm to 4.30pm

Set in the heart of Warwick, St Mary’s dates back nearly 900 years and is one of the largest parish churches in England. Some of the hidden gems include; the Dean’s chapel, Beauchamp Chapel, Victorian ringing room and our magnificent bells. Why not link your visit on Saturday 21 with Warwick Society Town walks at 12.30pm and 5pm (see page 19).

THE COURT HOUSEJury Street, CV34 4EW

Saturday 21 | 11am-3pm

Designed and built by Francis Smith in 1725, the Court House is nestled in the heart of Warwick steps away from Warwick Castle and St. Mary’s Church. The Court House replaced a medieval tavern and is one of the few buildings which survived the Great Fire of Warwick in 1694. The Court House now operates as a venue for private events and weddings.

Warwick Town Council volunteer group, Unlocking Warwick will host tours of The Court House at 11am and 2pm.

ALDERSON HOUSE 23 High Street, CV34 4AX

Saturday 14 | 10am-2pm

Alderson House is the meeting place for the Freemasons in Warwick. It is a beautiful post Fire Georgian building with many original features and interesting cellars. You will see the interior of a Masonic Lodge where we also conduct our wedding ceremonies.

Please note access is from Back Lane. On-site parking is available.

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ST JOHN’S HOUSE St John’s, CV34 4NF

Saturday 21 | 10am-3pm

Discover St John’s House Museum and explore the Victorian kitchen and school room. Book onto a session with our Victorian school mistress or laundry maid to find out more about life in the Victorian era.

Schoolroom sessions at: 10.30am and 12.30pm.Laundry sessions at 11.30am and 1.30pm.Booking required for Schoolroom and Laundry sessions.www.warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice

LORD LEYCESTER HOSPITAL60 High Street, CV34 4BH

Tuesday 17 | 10am-5pmGuided Tours | Sunday 22 | 10am, 12noon, 2pm, 4pm

Medieval Warwick half-timbered gem with a 500 year-old garden.A fine example of English medieval courtyard architecture. Formerly the home of the Guilds of Warwick from the 1300s until the Tudor age when Lord Dudley, Earl of Leicester founded a place of refuge for wounded warriors who fought for Queen Elizabeth I. Today it is a working charity, open to the public for events, tours and visits.

Tours are restricted to 25 people on a first come first served basis, visitors can sign up at the start of the day.

THE OLD SHIRE HALL 5-9 Northgate Street CV34 4SP

Sunday 15,22 | 11am-3pm

The Old Shire Hall’s history dates back to the 15th century when it was home to Warwick Assizes. In 1542 the County Gaol moved to Northgate Street and Shire Hall followed. In 1694 the Great Fire of Warwick tore through the town and between 1753 and 1754 it was completely rebuilt to include courtrooms, a Gaol and Military Barracks. The Judges’ House was built between 1814 and 1816, with Crown court sessions held as recently as 2010.

HILL CLOSE GARDENSBread & Meat Close, CV34 6HF

Saturday 14 | 11am-5pm (last entry 4.30pm)

A unique visitor attraction with 16 restored Victorian detached gardens with summerhouses. Plant sales and tearoom open.

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WARWICK SOCIETY TOWN WALKS

Saturday 14 | 10.30am | Saturday 21 | 12.30pm and 5pm

Warwick has a distinctive mix of mediaeval buildings and of architecture of the early Georgian period, rebuilt after the Great Fire of 1694. Members of the Warwick Society will lead walks around the historic town centre, talking of how it has evolved over the centuries, and of what its future might hold.

Meet in the Market Place, at the front steps of Shire Hall.No need to book.

WARWICKSHIRE COUNTY RECORD OFFICEWarwickshire County Record Office, Priory Park, off Cape Road, CV34 4JS

Thursday 19 | 7pm-8pm

Find out how we care for Warwickshire’s precious documents at the County Record Office and go behind the scenes to visit our strong rooms with our senior archivist Rob Eyre.

Booking required www.warwickshire.gov.uk/heritageboxoffice

WARWICKSHIRE YEOMANRY MUSEUMCastle Street, CV34 4EW (situated in the basement of the Court House)

Saturday 14, 21 | Sunday 15, 22 | 10am-4pmMonday 16 | Wednesday 18 | Friday 20 | 10am-12noonMonday 16 ‘Open Discussion on Gallipoli 1915’ from 10am-12noonFriday 20 ‘Meet The Museum Team’ from 10am-12noon

This Regimental Museum is completely supported by volunteers. Its aim is to safeguard the heritage and collective memory of those who have served with the Warwickshire Yeomanry. The collection is housed in five rooms within the basement of The Court House. It covers the period 1794 to 1956 when the Warwickshire Yeomanry amalgamated with The Queen’s Own Worcestershire Hussars.

ST MARY IMMACULATE RC CHURCH45 West Street, CV34 6AB

Sunday 22 | 1.30pm-5pm

Visit Edward Welby Pugin’s decorated English Gothic church, with stained glass by artist Tony (Antoine) Dury, who was a parishioner and sang in the choir at the opening service in 1860. JRR Tolkien was married here in 1916.

Teas in the Parish Centre, the former parish school, next door, .

ST NICHOLAS CHURCHChurch Street, CV34 4JD

Friday 13, 20 | Saturday 14, 21 | 11am–5pmSunday 15 | 12noon–3pm | Sunday 22 | 2pm–5pmSunday 15 | Free concert open to all ‘Solstice Wind Quintet’Friday 20 | 7.30pm | Talk ‘Is science incompatible with faith in God?’Saturday 21 | 10am | Talks ‘Temple theology: Creation, Covenant, Atonement and Wisdom’ and ‘God and Natural disasters’Saturday 21 | 2pm | Family and Children’s Activities

Take a guided tour of this unusually fine example of Gothic revival architecture, built by Thomas Johnson of Warwick. The church pre-dates the Victorian excesses and has a rare, delicate, simple style. There will be an art exhibition by three local artists Gill Buick, Dennis Crips and Karen French.

Refreshments available.

ST PAULS CHURCHFriars Street, CV34 6HA

Thursday 19 | 10am-12noon | Saturday 21 | 10am-4pm

An opportunity to look around the church, which was originallyused as a cemetery chapel for the larger Warwick churchesbefore being consecrated as a church in its own right in 1844.

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KENILWORTH ABBEY ‘BARN’ MUSEUM & HERITAGE CENTREAbbey Fields, CV8 1BP

Saturday 14 | Sunday 15 | Saturday 21 | Sunday 22 | 2.30pm-4.30pm

The Kenilworth Abbey ‘Barn’ Museum & Heritage Centre contains artefacts from and exhibitions about Kenilworth’s St Mary’s Priory and Abbey as well as local history from the Bronze Age to the 20th century. Children’s activity sheet available.

KENILWORTH ST MARY’S PRIORY & ABBEY RUINS – GUIDED TOURAbbey Fields, CV8 1BP

Saturday 14 and Sunday 15 | 3pm

Members of the Kenilworth History & Archaeology Society will be leading a guided tour of Kenilworth Abbey ruins, bringing to life the people who lived and worked there, what became of them and why there is so little left of a once magnificent Augustinian Abbey. This year we are commemorating the 900th anniversary of the Priory’s foundation (1119 to 2019).

ST BARNABAS CHURCHAlbion Street, CV8 2FY

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 | 9am-5pm10am-5pm on Saturday

Previously known as St Nicholas Mission Room, services at St Barnabas began back in 1886 in the community of Albion Street. The church is part of the Parish Church of St Nicholas.

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EXPLORE THE DISTRICT’S VILLAGES

ST NICHOLAS CHURCH28 High Street, CV8 1BP

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 | 9am-5pm(except during services on Sundays)

Located close to the remains of Kenilworth Abbey, this lovelychurch features a 14th century west tower and spire,decorated arches and perpendicular clerestory restored in1864.

Refreshments available Fridays 13, 22 | 10.15am-11.30am

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BAGOT’S CASTLEChurch Road, Baginton, CV8 3AR

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 | 12noon-4.30pm

Set in 19 acres of pastureland, a castle lost for hundreds of years: The original building is believed to have been constructed on the site in the 11th century, at the time of King Henry I. The present castle is thought to have been built sometime in the 1380s by Sir William Bagot, a distinguished nobleman of the time. He is thought to have entertained Richard II there. The castle subsequently passed through several hands and eventually became derelict in the 16th century. David Hewer became Custodian of Bagot’s Castle in 2005. In November 2011 restoration works were completed to consolidate the remains of the ruin.

Visitor Centre, Children’s trail, Bagot goats and Hardwick Sheep, picnic area. We will be serving home made cakes, tea, coffee and soft drinks.

CHESTERTON WINDMILLWindmill Hill Lane, Chesterton, CV33 9LB(off the Fosse Way (B4455) near Harbury)

Saturday 14 | Sunday 15 | 10.30am-4.30pm | last entry 3.30pm

A chance to look at and find out more about Chesterton Windmill, a local landmark that was built between 1632 and 1633.

PACKWOOD HOUSEPackwood Lane, Lapworth, B94 6AT

Saturday 14 | Site open | 9am-5pm | House open | 11am-4.30pm

Surrounded by beautiful gardens and countryside, Packwood wasdescribed by a guest in the 1930s as ‘a house to dream of, agarden to dream in’. Lovingly restored at the beginning of the 20thcentury by Graham Baron Ash, the house contains a wonderfulcollection of 16th century furniture and textiles. The gardensinclude herbaceous borders, sculpted yews and an 18th centurygentleman’s kitchen garden with herbs, flowers and vegetables.

ALL SAINTS’ CHURCH, LADBROKE Church Road, CV47 2DF

Friday 13 | 2pm-4.30pm | Saturday 14 | 10am-4.30pmSunday 15 | 2pm-4pmGuided Tours: Saturday 14 | 11am and 3pm

All Saints’ Church with its unusual striped tower, Gilbert Scott interior and fine stained glass stands in a picture postcard setting. Find out about our church and village history and how to discover who’s who in the windows. The theme of our special exhibition and activities this year is maps.

BADDESLEY CLINTON Rising Lane, Baddesley Clinton, B93 0DQ

Saturday 14 | Site open 9am-5pm | Mansion open 11am-4.30pm

A secluded, intimate estate set in the heart of the Forest of Arden with 500 years of fascinating and unexpected stories. The house was sanctuary not only for the Ferrers family, who owned Baddesley Clinton for over 500 years, but also for persecuted Catholics who were hidden from priest hunters in its secret hiding places during the 1590s.Visitors can find out about four powerful women who lived at Baddesley Clinton as part of our ‘Voice.Activism.Faith’ programming.

Accompanying children’s trail is also available.

ST ANNE’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, WAPPENBURYCV33 9DW

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 | Every day 9am-5pm

The original small chapel, built in 1774, is reliably assumed to be the current Sanctuary. The new chapel was opened in 1849 by Bishop Nicholas Wiseman. The church was the first Catholic parish church to be built in the diocese since the reformation. St Anne’s was completely renovated and refurbished between January and September 2014.

Mass will be celebrated as usual at 8.30am on Sundays 15, 22 September.

Refreshments Saturday 21 | 10am-12noon | Sunday 22 | 10am-1pm

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ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH, BAGINTONChurch Road, CV8 3AR

Saturday 21 to Sunday 22 | 12noon-4pm

Come and see this fascinating 12th century sandstone churchwith a central spire. The interior has a very fine 15th centurybrass dedicated to Sir William Bagot and his wife Margaret,together with 17th and 18th century mural tablets and 18thcentury panelling.

ST JOHN THE BAPTIST CHURCH, WASPERTONWasperton, CV35 8EB

Saturday 14 | Sunday 15 | 11am-4pm

Set in a peaceful location this small church was remodelled byGG Scott in 1847 incorporating an earlier building of 1736,There is a pulpit from 1600 and an 18th century wrought ironCommunion rail. There are also a timber porch and bellcote withspirelet; and two windows designed by Pugin.

ST MARGARET’S CHURCH, HUNNINGHAMSchool Lane, CV33 9DS

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 | Open during daylight

Built in 1216 so that residents could attend church when the river crossing to Wappenbury was flooded.

The church was constructed with Ashlar sandstone with Victorian additions and a wooden bell tower. The West wall consists of a huge exterior buttress and a long pointed light containing the Millennium window. The font is white sandstone from the 14th century.

The church is rural in delightful countryside.

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SOUTHAM HISTORY WALKS St James Church, Park Lane, Southam CV47 0JA

Friday 20 | Church open 9.30amTours | 10am | 11am and 12noon

St James Church has teamed up with the Southam Heritage Collection who will lead history walks around the town, starting and finishing in the church. The walks will take place at 10am, 11am and 12noon and last for approximately one hour.

TEMPLE BALSALL CHURCH & THE FOUNDATION OF LADY KATHERINE LEVESONFen End Road West,Temple Balsall, B93 0AN

Saturday 14 | 12noon-4.30pmSunday 15 | 12.30pm-4.30pm

A tranquil rural setting dating back to 1146 and the Knights Templars, with 17th century endowments for church, almshouses and a school by the grand-daughters of Robert Dudley, Earl of Leicester. The church was restored in 19th century by Sir George Gilbert Scott, and the composer of ‘It’s a Long Way to Tipperary’ is buried in the nearby cemetery.

Baddesley Clinton and Packwood House are nearby

ST MARY’S CHURCH, CUBBINGTONChurch Lane, Cubbington, CV32 7JT

Friday 13 to Sunday 22 | 1pm-5pm

A chance to visit this Grade I listed Norman church dating from the 12th century with exceptional stained glass windows and surrounded by an award winning churchyard. Bells were hung in the church tower in the early 1600s and have been rung regularly ever since.(Image courtesy of Anne Langley)

ST PETER’S CHURCH, BARFORDChurch Street, Barford, CV35 8BS

Saturday 14 to Sunday 22 | 9.30am-6pmChurch services | Sunday 15 | 11am | Sunday 22 | 9.30am

There has been a church on the site since Saxon times. The present church was re-built in the 1840s with the exception of the tower which is 14th century. It has a ring of six bells. Careful examination of the tower’s exterior shows bullet holes left during the Civil War. In the churchyard lies buried Joseph Arch (1826-1919) who was born in a nearby cottage. He founded the National Union of Agricultural Labourers. His tomb is marked with an obelisk.

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Whitnash

Heath

Woodloes Park

Cannon Park

Gibbet Hill

Tollbar End

Green Lane

Lillington

Myton Park

Stivichall

Willenhall

Sydenham

Finham

Weston underWetherley

Stretton onDunsmore

Bishop's Itchington

Hampton onthe Hill

Ryton-on-Dunsmore

LighthorneHeath

Long Itchington

Moreton Morrell

Deppers Bridge

Norton Lindsey

Radford Semele

Bentley Heath

Hampton Magna

Hockley Heath

Preston Green

Wootton Wawen

Burton Green

Hampton Lucy

Leek Wootton

Princethorpe

Snitter field

Hatton Park

Hatton Rock

Bubbenhall

Charlecote

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Budbrooke

Claverdon

Kingswood

Offchurch

Rowington

Alveston

Dorridge

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Wilmcote

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Stivichall Interchange

Universityof Warwick

CoventryAirport

WaverleyWood

Stratfordon AvonGliding

Club

Hay Wood

Little ChaseFarm

PoplarsFarm Airstrip

ROYAL LEAMINGTON SPA

Wappenbury

Hunningham

Baginton

Cubbington

Barford

Wasperton

KENILWORTH

LapworthBaddesley Clinton

Chesterton Windmill

WARWICK

Southam

Ladbroke

Packwood House

Temple Balsall

Warwick District Council extends its thanks to all the venues that have joined the scheme this year and to all the volunteers who

give up their time to make this event possible. Thank you also to all who have organised guided walks

for the Heritage Open Days Weekend. The Heritage Open Days have been co-ordinated by the Media and

Conservation teams at Warwick District Council.

For More Information

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