Visitors are invited to explore Bath and North East Somerset’s fantastic heritage, as venues across the area open their doors for Heritage Open Days, from Thursday, 7th to Sunday, 10th September.

The nationwide celebration of history, architecture and culture is a chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences – all for free.

Councillor Paul Myers (Conservative, Midsomer Norton), Cabinet Member for Economic and Community Regeneration, said: “This is a wonderful opportunity to see behind the scenes at venues that are normally closed to the public – from historic buildings to gardens and museum stores.”

There will be a rare opportunity to see inside a house in The Circus, Bath, and explore its beautifully restored Georgian garden – the first of its kind in Britain.

Visitors will have the chance to take a tour of the archives and new Local Studies strongroom at the recently refurbished Bath Record Office, as well as the historic Saltford Brass Mill, complete with a working 18-foot water wheel.

Keen walkers can follow the Widcombe Chapel Trail to discover ancient churches, outstanding architecture and fascinating cemeteries.

The home of Haile Selassie at Fairfield House, an Italianate Victorian villa with an Arts and Crafts extension, will also be open to the public for viewing.

Archaeological finds from Keynsham, including Roman and Medieval objects, at Pixash Lane Archaeology Store will be on display, as will Cleveland Pools, a Grade II listed pool that is the oldest open air public pool in the country.

Midsomer Norton Station will be taking part in the open days by use of the Railway Museum, Anderson shelter and pill box off of Silver Street.