Welcome to Hampshire’s favourite heritage festival!

our 11TH FESTIVAL will take PLACE from 11 - 20 SEPTEMBER 2026

Winchester Heritage Open Days will return in 2026 with another vibrant celebration of Hampshire’s stories, places and people.

Theme: Everyday Histories

Friday 11th - Sunday 20th September

If you are interested in taking part, either as an organiser or a volunteer, please get in touch via email - info@winchesterheritageopendays.org

Hampshire History Trust presents Midweek Musings 2026

from January to July

Join us midweek for thought‑provoking sessions that shine a light on hidden histories, local voices, and fresh perspectives. It’s our way of keeping heritage at the heart of the community, even between festivals. For more details, see our What’s On page, or visit Hampshire History Trust for more information.

 
 

Support us: become a member

Hampshire Heritage Open Days are organised by Hampshire History Trust, a registered charity. If you share in our passion for opening doors, sharing stories, and making history more accessible, then please help us continue to coordinate this festival and other heritage projects every year by joining our Friends scheme or making a donation.

Find out more

Whilst we wait for the 2025 festival to begin, you can listen to episodes from the Hampshire HistBites podcast, as well as enjoy some online content from last year's festival. For content to enjoy outside of the festival period see here.

If you love history and community projects, then you will probably love being part of our team. We are looking for volunteers who can spend a few hours every week over the coming months to help with our fundraising campaign, updating the website or
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