Get ready to celebrate Heritage Open Days' 25th anniversary, with more than 350 free events lined-up across Norfolk this September.
This year, England's biggest festival of history and culture will offer visitors across the county the opportunity to enjoy family days out, explore places not normally open to the public and learn more about the heritage on their doorstep.
A special programme of People Power events will also highlight communities, groups and individuals who have affected positive change: buildings saved, green spaces created, friendships forged, campaigns fought and voices heard.
With tours, talks, walks, open days, exhibitions, performances and shows, there's something for everyone.
Here are just a few highlights to get you started…
1. The Final Reel: Showing and Discussion
Cinema City, St Andrew Street, Norwich, NR2 4AD
September 14, 11am
Book at cinemacity@picturehouses.co.uk
Focusing on Norfolk's many rural, urban and coastal towns, The Final Reel takes an affectionate and entertaining look at our nation's obsession with cinema.
From the early days of silent film, through to modern multiplexes and beyond, this John Hurt narrated documentary celebrates the story of cinema, followed by a discussion with the filmmakers.
2. The Punk Behind the Window
St Swithin's Church, Frettenham, NR12 7NW
September 14, 10.30am to 4pm
No booking required
In the 1980s, punk musician Paul Greener designed a dramatic stained-glass window for this 14th century church.
As part of this year's People Power festival theme, hear him tell the story of the unlikely events that led to the creation of this striking piece of church art.
3. Flames to Forum: the Norwich Library Fire 25 years on
The Forum, Norwich, NR2 1TF
September 21, 10.30am to 3.30pm
No booking required
Remember the Norwich Central Library fire 25 years on, with a look at the People Power of those who came together to restore what was lost, and a celebration of the Forum which rose from the ashes. Visitors can also discover historic items from the Norfolk Heritage Centre collections which tell the story of the library, past and present.
4. Riverlands, National Trust
Blickling Estate, Aylsham, NR11 6NF
September 14 to 15, 11am and 1.30pm
Book at theforumnorwich.co.uk/hods/tickets
Join the launch of Riverlands, a national catchment-scale river restoration project, on the River Bure at Blickling.
On a weekend of special walks, guides will be discussing the history and ecology of the river as it meanders through the estate.
5. Steam Day
Forncett Industrial Steam Museum, Forncett St Mary, NR16 1JJ
September 18, 11am to 4pm
No booking required
Telling the story of steam power from 1698 to the present day, this event is a must for any engineering enthusiasts.
Visitors can see a demonstration of 19 rescued and restored steam engines from the industrial revolution, including one used to open London's Tower Bridge!
6. Putting on a Pageant
The Forum, Norwich, NR2 1TF
September 21, 10am
Book at theforumnorwich.co.uk/hods/tickets
Travel back to 1578 and discover how Tudor Norwich prepared for Queen Elizabeth I's visit.
Perfect for families and young historians, this interactive talk will involve drama, music, gift-giving and even a special guest!
7. Wind Energy Museum
Staithe Road, Repps with Bastwick, NR29 5JU
September 13 to 15, 20 and 21, 11am to 4pm
No need to book
Home to the only historical collection of its kind, visitors can explore 200 years of wind power history at this unique museum.
There will be educational guided tours, children's activities for all ages and Victorian workshop demonstrations, with a special vintage fete on Sunday 15.
8. Eastern Daily Press tours
Prospect House, Rouen Road, Norwich, NR1 1RE
September 13, 11am/1pm/3pm
Book at theforumnorwich.co.uk/hods/tickets
Have you ever wanted to visit the EDP office, see where the daily news stories are written or to take a look at some of the historic newspaper archives?
Join Archant as they open their doors and offer an exclusive tour of the building.
9. Norwich Puppet Theatre
Whitefriars, Norwich, NR3 1TN
September 21, 10am to 4pm, September 22, 12pm to 4pm
No need to book
Take a peek behind the scenes of the Puppet Theatre! Visitors can discover the history of the theatre and its unique conversion inside a medieval church, while kids will have fun getting creative with puppetry crafting activities.
Heritage Open Days is coordinated and promoted nationally by the National Trust, with support from players of People's Postcode Lottery.
This year, the festival runs from September 13 to 22, and more details and full listings can be found at heritageopendays.org.uk.
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