{"id":393699,"date":"2025-09-03T04:53:10","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T04:53:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/393699\/"},"modified":"2025-09-03T04:53:10","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T04:53:10","slug":"cadw-open-doors-returns-to-wales-for-free-heritage-visits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/uk\/393699\/","title":{"rendered":"Cadw Open Doors returns to Wales for free heritage visits"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>\n  The festival invites people to explore Wales\u2019 historical locations for free.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  With Wales experiencing its sunniest spring and summer on record, the festival aims to encourage people to spend more time outdoors visiting local heritage sites.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Throughout September, more than 200 historic landmarks across Wales will host unique events, guided tours, and immersive experiences.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Some of these locations are opening for the first time, offering a unique opportunity to explore hidden heritage.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Participating locations include castles, chapels, Roman forts, and Neolithic burial chambers.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Nineteen of Cadw\u2019s iconic monuments will open for the festival, including Laugharne Castle, Barclodiad-y-Gawres Burial Chamber, and Blaenavon Ironworks.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Dr. Ffion Reynolds, Cadw\u2019s senior heritage events and arts manager, said: &#8220;Open Doors offers a brilliant opportunity for people to discover and celebrate the richness and resilience of Wales\u2019 historic architecture, making heritage accessible to all.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  &#8220;By welcoming visitors free of charge, we\u2019re opening pathways to experience the depth of Welsh history and culture and encouraging each person to help preserve these remarkable locations for future generations.&#8221;\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  The festival is part of the European Heritage Days celebration, showcasing the continents rich culture.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  It invites visitors of all ages to step into the past and uncover the stories that have shaped Wales&#8217; identity.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  <strong>READ MORE<\/strong>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.countytimes.co.uk\/news\/25435528.warning-heavy-rain-way-powys-met-office-issues-yellow-warning\/?rel=cl_lsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Warning heavy rain is on its way to Powys as Met Office issues yellow warning<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.countytimes.co.uk\/news\/25435075.another-22-turbine-windfarm-plan-revealed-powys-bute-energy\/?rel=cl_lsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Another 22-turbine windfarm plan has been revealed in Powys by Bute Energy<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  <a href=\"https:\/\/www.countytimes.co.uk\/news\/25434909.wales-tourism-tax---powys-decide-plans\/?rel=cl_lsa\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wales&#8217; tourism tax &#8211; this is what Powys could decide to do about plans<\/a>\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Some highlights of the festival include Llanfyllin Workhouse, Powis Castle and Gardens, Powys Archives, Radnorshire Museum, and Newtown Library.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Llanfyllin Workhouse will host a food fair on September 7, featuring local produce.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Powis Castle and Gardens in Welshpool will be open for exploration on September 13.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Powys Archives will offer exclusive tours of its archive store on the same date.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Radnorshire Museum will host guided tours with the curator on the afternoon of September 13.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Newtown Library will open its Local Studies Collection for exploration on specific dates throughout September.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Visitors are advised to check the details of each event as ticket requirements vary.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  A full list of participating locations can be found on Cadw\u2019s website.\n<\/p>\n<p>\n  Further details, including a complete schedule of events and ticketing information, are also available online.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"The festival invites people to explore Wales\u2019 historical locations for free. 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