Raring2go! Bristol

22 raring2go .co.uk Raring2go! Discover more from September 10th-19th 2021 with: HERITAGE OPEN DAYS Heritage Open Days, England’s largest festival of history and culture, returns in September 2021. Thanks to support from players of People’s Post- code Lottery, families can explore hidden places and try new experiences across the country. From ghastly gargoyles to cute hedgehogs, prison food to dishes you can cook at home, this year's programme has something for everyone and it’s all free. Many events will explore this year’s theme, Edible England, offering opportunities to learn about food production, celebrate local specialities and uncover the customs and quirks around what we eat and drink. Sarah Holloway, Programme Manager for Heritage Open Days, said: “We’re all interested in where we live but we don’t necessarily know the stories behind the buildings and spaces we walk past each day. Our event organisers keep finding creative ways to tell these tales and keep them alive. “Heritag Open Days connects people through shared experiences and this year, that feels more important than ever. It’s also one of the reasons we chose Edible England as our theme. Food brings people together and what we eat and drink is at the heart of much of our culture, our history, our communities, and our daily lives.” Heritage Open Days is coordinated and promoted nationally by the National Trust, with support from players of People’s Postcode Lottery. Every single Heritage Open Days event is free, including access to many sites that usually charge for admission. Laura Chow, Head of Charities at People’s Postcode Lottery, said: “We’re delighted our players are able to continue to support Heritage Open Days in 2021. The festival has always been about bringing communities together, and this year we’re particularly excited to see how this can be done through food and drink events. It’s certainly a tasty theme!” Click here for further details of Heritage Open Days