Farnham will throw open its doors to ten days of free heritage events next month as Heritage Open Days returns to the town.

Running from September 11 to 20, the festival is organised nationally by the National Trust and presented locally by Farnham Town Council and The Farnham Society. Entry to all events is free.

This year's national theme is "Everyday Histories", exploring ordinary working lives through the ages. In Farnham, that means charting a path from the wool trade and the founding of Waverley Abbey in the 12th century, through the town's well-known hop farming heritage, up to its transformation into a commuter town following the opening of Farnham Railway Station in 1849.

Talks will cover subjects ranging from native and exotic trees to a Tudor jewellery heist uncovered when Henry VIII's men raided Winchester Cathedral, with possible links to Farnham.

The town's architectural heritage will also take centre stage, with more than 300 listed buildings on show, including the roughly 400-year-old Bush Hotel and the 500-year-old Lion and Lamb House.

The Museum of Farnham, based in the Grade I listed Willmer House, will display rarely seen exhibits, while a symposium at Farnham Maltings during the festival will discuss the building's ongoing restoration.

The programme extends beyond the town centre to Wrecclesham, Moor Park House, Mother Ludlam's Cave and Waverley Abbey.

A highlight will be the family day at Farnham Castle on Sunday 13th September, where visitors can take a self-guided tour of the Grade I listed site, with official guides on hand between 2pm and 4pm.

A full brochure is available from Farnham Town Council offices and public buildings across the town, with details also published at farnhamsociety.org.uk/hods2026. Some events require advance booking through the website.