CHURCHES across Redditch are opening their doors for visitors during this year’s Heritage Open Days to showcase the history and story behind each site.
A selection of the town’s churches will welcome all for a showcase of historical significance and to honour the communities they serve. All church visits are free.
St Stephen’s Church is inviting visitors to climb Redditch’s tallest tower, ring the church bell and explore its history and archives from 10am to 4pm on September 14.
Children’s activities will also be available as well as details of the church’s visionary future plans.
And last, St Laurence’s Church in Alvechurch will open its doors from 10am to 4pm on September 14.
The Grade II listed church, designed in part by William Butterfield, is located within one of Worcestershire’s largest enclosed churchyards.
The programme of events will include bell ringers, teddy parachute from the Bell Tower, storytelling, village school choir, dancing demonstration, Morris Dancers, Bournville sailing and boating club display, vintage cars, children’s activities, refreshments and more.
This year’s Heritage Open Days take place between September 6 and September 15 as an opportunity to celebrate the nations heritage, community and history by exploring hidden places and trying new experiences.
Visit heritageopendays.org.uk/ for more information.
