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Heritage Open Days at Coleton Fishacre

Travel back in time to the jazz age at Coleton Fishacre. A decadent Arts and Crafts holiday home of the D'Oyly Carte family.

  • Booking not needed
  • Free event

Heritage Open Days is England's largest festival of history and culture, bringing together over 2,500 organisations, 5,000 events and 40,000 volunteers.

Every year in September, places across the country throw open their doors to celebrate their heritage, community and history. It's your chance to see hidden places and try out new experiences - and it's all FREE.

Between 12 - 21 September, explore the story of Coleton Fishacre as it celebrates its 100th birthday.

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Suitability

Children are very welcome when accompanied by an adult.

Upcoming events

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Creating Coleton Fishacre: photographic exhibition 

We’re delving into the archives to when Coleton Fishacre was created 100 years ago. From the moment the family fell in love with the South Devon coastline to seeing their dream country home finished, we invite you to celebrate it’s centenary.

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on
9 May to 2 Nov 2025
at
10:30 to 16:30
+ 177 other dates or times
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National Walking Month: Tree trail walk 

From Japanese flowering cherries to Persian Ironwoods, the garden at Coleton Fishacre is full of wonders. This National Walking Month, join the volunteers for a free guided tree trail.

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on
9 May 2025
at
11:00 to 12:00
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Pop up talks in the house 

100 years on and the Art Deco interior at Coleton Fishacre remains timeless. Why not join a pop-up talk to learn Would you like to learn more?

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on
12 May to 27 Oct 2025
at
15:00 to 15:15
+ 24 other dates or times
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Little Acorns welly walks at Coleton Fishacre 

Come along and join in a free Little Acorns sessions for under 5’s at Coleton Fishacre.

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on
14 May to 17 Dec 2025
at
09:30 to 11:30
+ 24 other dates or times