Heritage Open Day at National Trust Old Blundell's
Join us on Saturday 20 September for a series of tours and find out about the past, present and future of this Elizabethan school.
- Booking not needed
- Free event
Explore the history and heritage of Old Blundell's, an Elizabethan former school in the heart of Tiverton. Discover some of the stories and connections of the building and find out about the National Trust's plans for the future of the site.
Old Blundell's will be opening up to share the history and heritage of the site. Dating from the early 17th Century, Old Blundell's is a hidden gem in the centre of Tiverton. Tours will be running throughout the day, giving visitors an opportunity to learn about the history of the site, from its creation as a school in 1604, through to the conversion of residential units during the Victorian period. Plans will also be shared for the future public opening of the site.
Times
The basics
- Suitability
Children must be accompanied by an adult at all times.
- Meeting point
Please meet on the green space at Old Blundell's ten minutes before your tour. The address for the site is Old Blundells , Tiverton, Devon, EX16 4LD.
- Accessibility
The site is not currently accessible for wheelchairs beyond the green space at the front of the building. There is no car parking on site. Please use the parking facilities within Tiverton.
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