Museum and open days
Upcoming Events
Family Friendly Nature Discovery Day at Chiltern Open Air Museum
Saturday 12 Jul 2025
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles
Explore the Museum’s stunning 45-acre site nestled in the heart of the Chilterns and uncover the rich diversity of wildlife that calls it home. With hands-on, family-friendly activities throughout the day, there’s something for every young explorer and nature lover.
Harmondsworth Barn Open Day
Sunday 13 Jul 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Great Barn, Harmondsworth Barn, Harmondsworth
Explore this medieval barn on the former Manor Farm in the village of Harmondsworth, in the London Borough of Hillingdon, it is open from 11am to 4pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.
Church Gardens in Harefield Sunday Opening
Sunday 13 Jul 2025
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover Harefield’s secret gardens: Church Gardens are a family restoration project open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 12-5pm, from April 27th–October 19th and on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am- 5pm
18th Century Life at Chiltern Open Air Museum
Friday 18 Jul 2025 - Wednesday 30 Jul 2025
10:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles
Visit the Chiltern Open Air Museum and find out what life was like for the lady who lived in Leagrave Cottage in the 18th Century; she might be sewing, writing, cooking, cleaning/polishing or using a traditional spinning wheel.
Friday evening cruise on the Grand Union Canal
Friday 18 Jul 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Batchworth Lock Canal Centre, Rickmansworth
Relax with a Friday evening cruise on the Grand Union! Experience the evening peace and tranquility of the canal with Rickmansworth Waterways Trust new Friday late cruises. From Batchworth Lock, Rickmansworth to Lot Mead Lock, Croxley and return (approx 1 hour).
Chiltern Open Air Museum Classic Vehicle Show
Saturday 19 Jul 2025 - Sunday 20 Jul 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles
Visit the Chiltern Open Air Museum, a real gem of the Regional Park and see some fantastic vintage vehicles.
Church Gardens in Harefield Sunday Opening with Live Music
Sunday 20 Jul 2025
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover Harefield’s secret gardens: Church Gardens are a family restoration project open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 12-5pm, from April 27th–October 19th and on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am- 5pm
Friday evening cruise on the Grand Union Canal
Friday 25 Jul 2025
5:30 PM - 6:45 PM
Batchworth Lock Canal Centre, Rickmansworth
Relax with a Friday evening cruise on the Grand Union! Experience the evening peace and tranquility of the canal with Rickmansworth Waterways Trust new Friday late cruises. From Batchworth Lock, Rickmansworth to Lot Mead Lock, Croxley and return (approx 1 hour).
Heritage Crafts Weekend at Chiltern Open Air Museum
Saturday 26 Jul 2025 - Sunday 27 Jul 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Chiltern Open Air Museum, Chalfont St Giles
Visit Chiltern Open Air Museum, step back in time and witness traditional crafts in action.
Maple Lodge Nature Reserve Open Weekend
Saturday 26 Jul 2025 - Sunday 27 Jul 2025
10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Maple Lodge, Maple Cross
What a Treat! Maple Lodge Nature Reserve will be open to the general public all weekend from Saturday 26th-Sunday 27th July
Harmondsworth Barn Open Day
Sunday 27 Jul 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Great Barn, Harmondsworth Barn, Harmondsworth
Explore this medieval barn on the former Manor Farm in the village of Harmondsworth, in the London Borough of Hillingdon, it is open from 11am to 4pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.
Church Gardens in Harefield Sunday Opening
Sunday 27 Jul 2025
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover Harefield’s secret gardens: Church Gardens are a family restoration project open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 12-5pm, from April 27th–October 19th and on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am- 5pm
Church Gardens in Harefield Sunday Opening
Sunday 3 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover Harefield’s secret gardens: Church Gardens are a family restoration project open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 12-5pm, from April 27th–October 19th and on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am- 5pm
Harmondsworth Barn Open Day
Sunday 10 Aug 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Great Barn, Harmondsworth Barn, Harmondsworth
Explore this medieval barn on the former Manor Farm in the village of Harmondsworth, in the London Borough of Hillingdon, it is open from 11am to 4pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.
Church Gardens in Harefield Sunday Opening
Sunday 10 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover Harefield’s secret gardens: Church Gardens are a family restoration project open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 12-5pm, from April 27th–October 19th and on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am- 5pm
Church Gardens in Harefield Sunday Opening
Sunday 17 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover Harefield’s secret gardens: Church Gardens are a family restoration project open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 12-5pm, from April 27th–October 19th and on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am- 5pm
Harmondsworth Barn Open Day
Sunday 24 Aug 2025
11:00 AM - 4:00 PM
The Great Barn, Harmondsworth Barn, Harmondsworth
Explore this medieval barn on the former Manor Farm in the village of Harmondsworth, in the London Borough of Hillingdon, it is open from 11am to 4pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.
Church Gardens in Harefield Sunday Opening
Sunday 24 Aug 2025
12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Discover Harefield’s secret gardens: Church Gardens are a family restoration project open to the public on Sunday afternoons, 12-5pm, from April 27th–October 19th and on Bank Holiday Mondays 11am- 5pm
Harmondsworth Barn Open Day
Saturday 13 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Great Barn, Harmondsworth Barn, Harmondsworth
Explore this medieval barn on the former Manor Farm in the village of Harmondsworth, in the London Borough of Hillingdon, it is open from 11am to 4pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.
Harmondsworth Barn Open Day
Sunday 14 Sep 2025
10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
The Great Barn, Harmondsworth Barn, Harmondsworth
Explore this medieval barn on the former Manor Farm in the village of Harmondsworth, in the London Borough of Hillingdon, it is open from 11am to 4pm on the second and fourth Sundays of the month.
