Heritage Open Days at the Brontë Birthplace and Oakwell Hall

A couple of Heritage Open Days alerts for the coming days:

The Brontë Birthplace Heritage Walking Tour

Saturday 13 September:

Tour 1000 & 1300

Discover the birthplace of Brontë siblings, the Brontë Bell Chapel ruins, Thornton Viaduct, South Square, and hidden ginnels. Led by a local historian our tours last 90 minutes and end at the Birthplace for refreshments and gift shop.

Join us for our first-ever walking tour of historic Thornton, uncovering the rich cultural, industrial, and architectural heritage of the Brontë sisters’ birthplace. For many years Thornton has been the forgotten chapter in the Brontë story, but since the grand opening of the Birthplace we are striving to bring to light the fascinating history of this charming and characterful village.

Led by local historian and photographer Matthew, the 90-minute tour begins at the Birthplace and takes you through key sites including the Brontë Bell Chapel ruins, Thornton Viaduct, South Square Centre, and the village’s iconic snickets and ginnels. Once overlooked, Thornton’s story is now being brought to life—step into its vibrant past and see how it shaped the Brontës. Tours end back at the Birthplace, where you can relax in the café, browse the gift shop, or book a house tour.

Oakwell Hall Brontë Art Installation
Nova Lane, Birstall, Batley, West Yorkshire, WF17 9LG
Sunday 14 September:1200-1600

Unveiling of Oakwell Hall Bronte inspired art installation and Brontë Way marker on Sunday 14th September with artists Amy Foster and Natasha Jackson
Join Artists in Residence Amy Foster and Natasha Jackson as they reveal a beautiful community-led installation inspired by the enduring friendship between Charlotte Brontë, Ellen Nussey, Mary Taylor, and Margaret Wooler. Discover the buildings and stories behind these remarkable women and explore a brand-new wayfinder marking the start of the Brontë Way.