Bournville to open unique set of buildings for Heritage Open Day Festival

11 venues will open to the public for free from 10.00am until 4.00pm with each providing a rare insight into the wonderful story of the Cadbury family.

Venues include George Cadbury Junior’s former home – now a college - where visitors can see the study where the Cadbury children’s heights were measured on the doorframe.

Another highlight will be a stunning set of houses – dating back to 1897 – originally built for retired chocolate factory workers by George and his brother Richard. Sadly, Richard never saw the completion of the homes – which still house former workers today – as he died before they were finished.

Daniel Callicott, Manager of Selly Manor Museum which was founded by George Cadbury and will also open for free on the day, said: “We are so lucky to be surrounded with history in Bournville and this event brings many of our historic gems together to celebrate George Cadbury’s wonderful garden village and legacy.

“We would love for visitors to come along and see places which they may never have had the chance to explore before, even though they may be right on their doorstep. Each building will bring the village’s history to life with a range of events including guided tours, music, trails and activities, and all the venues are absolutely free to visit.”

Other buildings that will open include Selly Manor Museum, Bournville Junior School, St Francis Church, Quaker Meeting House, Gardens at Woodbrooke, Bournville Carillon, Rest House, St Lazer's Church and The Bourneville Experience - part of Cadbury World.

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