Autumn Heritage Collection

1. 18 STAFFORD TERRACE

Visit a Victorian ‘House Beautiful’, the home of illustrator Linley Sambourne and his family, inspired by the Aesthetic Movement. It features an eclectic display of decorative objects and showcases the artist’s collection of drawings and photographs. rbkc.gov.uk/museums

2. NATIONAL WATERFRONT MUSEUM

Right on the dock in Swansea’s marina, the National Waterfront Museum tells the human story of 300 years of Welsh industry and innovation. Free entry. Oystermouth Road, Maritime Quarter, Swansea, SA1 3RD. museum.wales/swansea | 0300 111 2333

3. BUTSER ANCIENT FARM

A unique experimental archaeological site in the beautiful South Downs. Step inside reconstructed buildings from the Stone Age, Iron Age, Roman and Saxon periods and learn traditional skills with year-round workshops and events. butserancientfarm.co.uk | 02392 598838

4. DERBY MUSEUMS

Visit our beautiful World Collections gallery, featuring over 1400 objects. Co-produced with thousands of people, this vibrant space is designed to encourage interesting encounters and new perspectives. derbymuseums.org | 01332 641 901

5. THE FOUNDLING MUSEUM

Explore the fascinating history of the Foundling Hospital, the UK's first children's charity and first public gallery. Discover paintings, drawings, prints and sculptures created and donated by Hogarth and other artists. foundlingmuseum.org.uk | 020 7841 3600

6. WORLD OF JAMES HERRIOT

The World of James Herriot will take you on a spectacular journey through Herriot’s fully restored 1940s home and veterinary surgery in Thirsk, travelling back in time to allow visitors to find out more about the thrilling past of the world-famous vet and author. worldofjamesherriot.com

7. ANAESTHESIA HERITAGE CENTRE

A unique medical science museum devoted to the history of anaesthesia, resuscitation and pain relief. The exhibition “Doctor says relax” explores the history of muscle relaxants: from Amazonian arrow poison to life-saving drugs. anaesthetists.org/Home/Heritage-centre

8. FROGMORE MILL, HEMEL HEMPSTEAD

Learn about the history of paper, make your own sheet, see a working 1902 paper machine and much more at the world’s oldest mechanised paper mill. thepapertrail.org.uk | 01442 234600

9. MUSEUM OF WITCHCRAFT & MAGIC

Contains the world’s oldest and largest collection relating to witchcraft, magic and the occult in the world. Located in the historic harbour of Boscastle on the North Cornwall coast since 1960. museumofwitchcraftandmagic.co.uk

10. WEDGWOOD MUSEUM

Trace over 250 years of history and discover Josiah Wedgwood’s lasting influence on industry and society. This museum houses the UNESCO protected V&A collection of huge historic and cultural significance. worldofwedgwood.com

11. NEWARK TOWN HALL MUSEUM & ART GALLERY

Fascinating architectural gem designed in 1774 by John Carr. A working Town Hall that also contains a museum within its beautiful Georgian rooms. Please contact by phone on 01636 680333. newarktownhallmuseum.co.uk

12. BAMBURGH CASTLE

A stunning coastal fortress at the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Explore fourteen rooms, The Aviation Artefacts Museum, archaeology, cafeteria, grounds and battlements. Discover an amazing eclectic collection of 3500 items bamburghcastle.com | 01668 214515