Autumn Heritage Collection

1. LEIGHTON HOUSE MUSEUM

Leighton House Museum is the former studio-house of Victorian artist Frederic Leighton, featuring the magnificent Arab Hall and its extraordinary display of Islamic tiles and handcrafted mosaics. Also not to be missed is Leighton’s grand studio. leightonhouse.co.uk | museums@rbkc.gov.uk

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. 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

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 new exhibition “Doctor says relax” explores the history of muscle relaxants: from Amazonian arrow poison to life-saving drugs. anaesthetists.org/Home/Heritage-centre

8. THE FOUNDLING MUSEUM

Discover the fascinating history of the Foundling Hospital, the UK's first children's charity. Learn about the lives of the children who grew up there and see the poignant tokens, alongside inspiring art. foundlingmuseum.org.uk | 020 7841 3600

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. 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

11. 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

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