Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont
Fri 11 Sept · 11:00
Mottisfont
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About This Event
Mottisfont in Southampton offers free admission to its Heritage Open Days, allowing visitors to discover the everyday work of the staff who kept a grand country house running smoothly.
Discover the everyday work of the staff who kept a grand country house running smoothly. Explore the servants' living quarters, learn about their daily routines, and meet some of the colourful characters who lived and worked at Mottisfont.
Join us to uncover the stories of the people whose hard work made life in the house possible – and celebrate the Everyday Histories that are often overlooked.
The Heritage Open Days festival is brought to you by the National Trust and supported by Postcode Lottery players, with an exciting programme of events delivered locally by thousands of organisations and volunteers.
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Frequently asked questions
Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont takes place on Friday, 11 September 2026 at 11:00. The event runs until Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont is held at Mottisfont in Southampton (near Romsey, Hampshire).
Entry to Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont is free.
Tickets for Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont
Editorial Summary
Mottisfont in Southampton offers free admission to its Heritage Open Days, allowing visitors to discover the everyday work of the staff who kept a grand country house running smoothly.
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Organiser’s full description
Discover the everyday work of the staff who kept a grand country house running smoothly. Explore the servants' living quarters, learn about their daily routines, and meet some of the colourful characters who lived and worked at Mottisfont.
Join us to uncover the stories of the people whose hard work made life in the house possible – and celebrate the Everyday Histories that are often overlooked.
The Heritage Open Days festival is brought to you by the National Trust and supported by Postcode Lottery players, with an exciting programme of events delivered locally by thousands of organisations and volunteers.
Description supplied by the event organiser.
❓ Frequently asked questions
When is Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont?
Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont takes place on Friday, 11 September 2026 at 11:00. The event runs until Sunday, 20 September 2026.
Where is Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont taking place?
Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont is held at Mottisfont in Southampton (near Romsey, Hampshire).
How much are tickets for Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont?
Entry to Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont is free.
How do I get tickets for Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont?
Tickets for Heritage Open Days 2026 - life behind the scenes at Mottisfont can be booked via nationaltrust.org.uk using the "Check Tickets & Live Prices" button on this page, which opens the official booking site in a new tab.
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