A number of historic sites, landmarks and hidden gems across Powys will be offering free entry at some point in September.

As part of Cadw’s Open Doors Heritage Festival, Powys sites such as Dolforwyn Castle, Llanfyllin Workhouse and Powis Castle will offer visitors free entry.

The popular festival of Wales’ built heritage is held during September and hopes to encourage both Powys residents and visitors to explore some of the country’s lesser-known sites, several of which are usually closed to the public.

Gwilym Hughes, Head of Cadw and Deputy Director in Welsh Government, said: “We warmly welcome the return of Open Doors, Wales’ annual contribution to European Heritage Days, running throughout September.

“Not only is it a celebration of the rich and fascinating history Wales has to offer, but an opportunity for more people than ever before to inspire a life-long love of history and culture, especially our younger generations."

Pre booking is not necessary, as the organisers hope visitors will feel free to turn up to visit their favourite monument, or join the complimentary guided tours at select sites.

Powis Castle and its gardens will be opening as part of the festival on September 17, while Llanfyllin’s Workhouse will be open on September 11.

Smaller Powys sites that will be opening their doors include St Anno’s church in Llananno and St Ellyw’s church in Llanelieu, both on Friday, September 30.

The festival is organised by Cadw, the Welsh Government’s historic environment service.

Across Wales, 17 Cadw sites in total will be opening their doors to visitors during September, as part of the celebration of Welsh heritage.

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