Ely Heritage Festival returns this month for a weekend of free activities.

Ely Standard: Entrance to The Porta, Ely.Entrance to The Porta, Ely. (Image: Archant)

Oliver Cromwell’s House, the Stained Glass Museum and Ely Museum will open their doors on the open night of Friday 9 at 5pm. Free admission.

Open tours will then run on Saturday 10 where people can enjoy a free guided walk around Ely city centre as well as guided tours of attractions including The Old Palace.

Then, see behind the doors of a variety of buildings not normally open to the public on Sunday 11. The open houses include Silver Street Cottages, Monastic Barn, Ely Portal, Ely Cathedral and Prior Crauden’s Chapel. Limited places available which must be pre-booked via Ely’s Tourist Information Centre.

For more information contact Ely Tourist Information Centre on 01353 662062 or email tic@eastcambs.gov.uk or visit www.visitely.org.uk