Heritage Open Day: For Heritage Open Days 2026, visit Gainsborough's House for free! Wander the historic house and garden and explore current exhibitions by David Dawson and Kate Giles. A rare chance to experience Gainsborough’s world up close, don’t miss it! Step into the world of one of Britain's greatest artists at Gainsborough's House this Heritage Open Days. Enjoy free entry to the historic house and garden, where you can explore the very rooms in which Thomas Gainsborough lived. Discover the story of his life and art in beautifully restored 18th-century surroundings. Nestled among the greenery, you can also admire a striking series of sculptures by artist Helaine Blumenfeld OBE, adding a contemporary touch to this historic setting.