You can get free entry to hundreds of top attractions this weekend and next week - here's how
National Lottery Open Week is back and, to celebrate 30 years of the lottery, organisers are promising it's going to be bigger than ever with more than 750 lottery-funded venues taking part.
It includes the Tate Modern, London Science Museum, the Globe Theatre and Horniman Butterfly House in London together with the Roman Baths Time Detective Archaeology Experience in Bath.
Closer to home, you can enjoy a film preview at MAC arts centre in Cannon Hill Park, explore Shakespeare's museums in Stratford-upon-Avon, spend the day at Chatsworth House, Garden and Farmyard near Derby, head to Aston Manor Road Transport Museum or visit Berrington Hall near Leominster.
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The offer runs from Saturday March 15 to Sunday March 23. Anyone with a valid online or retail National Lottery ticket, Scratchcard or Instant Win Game can enjoy a free or low-cost day out.
Aston Manor Road Transport Museum in Walsall
Up to 5 people (including children) can redeem free entry to the museum during The National Lottery Open Week with a National Lottery ticket/ scratchcard. This offer will run on 15–16 March, 18 March, 22–23 March. Booking in advance is not required.
Shakespeare's New Place in Stratford-upon-Avon
Enjoy free entry to Shakespeare's New Place and other Shakespeare family homes in Stratford-upon-Avon for one adult and up to three children per National Lottery ticket from Saturday 15 to Sunday 23 March.
One National Lottery ticket or scratchcard will give free entry to one adult and up to three children under 16. Present your National Lottery ticket / scratchcard on arrival, no pre-booking required.
Moseley Old Hall in Wolverhampton
Free entry on 15–17 March and 21–23 March with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Baddesley Clinton near Solihull
Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Brockhampton near Bromyard
Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Packwood House near Lapworth
Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Wightwick Manor and Gardens near Wolverhampton
Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Biddulph Grange Gardens near Stoke on Trent
Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Croome near Worcester
Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Chedworth Roman Villa near Cheltenham
Free entry from March 15 to 23 with proof of purchase of a lottery ticket.
Check out the offers near you via the National Lottery Open Week website
Darren Henley, Chief Executive of Arts Council England and Chair of the National Lottery Forum said: 'We're delighted to mark National Lottery Open Week 2025 and giving people a chance to say yes to the joyful things in life - to get outside and explore the UK's rich history, stunning landscapes and vibrant culture through free and low-cost days out.
"This is our way of saying thank you to the players who raise an incredible £30million each week for Good Causes, supporting venues and projects across the arts, sports, community and heritage sectors."
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