Heritage Open Weekend has started with thousands of buildings open to the public

Freston Tower near Ipswich. Credit: ITV Anglia.

Video report by ITV Anglia's Kate Prout.

For 22 years the Heritage open weekends have been introducing people to the history that surrounds us. From old buildings that aren't normally open to the public to events that celebrate our industrial and military history, there are thousands of options to explore places that are on our doorstep.

For a full list of events between 8th and 11th September click here