Morden's St Lawrence Church will be among several historic buildings in the borough opening its doors to the public for free next month as part of the popular national event Heritage Open Days 98.
The Grade I listed church, of Saxon origin, was first mentioned in 1015 and is recorded in the Domesday Book.
There will also be a chance to tour Merton Heritage Centre, in the Grade II listed manor house at The Canons, Mitcham. The house was built circa 1680 and once owned by Southwark Priory. The more energetic can enjoy a guided walk in the grounds of the centre.
Over the Heritage Open Days 98 weekend - September 12 and 13 - co-ordinated by the national environmental charity the Civic Trust, numerous buildings from palaces to follies, piers and mosques will be welcoming visitors.
Directories listing other walks, talks, exhibitions and guided tours on offer throughout the UK are available free from local tourist information centres or by sending six second class stamps to Heritage Open Days 98, The Civic Trust, 17 Carlton Terrace, London, SW1Y 5AW.
For more information on Merton-based events call Ms Gould on 0181 640 9387.
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