SMEDMORE House, one of Dorset's finest Georgian manor houses, is holding an open day in aid of Wessex Cancer Trust on Sunday, September 25 between 2pm and 5pm.

The house occupies two acres of walled flower gardens, orchards and a Mediterranean garden near Kimmeridge Bay.

Guided tours of the house will be led by well-known historian, Dr Philip Mansel, who will be joined by members of his family who are knowledgeable about the house's history and contents. As well as touring the house you will be able to see the seat where Napoleon sat when he visited St Helena and a display of vintage Morgan Cars.

Tickets are £6 on the door and house tours are £4.50. Children under 16 are free. Dogs are welcome on leads.