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Renovation works at Scapa Flow Museum move a step closer

Scapa Flow Visitor Centre and Museum

Newyddion

… is also looking hopeful, with the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) confirming this week they have given initial approval to … building alongside the pumphouse following a successful first-round bid from the council. The development would house … commented: “The sheltered waters of one of the world’s largest natural harbours have shaped the history of …

'Amazing survivor’ acquired by National Museum of the Royal Navy

The Fairmile RML497, pictured in 2013
The Fairmile RML497, pictured in 2013

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… “I am absolutely thrilled that the Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) has supported us in acquiring RML 497. She’s an amazing … built for ‘hostilities only’ service during the Second World War. “When she comes to Portsmouth she’ll be entering a … as vessel brokers by specialist marine business agency, First Peninsula Marine acting in the sale of Greenway Ferry …

Changing lives: the circus comes to town for Rosie

Rosie Bristow in circus costume

Straeon

… Circus Development Trust (Circus Central) supported by an HLF grant of £37,000. Family La Bonche – Who Are We? The … Top and discovered that the history of circus during the First World War was a neglected area demanding further study. This … Circus Development Trust (Circus Central) supported by an HLF grant of £37,000. Family La Bonche – Who Are We? The …

Full steam ahead as the Danny’s new role gets underway

The Daniel Adamson crossing the Mersey
The Daniel Adamson crossing the Mersey Greg Dunbavand

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… The project was made possible by a £3.8million grant from HLF. The Danny’s new maiden voyage will be from Liverpool to … as a tug, the Danny served as a naval patrol boat in the First World War. It was purchased by the Manchester Ship Canal … The project was made possible by a £3.8million grant from HLF. The Danny’s new maiden voyage will be from Liverpool to …

Exciting events at National Trust places this summer

Jon Powlesland, Head of Grants at the National Trust
Jon Powlesland, Head of Grants at the National Trust

Blogiau

… Powlesland, Head of Grants at the National Trust Thanks to HLF, many National Trust places have fun activities taking … and estate of Ickworth a fresh insight into the impact the FIrst World War had on the people who lived and worked in this … Powlesland, Head of Grants at the National Trust Thanks to HLF, many National Trust places have fun activities taking …

Take Two - North East projects receive lottery funding for wartime stories

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… Led by volunteers, these projects will explore both World Wars researching and capturing the memories and … who were involved. The projects will allow for the first time both collections to be accessible and preserved … (an exhibition and Exploration of Great War photos) HLF grant of £15,000 Time Slides, led by a small group of …

Getting involved in heritage: the student’s view

Middlesex University graduate Lauren Sears
Middlesex University graduate Lauren Sears

Blogiau

… She explains how it has helped her build her own career. I first heard of the Hidden Heroes: Soldiers from the Empire … at Middlesex University.  The project, supported by HLF, explored the heritage of my local Middlesex Regiment, … who fought in the Middlesex Regiment during the First World War. The regiment was one of the most significant Home …

Archaeologists dig up Auckland Castle's past

Aerial view of Auckland Castle
Aerial view of Auckland Castle

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… grounds before work to turn the historic site into a world class visitor attraction and tourist destination gets … is being funded as part of a wider Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) supported project and is the  first step in securing an additional £9m from the … is being funded as part of a wider Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) supported project and is the  first step in securing an …

90 years of netball - how a sport changed women's lives

Helen Tyler, Heritage Project Officer at England Netball
Helen Tyler, Heritage Project Officer at England Netball

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… Officer Women’s sport can often be overshadowed – but one HLF-supported project is highlighting the history of a game … every week – and the England team is number three in the world. To celebrate, England Netball is marking the occasion … game in Wales in 1945. She represented England from their first international match in 1949 to 1957. In 1956 she then …

Enterprising solutions for heritage at risk

Ashton Old Baths

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… England publishes its annual Heritage at Risk Register, HLF’s Head of Historic Environment Sara Crofts takes a look … a viable, long-term solution."[/quote] Built for returning First World War heroes and their families, today the pub is … England publishes its annual Heritage at Risk Register, HLF’s Head of Historic Environment Sara Crofts takes a look …