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Changing lives: down and out and back up again in Brighton

People on a heritage tour

Straeon

… and asked whether I had any interest in history, as there was a trip happening the following day to Weald and … a distraction from my feelings and the officer said that there would be no cost to me so I decided to go along. … and asked whether I had any interest in history, as there was a trip happening the following day to Weald and …

Behind the scenes at Woodberry Wetlands

London Wildlife Trust Regional Development Manager David Mooney
David Mooney, London Wildlife Trust Regional Development Manager Penny Dixie

Blogiau

… to heavy vehicles on the site) and look the other and there are the gleaming blades of the new Woodberry Down … involved. David considers that over the past eight years there have been “5,000 volunteer days, 56,700 volunteers, … volunteers are taught practical conservation skills, and there are engagement programmes reaching out to schools and a …

Celebrating World Heritage Day

children at Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland
Giant's Causeway, Northern Ireland

Newyddion

… about the UK’s incredible and diverse heritage and we’re there in a heartbeat.  World-class heritage As you might … UNESCO World Heritage Site status is rigorous and so there are just 1,052 across the globe. UNESCO regards the … about the UK’s incredible and diverse heritage and we’re there in a heartbeat.  World-class heritage As you might …

Yorkshire full of the joys of spring

Newyddion

… ornamental gardens. Connecting people to natural heritage There is so much to explore with the natural heritage of … burial grounds and churchyards, verges or the river bank. There are plenty of havens for wildlife that you might walk … ornamental gardens. Connecting people to natural heritage There is so much to explore with the natural heritage of …

World’s first motor racing circuit back on track

Cars ready to race at Brooklands in 1930 with the Vickers aircraft factory in the background
Cars ready to race at Brooklands in 1930 with the Vickers aircraft factory in the background Brooklands Museum

Newyddion

… with pioneers such as Tommy Sopworth learning to fly there. Some of the first long-distance flights that took off … on the race track’s finishing straight and has remained there ever since. We are now investing £4.7million of Lottery … with pioneers such as Tommy Sopworth learning to fly there. Some of the first long-distance flights that took off …

Changing lives: former tree surgeon Graeme branches out

Man in black shirt

Straeon

… survey results have gone up because the volunteers know there is a dedicated person there specifically for them and any queries they have. I’d … have definitely helped open up the heritage sector. There are so many people out there like me, who are …

Chester Farm secures support

Newyddion

… Age enclosures and ancient field systems.  Below ground there is extensive Roman settlement including a Roman walled … as roads, temples and other buildings, have survived.  There was also medieval settlement on the site including the … the area during the late 19th and early 20th centuries and there are the remains of an ironstone tramway across the …

Support for National Trust’s listed 18th-century merchant’s house

Newyddion

… for many years and this support from the HLF means there is light at the end of the tunnel. There is so much potential at the Hall to bring this … 18th-century merchant’s estate in Havering. While there is much work to be done, we look forward to receiving a …

Hive of activity to help London’s bees

Beekeeping at Hawkwood
Beehives and beekeeping activities will take place OrganicLea

Newyddion

… beyond will have plenty of opportunities to get involved. There will be open days, workshops and guided tours throughout the two-year project and there will be chances to pick up seeds for nectar-rich plants … beyond will have plenty of opportunities to get involved. There will be open days, workshops and guided tours …

Benington Community Heritage Trust secures HLF investment

All Saints Church, Benington
All Saints Church, Benington Rebecca Tate

Newyddion

… of events such as concerts, exhibitions and conferences.  There will be a wide variety of opportunities for volunteers … the new centre.  These opportunities are available now and there will be free training if required.  The Trust warmly … of the Association of Building Preservation Trusts.  There are 7 Trustees, all but one are residents of Benington, …