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‘Grandfather of modern trains’ to be restored 22/03/2011 As the first train to be powered by petrol electric engine, the York built 1903 ‘autocar’ is the forerunner of today’s modern trains. The four-year volunteer-led project, to be run by the NER 1903 …

First Minister opens iconic North Wales centre 17/03/2011 The £5m renovation of the Victorian quarry village will be unveiled, including four-star accommodation, a new access road, a function room for conferences, weddings and events as well as new …

Young people get a taste of the past 22/03/2011 The programme has been a collaboration between the City of Edinburgh Council, Edinburgh World Heritage, Telford College, and the Citadel and Junction youth centres.  Over five weeks the group of 12 young …

£2million spring boost for London’s diverse heritage 18/03/2011 The restoration of a precious chapel in Havering – once the heart of its community and in continuous use for nearly 200 years; the heritage and stories of East End communities living on the …

Steam locomotive heritage lives on the Strathspey line 21/03/2011 Things could have been very different for No 46512 which was retired from BR service in 1967 and sent to Woodham’s scrapyard in South Wales for cutting up. Fortunately, the yard owner had …

£2million Lottery windfall for Stockton’s heritage 16/03/2011 Through both these grants, the local community and visitors will have a greater opportunity to experience the rich heritage of Stockton. The economic and wider community impact of the awards …

Heritage Lottery Fund marks £500million awarded to the North West 24/02/2011 This has translated into nearly £173million invested in historic buildings and monuments, £150million to museums, libraries and collections and funding for over 90 projects to …

Celebrating The Cardiff Story 01/03/2011 The new museum, The Cardiff Story, will present a vibrant and sophisticated introduction to the city’s rich heritage and will also act as a community resource and venue for lifelong learning for people of all ages …

Puffins have Ministerial Ear 17/06/2010 Today the many puffins, seals and Manx shearwaters of Skomer Island will have the ear of Wales’ First Minister, Carwyn Jones, as they receive a visit to celebrate the launch of the Skomer Heritage project. This …

Ouseburn Park's visitor centre officially opened 25/02/2011 The building will be home to Newcastle City Council staff working in Ouseburn Parks including the Park Manager, Information Officer, Rangers and Education and Interpretation Officer. An …