East Midlands

Children toasting marshmallows at a woodland storytelling festival
Children toasting marshmallows at a woodland storytelling festival

Projects

A community woodland for Bulwell

A Nottinghamshire community has been encouraged to explore, appreciate and care for local woodland in need of maintenance.

The Cathedral in Lincoln

Projects

Lincoln Cathedral Connected (KickstartGIA2020)

Lincoln Cathedral is one of the finest, and largest, cathedrals in northern Europe. This, added to its unique hilltop location, makes it one of the most visible buildings in the UK.

Pew Cushion volunteers at St Martin's Bilborough
Pew Cushion volunteers

Projects

Hidden Treasures at St Martin's Church

A neglected medieval parish church was inspired to create a comfortable and welcoming community hub and share their hidden treasures with a new audience.

Children exploring their local natural heritage
Children exploring their local natural heritage

Projects

Rose of the Shires

People learned about, recorded and became actively involved in caring for the fascinating built and natural heritage on their doorstep.

People in science fiction costumes

Projects

Exploring Childhoods

This project allowed the museum to be more adventurous, deepen relationships with community partners and seek out new audiences for more contemporary collections.

People running through Sconce and Devon Park

Projects

Newark - Sconce and Devon Park

The project focused on a range of improvements to enhance the appearance and accessibility of Sconce and Devon Park.

Outside view of the Roundhouse in Derby

Projects

Derby College - The Roundhouse

The distinctive Roundhouse is an iconic landmark building in Derby. The site has now been converted for use by Derby College, to provide a central, easily accessible campus.