East of England

Norwich is home to the largest collection of medieval churches in Northern Europe. This project shared their stories with new audiences through a three day, city-wide event.

The project offers people experiencing mental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety, the opportunity to connect creatively with heritage.

People with brain injuries explored the experiences of similar people in the past in this innovative heritage project.

Three hundred school children across East Anglia became Vikings for three days when they learnt about life during Viking times.

St Mark’s Church in Norwich has a War Memorial Chapel, dedicated in 1920. The Project restored the reredos and cleaned the War Memorial

Communities across Hertfordshire explored their county’s experience of the First World War, engaging the public by creating an exhibition and website.

The Norris Museum, home to a treasured collection of artefacts relating to the history of Huntingdonshire, has been restored.

Diss Town Council led on a project to regenerate the town’s Heritage Triangle, with the historic Corn Hall at its centre.

The ancient woodland of Frithy Wood was in decline as a natural habitat until the Green Light Trust received a grant to purchase and restore it to its original condition.

This three-year project aims to conserve the natural and cultural heritage of Bretton’s Ancient Woods, and the woodland heritage skills associated with their historical use.

A conservation and community project for Peterborough Cathedral, the oldest and largest building in the city.

An HLF grant enabled Kettle’s Yard to create greater public access and improve the care of the collection.