East of England

Volunteers researched the history of the Bedford College of Physical Training and developed a film using archival material and interviews with former students.

The WW1 Near and Far project involved nearly half of the Onslow St Audrey’s school in Welwyn Garden City learning about the First World War.

A cluster of primary schools and a secondary academy were involved in this project learning about the First World War.

This project helped to restore Peterborough’s Central Park back to its Victorian splendour.

The acquisition of Holmewood Estate, by the local wildlife trust, was a vital part of the creation of the Great Fen, one of the largest and most ambitious habitat restoration projects in Europe.

Binham Priory, one of Norfolk’s most impressive monastic ruins, has been conserved and repaired, with increased access for the public.

Funding to acquire and preserve a 17th-centure Grade II listed cottage in Helpston near Peterborough, where the poet John Clare was born.

Helpston Parochial Church Council used this grant to restore and convert the Grade II listed Botolph’s Barn into a community facility and exhibition space celebrating the 19th century poet John Clare.

The Ware Museum has been extended and refurbished, to allow visitors more space to explore its collections and learn about the history of Ware and the surrounding area.

Primary schools explored the customs and traditional stories of the Fens and shared their learning through art, performance, music, exhibitions and publications.

This project facilitated the acquisition and conservation of the Grade II*-listed Priory House in Dunstable.

The acquisition of Abbots Hall Farm showed a new approach to managing the coastline in the face of climate change and rising sea levels, while also benefiting nature and people.