Get advice from heritage grantees
Blyth Tall Ship has created inspiring volunteer opportunities in the north east. Photo: Colin McLean Photography.
Some of the best tips for planning and running your project often come from people who've been there and done it before.
We want to demystify the project application and delivery process and share experience across the heritage sector.
Our grantee Q&As bring together guidance and inspiration from successful heritage projects of all shapes and sizes.
Hear from project managers across the UK reflecting on the ups and downs, what they've learned and what they'd do differently next time.
Explore the Q&As below, or for more advice on how to navigate each stage of your project, explore our good practice guidance.
For bespoke support, get in touch with your local Heritage Fund team or complete a Project Enquiry.
A portrait of Twimukye Mushaka, by photographer Karen Gordon, featured in the project's exhibition highlighting migrant stories in Scotland.
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Grantee Q&A: building a platform for a community's heritage
Nazek Ramadan from Migrant Voice shares her reflections and advice on the different stages of their project’s journey – from the challenges of the application process to the joys of providing amazing opportunities for their community.
The original illuminations captured the imaginations of local people and visitors from around the UK. Photo: Whittle Productions.
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Grantee Q&A: illuminating Leamington's festival of light
We asked Carole Sleight and David Clargo, co-directors of Whittle Productions, to share what they learned from delivering a unique oral history project in their local community.
Karen and the project team gather to celebrate the launch of the Maroon Mile at the Heart of Midlothian Memorial Clock, in the city's Haymarket.
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Grantee Q&A: mapping community history in the heart of Edinburgh
Karen Mailley from Heart of Midlothian Football Club shares reflections and advice from their recent heritage project – from the value of working with the local community, to how detailed early planning can help you to anticipate challenges.
Hedge planting at Culgaith. Photo: Eden Rivers Trust.
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Grantee Q&A: the value of collaboration and planning
We asked Elizabeth Radford from the Eden Rivers Trust to share what she’s learned on the Trust’s project journey – from the vital importance of the development phase to the surprises that unfold over years of delivery.