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Revamped North Yorkshire museum reveals new name
Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum in North Yorkshire to be renamed Land of Iron when it reopens in autumn 2022.
Minister for Heritage, Nigel Huddleston, at YHA Ironbridge Coalport with Manager and Deputy Manager Ben Platt (left) and Andrew Philipson (right).
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Charity YHA awarded almost £1million from the Culture Recovery Fund
The organisation – which provides hostel stays and experiences to improve mental and physical wellbeing for young people – is receiving a financial boost to help it recover from the pandemic.
Simon Thurley, Chair of the Heritage Fund, walking between Chantelle Lindsay and Bobbi Benjamin-Wand, from London Wildlife Trust, at Camley Street Natural Park in London. Image © Broni Lloyd-Edwards.
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£5million to improve access to nature and combat climate change
We’re partnering with The Wildlife Trusts to bring nature to the heart of communities across the UK, as part of our Platinum Jubilee legacy investment.
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Celebrating two years of Digital Skills for Heritage
This month we are marking two years of our Digital Skills for Heritage initiative by looking at how far we’ve come, and where we’re going next.
A World of Good exhibition
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Four projects shortlisted for excellence in environmental sustainability
Low-carbon renovations and exhibitions featuring recycled materials and strong environmental messages recognised in this year's Museums + Heritage Sustainable Project of the Year shortlist.
Festival artwork for Wondrous Stories. Credit: Dan Tucker
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Exciting programme of cultural events for Birmingham 2022 Festival
Birmingham 2022 Festival announces its six-month-long programme of events, bringing together sports, heritage and culture to showcase the West Midlands’ unique character.
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Open weekend announced for UK’s first marine park
Plymouth Sound National Marine Park has announced details of its first programme of community activities, after receiving £9.5million as part of the Heritage Horizon Awards.
Field Cricket (Gryllus campestris) nymph basking at burrow entrance to promote moulting. Sussex, UK. April
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Bringing England’s species Back from the Brink of extinction
As Back from the Brink draws to a close, we look at how this game-changing conservation programme has helped turn the tide for some of England’s most threatened species.
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Community at heart of Silverburn Flax Mill revival
The much-loved mill is at the centre of a five-year project, set to receive £3.47million from the Heritage Fund.
Event held at St George's, one of the Camden 4 churches
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The changemaker churches supporting their local communities
Two church projects are using new and innovative approaches to help the most deprived and vulnerable members of their local community.
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New funding for heritage job creation and skills development in Northern Ireland
Department for Communities funding for heritage organisations will create employment opportunities for individuals who wish to enter into, or progress within, the heritage sector.
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Millennium Falcon exhibition to open in West Wales
From a galaxy far, far away to Pembroke Dock – the story of how the Star Wars films' iconic starship was built will be told, thanks to National Lottery players.
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£2.7million funding for Grimsby Youth Zone
Young people are at the "heart" of a project which will help regenerate the under-served area of North East Lincolnshire
Powys Castle is offering free entry to National Lottery players.
© National Trust Images/Megan Tayl
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Open up your heritage to new visitors during National Lottery Open Week 2022
Has your project received National Lottery funding? Sign up to National Lottery Open Week to say #ThanksToYou to players – and reach new visitors and supporters along the way.
Murlough National Nature Reserve.
Credit: National Trust
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Join our Committee for Northern Ireland
We are seeking three new Committee members who can help us steer a course for heritage in Northern Ireland – apply by Sunday 6 February 2022.
St Helens WFC, 1977.
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Revealing the hidden history of women’s football
As England prepares to host the UEFA Women’s EUROs this summer, a National Lottery funded project will tell the stories of the country's female pioneers of the game.
Giant's Ring
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New COVID-19 recovery funding for organisations and individuals in Northern Ireland
Department for Communities funding will support the heritage sector in Northern Ireland, helping it to weather the continuing financial impact of the pandemic.
Heritage Minister Nigel Huddleston's visit to grantee Alexandra Palace. Credit: Lloyd Winters
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The Culture Recovery Fund’s £15.5million festive boost for heritage
Nearly 140 heritage organisations across England will benefit from the government’s latest round of funding, helping to achieve financial sustainability for 2022.