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HLF digs deep for coal dynasty’s former home

News

… Cardiff, was built for a wealthy coal dynasty in 1856 and is a symbol of South Wales' rich industrial past. The … we're all delighted. The restoration and building work can now begin as we enter a new and exciting phase in the story … fashions of their day: first Victorian Gothic by James and then Neo-Georgian by George Frederick. The Old Dining Room, …

Black and brown faces in green spaces

Dr Anjana Khatwa

Blogs

… Black and brown faces in green spaces Future Heritage 19/08/2020 Dr … and Minority Ethnic (BAME) communities. Such projects then become institutionally racist. Programmes are delivered … people. Black Indigenous and People of Colour (BIPoC) is now gaining traction. 3. Embed posts within the BIPoC …

Restoring one of England’s earliest Greek Revival houses and Grade I listed gardens

The facade of Belsay Hall on a sunny day, with visitors exploring the grounds
Visitors attending the opening day at Belsay hall and gardens. Credit: Ellen Hunter.

Projects

… Restoring one of England’s earliest Greek Revival houses and Grade I listed gardens Visitors attending the opening day at Belsay hall and gardens. Credit: Ellen Hunter. Heritage Grants Date … and much of the gardens and woodlands were overgrown. Now, the original roof – which caused damp issues for over …

Celebrating the Cascade: restoring Chatsworth’s iconic water feature

Visitors enjoy playing in the Chatsworth Cascade. Chatsworth House is in view in the distance.
Many visitors have fond memories of the Cascade, but in recent years the flow of water has stopped to prevent further structural decline. Credit: Simon Broadhead.

Projects

… 1600s, the Cascade is a rare example of early engineering and nature-inspired design. It has delighted generations of visitors but is now in urgent need of repair due to water damage and structural decline. By restoring the Cascade, the Trust …

A new approach to supporting religious buildings

Sara Crofts

Blogs

… Environment Sara Crofts sets out how HLF is helping time and resource-stretched congregations access National Lottery … of worship sit at the very heart of our local communities and over the last few months there have been a number of … well as activities to engage people in their heritage. We now believe it is time to give congregations even greater …

Splashing the cash: £10.1million to help widen heritage talent pool

Menyw yn sefyll ar long hanesyddol
Bydd hyfforddeion yn dysgu sgiliau morwriaeth a churadurol National Historic Ships UK

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… in 18 projects across the UK to help train a new and more diverse generation of heritage craftspeople, digital specialists and entrepreneurs. A strong focus will be placed on people … following their training. Skills for the Future is now closed to further applications. As part of this …

Thank you Wales: £1.6billion of National Lottery investment in Wales

Richard Bellamy
Richard Bellamy, Cadeirydd Fforwm Loteri Cymru

Blogs

… F Kennedy, who wisely said: “We must find time to stop and thank the people who make a difference in our lives.” … distributing bodies work in Wales. The Point of Ayr Then and Now project in Flintshire, preserving the memory of the last …

Countdown to Capability Brown 300th birthday celebrations begin

Capability Brown lake and landscape at Wotton, Bucks

News

… begin 04/02/2014 The Capability Brown 300 Celebration and Festival has received a first round pass and will receive £139,200 development funding from the … Heritage Lottery Fund and a marvellous partnership we can now give Capability Brown, England's greatest landscape …

Railway plans on the right track

Historic steam train on the South Tynedale Railway

News

… by the South Tynedale Railway (STR) will protect and enhance railway and industrial heritage in the remote and beautiful upper … a little over a year ago and temporary repairs will now be made permanent ensuring another century and more of …

From maritime to market - HLF cash boost to create community hubs

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… of Grade II listed buildings, Hay-on-Wye Cheese Market and St Mary’s Church in Nefyn. The money will be used to restore them for community use and create museum and interpretation spaces to tell the rich … are supported by a committed team of volunteers who will now receive practical training to inspire other members of …

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