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Christmas cash boost secures future for seven historic churches

News

… 20/12/2013 The money will make vital repair work possible and help to ensure they remain at the heart of the … to its roof. With woodpeckers chipping away at the spire and crows nesting in the bell chamber it is sadly … today and has been described as a ‘sieve’ by experts. Now, the Grade I listed church will be made watertight so …

Inclusion isn't a 'challenge', it's a chance for exciting possibilities

Becki Morris and Zoe Partington

Blogs

… Morris, director of Disability Collaborative Network, and Zoe Partington, artist and consultant Two disabled women … excuse. For example, if all your staff use sign language then communication is improved and you don't need to buy in … as possible. The Disability Collaborative Network is now part of EMBED , which is a way of sharing things we have …

Britain’s last major bell foundry saved

Taylor Bell Foundry Loughborough - row of bells created by the foundry

Stories

… bells hung in the cathedrals, churches, universities and public buildings of over 100 countries. 20 million people in Britain, and hundreds of millions worldwide, hear a Taylor's bell … Heritage Fund grant, the Grade II* listed foundry will now be restored. Hannah Taylor, chair of the Loughborough …

Queer Heritage South: what we’ve learned about running LGBTQ+ heritage projects

a photo of David Sheppeard sitting outside against a glass wall. David has white skin, short brown hair and wears a dark shirt
David Sheppeard. Photo: Rosie Powell.

Blogs

… Powell. 24/04/2024 David Sheppeard, Co-Creative Director and Joint CEO at Marlborough Productions and Project Director at Queer Heritage South. Artist and … We’ve collaborated on exhibitions and festivals and are now embarking on a four-year programme, QHS: Live Archive, …

Chief Executive awarded CBE in Queen’s Birthday Honours

Ros Kerslake

News

… important – it creates jobs, supports wellbeing, tourism and local economies and makes our towns, cities and rural areas better places to … care from NHS staff at The Royal Marsden, I am thankfully now cancer free. Having faced these considerable challenges, …

How to engage young and diverse audiences with your archives

Shjodi Ison

Blogs

… How to engage young and diverse audiences with your archives 03/09/2024 Shjodi … apprentice, the positive impact of inclusive recruitment and how it has given clarity to her future. Clod Ensemble is … explore and experiment with different lines of work. And now I have been able to hone in on what I enjoy most. I’ve …

Marking a milestone in the heritage sector's recovery

Ros Kerslake

Blogs

… Fund for Heritage will make to the sector's recovery, and the importance of that recovery to the UK's people and communities. I believe and sincerely hope that today … with a track record of sustainable operation, who now face having to cease business by year’s end, but who can …

How we are planning to boost the heritage sector's digital potential

Tom Steinberg

Blogs

… story of my role at The National Lottery Heritage Fund, and it is certainly a match that has lit a fuse. Taking a … with very different needs When it comes to digital, right now the entire heritage sector can be very roughly divided … certain digital skills, if they’d like to have a go. And then we’ll be offering help to those who decide to give it a …

7 top heritage openings to try this spring

Old Royal Naval College's painted hall

News

… attractions to discover across the UK. 1. Pitzhanger Manor and Gallery – opening 16 March 2019 Sir John Soane built his … how the influential architect entertained his guests and browse his eclectic collection of art. This spring also … the headquarters of the North British Rubber Company, now wellie-makers Hunter? Edinburgh Canal Festival Find out …

LGBTQ+ heritage organisations share their advice on how to run great projects

People wear colourful clothes and hold banners and rainbow flags at Isle of Wight Pride.
Pride celebrations on the Isle of Wight. Photo: Héctor Manchego.

Stories

… that are saving the heritage of the LGBTQ+ community and sharing these stories to build understanding and inclusion. We spoke to two organisations running very … connections has taken a lot of time and effort. We’re now in the position where people know our work and come to us …

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