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A way forward for historic building trusts charity

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… trusts charity A charity which supports the rescue and sustainable use of historic buildings across the UK had … Building Preservation Trusts (UKAPT) lost its core funding and was relying on volunteers to keep going. The charity is a … so it can generate more income. It has re-branded, and is now called the Heritage Trust Network to reflect its fresh …

50 Years of MPA

Participants logging archive materials

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… of posters, leaflets, publications, photographs, videos and artwork. These were all stored in a basement and weren’t publicly accessible. The project brought together … online archive of thousands of digitised artefacts is now available on the MPA website . A temporary exhibition was …

Abingdon Abbey buildings – a heritage asset at the heart of the community

Abingdon Abbey at night. Credit: The Friends of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust.

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… space, though currently they can’t operate all year round and aren’t accessible. Supported by a £4million grant, The … years to create welcoming spaces for Abingdon residents now and in the future. It’s our turn to save them once more. … space, though currently they can’t operate all year round and aren’t accessible. Supported by a £4million grant, The …

Creating and restoring wetland habitats at WWT Llanelli

Two black tailed godwit birds on a bed of water

Black-tailed Godwits searching for food. Credit: WWT.

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… Creating and restoring wetland habitats at WWT Llanelli 19/05/2026 … conditions for internationally important wintering birds and bring local people closer to nature. WWT Llanelli, … of this project is looking at how we can make improvements now, that will benefit long into the future for generations …

Saving the Home of Auld Lang Syne

Three people standing at a gate. Behind them are white farm buildings. They are holding a blues circular The NAtional Lottery Heritage FUnd sign

Heritage Fund support for Saving the Home of Auld Lang Syne. Photo: Ian Findlay/Robert Burns Ellisland Trust.

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… the original buildings where he lived, fields he worked and the paths he walked. Operated by Robert Burns Ellisland Trust since 2020, the farm attracts Burns lovers and visitors from Scotland and across the globe. We have … of engagement and events to share the legacy of Burns now and into the future.” Caroline Clark, The National …

Biodiversity in Schools

Volunteers learning new environmental surveying techniques

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… that if you equip children with the skills, knowledge and passion for the natural world, they will become its … £30,000 to introduce thousands of children, teachers and parents to the rich tapestry of nature in their own … plans in place for 18 schools across Barnsley, the area now has numerous fervent protectors of animals, birds and …

A new home for County Durham’s historic collections

Staff outside The Story, a new history centre in Durham.

Staff outside The Story. Photo: Durham County Council.

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… the heritage of County Durham. Home to ancient archives and archaeological finds, records of bravery and life-changing events, The Story brings together five … said: "We're absolutely delighted that The Story is now open to the public. This new attraction is a place where …

Volunteers vital at Wentworth Woodhouse

Three people recording film in large stately room

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… Recovery Fund for Heritage – £468,300 in the first round and £413,000 in the second round. This supported the house … (COVID-19) pandemic, including with staff costs, utilities and creation of outdoor facilities. The funding also helped … Team volunteer Steve Ash After receiving training, they now plan, script, shoot, present, edit and make accessible …

The Common Lot's Living Heritage in Mile Cross

Two paper lanterns in the shape of houses in an outdoor parade

The Mile Cross estate in Norwich turned 100 years old in 2023.

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… 100 years old in 2023. Community memories were gathered and shared to celebrate the centenary of England's oldest … boom when the government sought to clear slums and provide houses for those who served in the First World … for the future. “With our community story finders we are now putting the final touches to our book: ‘Mile Cross 100: A …

Inner Forth Landscape Initiative

Conservation volunteers at Kinneil lagoons

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… Kinneil lagoons This landscape-scale project is conserving and interpreting the valued habitats and active industrial heritage of the Inner Forth area. The … I’ve been shown practical ways of recording that up until now I hadn’t thought of and actually doing it on a real site …

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