Stories
The project working towards a sustainable and inclusive woodworking sector
Safe and supportive spaces for under-served people to learn new skills could provide a vital boost to a threatened trade.
Learning
Albert Avenue outdoor swimming pool in Hull. Photo: Esteem.
Projects
A lido revolution: championing outdoor swimming
The Pooling Resources project, led by Future Lidos, has developed and delivered a digital toolkit to support the revival of lidos across the UK.
Hibiscus Rising sculpture by Yinka Shonibare CBE RA. Photo: Ellen Hunter.
Projects
Hibiscus Rising: celebrating cultural heritage inspired by the legacy of David Oluwale
A community engagement programme will accompany a public artwork, Hibiscus Rising, created by Yinka Shonibare CBE RA to honour David Oluwale.
Archeological excavations at Rendlesham. Photo: Suffolk County Council / Jim Pullen.
Projects
Rendlesham Revealed: unearthing Anglo-Saxon life in Suffolk
A community archaeology project has made new discoveries in the Anglo-Saxon kingdom of East Anglia with the help of hundreds of volunteers.
Donaghadee Harbour. Credit Bernie Brown bbphotographic for Tourism Ireland
Projects
Sir Samuel Kelly Lifeboat commemorated with exhibition space in Donaghadee
Donaghadee Heritage has secured £90,000 to bring the story of the lifeboat and the town's history to life.
St James' Aslackby
Projects
St James Aslackby: Preserving Heritage, Fostering Community, and Bringing History to Life
The Parochial Church Council (PCC) of St James Aslackby are using the building’s heritage to make it a vibrant space for the community.
Activist Keith Armstrong in the 1990s, campaigning for accessible public transport. Credit: Shape Arts
News
Creating an archive for historic disability rights movement
Disability-led arts charity Shape Arts will showcase the movement's rich heritage and personal stories – coinciding with the 30th anniversary of the Disability Discrimination Act in 2025.
The film, A Light that Never Fades will be a resource to educate about black heritage, equality and diversity. Photo: Arthur Wharton Foundation.
Projects
Arthur Wharton: the world’s first black professional footballer and sprint champion
A new short film will share the story of the world’s first black professional footballer and the first official fastest man on the planet.
News
Five ways museums can improve mental health and wellbeing
We talked to Director of charity Arts and Minds, Lucy Oliver-Harrison, about the Arts on Prescription – Heritage for Health project.
News
New online resource to answer the sector’s digital questions
From content and engagement to planning and leadership, the free website aims to help small to medium-sized organisations boost their digital knowledge and capability.
Netball games with Sported charity. Credit: Sported NI
Projects
Sport in the Community: Shaping NI for 100 Years
Sported Foundation were awarded a £24,861 National Lottery grant to explore the history of sport and how it plays a part in Northern Ireland's identity.
Credit: Pete Carr
Projects
International Slavery Museum: Igniting Ideas and Action
The International Slavery Museum in Liverpool will be transformed from a collection of galleries into a prominent museum, the first of its kind in the UK.