Heritage Charities That specialise in Historical conservation and restoration
Discover 875 Heritage charities that specialise in historical conservation and restoration. Use the search below to filter within these results.
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Parish Estates Charity
Heritage, ReligionTo defraying the cost of upkeep and repair of the Guild Church of St Andrew Holborn and the maintenance of services therein subject to furthering the religious and charitable work of the Church of England in the former Parish of St Andrew Holborn.
Lawrence House Museum
Charity and VCS support, HeritageLawrence House is a grade II listed building, owned by the National Trust and leased to Launceston Town Council for the provision of a museum of local history. The museum is run by volunteers and there is no charge for admission.
Chingford Historical Society
Arts, HeritageLectures are held on historical subjects. Coach tours are organised to places of historical interest. Publications on the history of Chingford are issued. Representations are made to local authorities on historic buildings and conservation areas.
Restore Collective Charitable Trust
Beneficiary group, Heritage, Religion, Social welfareINDIVIDUAL WORK IN ATHERSTONE / MANCETTERCHURCH WORK / CHAPLAINCY / PASTORAL SUPPORTRELIEF OF POVERTY
The Joanna Collett Charity
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Facilities, Heritage, ReligionTo provide funds firstly for the repair and maintenance of the Collett family tomb, the St. John's chapel and the bells and ropes at the church of St. Martin of Tours, Chelsfield, and secondly for the repair and maintenance of the said church, chancel and churchyard.
The Fennell Memorial Homes
Heritage, HousingAdministers 4 flats in a listed victorian building in Bury St Edmunds.
Selby Abbey Trust
HeritageTo apply income received to the restoration, repair and upkeep of the fabric of Selby Abbey or to the restoration, modification and maintenance of the organ of Selby Abbey.
Society For Post-Medieval Archaeology (the)
Arts, HeritagePromote awareness of post-medieval archaeology through sponsoring conferences and research, by publishing a journal and newsletter, and by encouraging student participation and public engagement.
The Friends Of Holy Cross Church, Sarratt
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ReligionTo raise funds for the preservation maintenance, restoration, improvement, or ornamentation of Holy Cross Church, Sarratt.
Ryhope Engines Trust
HeritagePreservation and display of Victorian Pumping Station
Mr And Mrs Groves Dames' Homes
Beneficiary group, Heritage, HousingThe charity provides housing and facilities for up to 12 elderly ladies in 12 flats at 58-80 Mill Road, Deal. They pay the Trust towards the costs of repairs and maintenance and towards the heating costs. The charity's outgoings include heating (gas), repairs and maintenance, insurance, water rate and any necessary refurbishment costs when a flat is vacated.
Village Hall For The Benefit Of Hook, Greatfields And Greenhill
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, HeritageRaising funds for the upkeep and maintenance of the village hall; offering an amenity to the community for the benefit of local residents and clubs.
Haxey Church Estate
Heritage, ReligionIncome to be applied primarily in or towards the maintenance and repair of the fabric of the Parish Church of Haxey.
Churcham And Bulley National School
Education, Heritage, ReligionManagement and maintenance of Grade 2 listed buildings to provide resources and facilities for extra-curricular secular and religious education.
British Enginemen Steam Preservation Society
HeritageREBUILDING a black five steam engine 45293MN.BLUE STAR 35010
Mrs Gilliat's Almshouses
Heritage, HousingRepair and maintenance of 4 Almshouses in Chorleywood, Hertfordshire, which are occupied under licence by people in need and/or on a low income, and as and when necessary finding suitable occupiers.
Llandrindod Wells Spa Town Trust Limited
Health, HeritageThe Trust maintains the old spa buildings in the Victorian Town of Llandrindod Wells, Powys, Mid Wales. We have two buildings one to provide space for healing and well being. We have many different treatments available eg Osteopath, Reiki, Counselling, Indian Head and Hot Stones Massages, Mindfulness and Life Coaching. We also have hearing specialists and ear wax removal services.
The Pipe Roll Society
HeritageEditing and publishing Pipe Rolls and other documents of English medieval government prior to 1350 for the use of scholars and others
The Chimes Trust
Heritage, ReligionMAKING FINANCIAL GRANTS TOWARDS THE REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF THE CHIMES/BELLS IN THE CATHEDRAL CHURCH OF ST MARY THE VIRGIN SOUTHWELL NOTTINGHAMSHIRE; AND MAKING FINANCIAL GRANTS TOWARDS DEFRAYING THE COST OF THE MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR OF THE FABRIC OF THE SAID CHURCH; AND MAINTAINING A RESERVE FUND FOR SUCH PURPOSES
The Devon Church Bell Restoration Fund
Heritage, ReligionCHURCH BELL RESTORATION
Bishop Skirlaugh (otherwise Called The Chapel Estate)
Heritage, ReligionThe Bishop Skirlaugh Charity was given by Walter de Skirlaw, formerly Bishop of Durham, the founder and builder of the church, for the repairs and maintenance thereof.
Friends Of Saint Mary's Church, Kintbury
Associations, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ReligionTo raise funds for the maintenance and repair of Saint Mary's Church Kintbury
Thompson B1 Locomotive Trust
HeritageTo preserve, operate and exhibit for the public benefit for educational and instructional purposes the steam locomotive known as 'the ex-London and North Eastern Railway Class B1 Locomotive Number 1264'
The On Organ Fund
Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionThe On Organ Fund makes grants to churches and places of worship for the provision, restoration or rebuilding of pipe organs. Applications must be for organs situated within the British Isles.
Sheringham And District Society
Arts, HeritageWe seek to stimulate public interest in the area by encouraging the protection of features of historic significance, and by providing access to a maritime museum and shell art gallery in historic buildings we maintain. We support initiatives that enhance the continuing preservation and development of features in the area, and those that seek to conserve the historic nature of the area.
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities are there in the UK?
There are 875 registered historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities by income?
Wellcome Trust is the largest by latest reported annual income (£569.5m). Notable peers are listed on this page; the full ranking is available by sorting the results by highest income.
What is the combined annual income of historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities?
Historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities reported a combined annual income of £2.7bn across their most recent filings with the Charity Commission.
What is a typical program ratio for historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities?
Across all historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities, the aggregate program ratio (charitable expenditure as a share of income) is 100.0%. Individual charity ratios vary widely — see each profile for a sector-band benchmark.
What is the average annual income of historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities?
Historical-conservation-and-restoration heritage charities have an average annual income of £758k. The distribution is heavily skewed: a small number of large charities account for most sector income, while the majority report under £100k a year.
Where does this data come from?
All figures are sourced from the Charity Commission for England and Wales public register, refreshed weekly. Derived metrics (program ratio, efficiency) are calculated by Charity Finder using the formulas documented on the data sources page.