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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The Society For The Preservation Of Shoreham Church
Associations, Facilities, Heritage, ReligionObjectives are the improvement, restoration, repair and upkeep of the fabric of Shoreham Church, its contents, its churchyard and its boundary gates and fences.
The St Martin Benefice Trust
Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionGrant making to fund the advancement of Christianity through all charitable means, including the improvement, restoration and repair of church buildings.
Aldingbourne Village Hall Fund
Facilities, HeritageIncome towards the upkeep maintenance and repair of Aldingbourne Community Centre
The Bolton 66 Tramcar Trust
Charitable activities, HeritageThe objectives of the charity are to acquire, repair, restore and renovate mechanical vehicles of historic interest and to advance the education of the public in the history of mechanical transport and in historic vehicles of all kinds.
Village Hall Sapperton
Facilities, HeritageMaintaining and utilising the Sapperton Village Hall for the benefit of the community. (Grade II Listed building)
Richard Porters Charity
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionProvides for the maintenance and repair of the fabric and expense of the Parish Church of St Lawrence and the maintenance of the services of the said church and the furniture thereof. Provides grants towards the education of young people under the age of 25 years who are bona fida resident in the Ancient Ecclesiastical Parish of Mickleton
Church And Town Lands
Charitable activities, Heritage, Religion, Social welfareGives grants to the parish church for its maintenance and upkeep, providing the people of Carbrooke with a venue for a place of worship, baptisms, marriages, funerals and other religious and secular events.Gives grants to local organisations for the relief of poverty in the area.
The Sexton's Charity
Charitable activities, Heritage, Professions, ReligionUpkeep & repair of one private house in return for Sexton's duties at Lambourn Parish Church or if there be no sexton to make grants from funds and rents,( after provisions for repairs and maintenance of the property and any other liabilities) to Lambourn PCC for activities normally undertaken by a sexton as set out in the revision to the trust deed January 2022
North Staffordshire Association Of Change Ringers Bell Restoration Fund
Charitable activities, HeritageThe object of the fund shall be to advance the Christian religion by providing financial assistance to Churches in the diocese of Lichfield and in the Archdeaconry of Stoke-on-Trent, for the purposes of maintaining and improving their bell installations by making grants to them.
The Towton Battlefield Society
Education, HeritageProtects the historic Battlefield at Towton. Actively promotes research and improved knowledge of the Battlefield and other related subjects particularly the preservation of the use of the English Longbow.Works with schools, community groups and national bodies to engage the wider public to learn more about the Battle of Towton, the Wars of the Roses and Medieval history.
Ruthin Ambulance Hall
Health, Heritage, Saving of livesUpkeep and maintenance of Ruthin Ambulance Hall, which was built for use of the St John Ambulance & Red Cross Groups as well as other community groups.
The Friends Of Michelmersh Parish Church
Associations, Heritage, ReligionOur object is the preservation, repair, restoration and maintenance of the fabric of Michelmersh Parish Church and the major fittings, furniture and ornaments of the church, also to foster interest in the preservation of the church.
The Manchester Bolton And Bury Canal Society
HeritageTo restore, reconstruct, preserve, maintain and improve the Manchester Bolton & Bury Canal
Friends Of St John The Baptist Whittington
Associations, Heritage, ReligionThe promotion of religious teaching - Church of England - within the parish of Whittington, Shropshire and the maintenance and upkeep of St John The Baptist Church, Whittington.
The Clarke-Molyneux Trust
Arts, HeritageSupport is principally given to charitable organisations promoting education in art, architecture, history and music, particularly in Venice and assisting in the preservation for the public benefit of buildings and works of art in Venice.
Goring Ecclesiastical Charity
Facilities, Heritage, ReligionIncome for the upkeep and repair of the fabric of St Thomas Church, Goring, and the upkeep and repair of any Church Hall held for the parish of Goring.
Harvington Hall Restoration Fund
Facilities, Heritage, Housing, Social welfareHarvington Hall, a fascinating moated Elizabethan manor complete with gardens and a unique malt house, attracts over 20,000 visitors a year who enjoy its peace and learn about its significant role as a place of refuge during the turbulent penal times of the 17th century. The trust aims to complete the restoration and development of the buildings to ensure their survival.
The Friends Of St Martin's Church, Zeals
Associations, Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, ReligionFinancial support to: The restoration, preservation, repair, maintenance, improvement and beautification for the public Benefit and use, the historic Church of St Martin's Zeals.The Christian Mission in the Zeals Whitesheet Church of England Primary Academy by providing Bibles for Zeals Children or other similar financial support.Any other charitable purposes, as stated in the Objects.
Friends Of St Nicolas Church, Great Bookham
Associations, Facilities, Heritage, ReligionTo support the restoration, repair, maintenance and beautification of the Parish Church of St Nicolas, Great Bookham in the Diocese of Guildford (hereinafter called ?the Church?) and of the monuments, fittings, structural fixtures, stained glass, furniture, ornaments and chattels in the church and churchyard, including paths, walls, gates and main services belonging to the Church
The Right Honourable Bridget Viscountess Galway's Charity
Beneficiary group, Heritage, Social welfareA charity set up in Georgian times to provide financial assistance to poor elderly people in England & Wales. Small annual grants are made.
Halifax Civic Trust
Economic and community development, HeritageConservation of buildings and surroundings in the Halifax area.
Nottinghamshire Building Preservation Trust LTD
HeritageProvision of advice and assistance with the repair, renovation and restoration of Nottinghamshire buildings of especial beauty, historic or architectural interest.
Parish Hall
Facilities, HeritageUpkeep and Maintenance of Parish Hall
Charity Consisting Of The Property Constituting The Endowment Of The Original Church And Poor's Land Charity
Heritage, Religion, Social welfare1) The maintenance and repair of the parish church of Wootton and its appurtenances. 2) The general benefit of the poor within the ancient parish of Wootton.
The Friends Of The Union Chapel
Arts, Associations, Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ReligionTo support the repair of the Union Chapel building in Upper Street, Islington; the safeguarding of the Congregation of Union Chapel Archives; and the implementation of the Organ Restoration and Music Outreach Project, and their use for the benefit of the wider community. To assist the Union Chapel Project, Margins Project, and Church in fund raising and organising events.
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.