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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Lord Maynard's Charity
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Education, Heritage, ReligionPayment of grants to residents of Thaxted who are either families with three or more children under the age of 16 on the qualifying date, couples who were married in Thaxted Parish Church within the previous twelve months of the qualifying date, apprentices or students undertaking further education. Grants may also be made to Thaxted Parish Church for restoration of the church.
The Saint Mary Magdalene Trust
Facilities, Heritage, ReligionThe Trustees shall have power to hold IN TRUST Properties and Monies for the benefit of the Parish Church of St Mary Magdalene, Fleet. Income shall be invested as CAPITAL and the INTEREST ONLY shall be used as the need arises to assist the day to day running costs of the church, or repair and restoration work that needs to be carried out upon and within the church & churchyard.
The Norwich Diocesan Association Of Ringers Bell Restoration Fund
Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance the Christian religion by providing financial assistance to Churches in the Diocese of Norwich for the purpose of providing, maintaining and improving bell installations by making grants and loans to them.These aims are achieved through the work of the Association's Standing Committee and Belfry Advisory Committee.
Markfield Beam Engine And Museum
Economic and community development, HeritageThe principal activity of the Markfield Beam Engine and Museum is the conservation and operation of the Victorian Beam Pumping Engine as part of an heritage site and educational resource in the London Borough of Haringey. It is located in what was the old Tottenham sewage works, within what is now Markfield Park, and adjacent to the River Lea.
The North Downs Society
Economic and community development, Environment, HeritageThe North Downs Society is a public amenity society with the following objects: a) to conserve natural features and ecology, b) to encourage the preservation of buildings of historic interest and a high standard of design in all new developments and planning proposals, c) to stimulate public interest in the history, character, beauty and wild-life of the countryside, d) to further general amenity.
The Regimental Museum Trust Of The Duke Of Wellington's Regiment (west Riding)
Armed forces, Charitable activities, Heritage, Saving of livesEducation of the public and members of the regiment in the history and military accomplishments of the regiment by public exhibition of the collection in a museum. Restoration, conservation, repair, reconstruction and preservation of objects in the collection.
Sturminster-Marshall Parish Church Preservation Trust
Heritage, ReligionPreservation and repair of Church building
Copdock With Washbrook Church Heritage Trust
Charity and VCS support, Heritage, ReligionRaising funds for the repair and upkeep of St Peters Church Copdock
The Kingston Upon Hull Civic Society
Economic and community development, HeritageHull Civic Society monitors and comments on planning applications and aims to encourage high standards of design in new buildings and the conservation of historic buildings and those which contribute positively to the city's townscape. It holds public meetings October to April, summer guided walks and visits, provides a3 Newsletters a year and Update planning reports for members on email.
The Bow Trust (durham) Limited
Heritage, ReligionTo maintain the redundant church of St Mary-Le-Bow, Durham City, as a centre for exhibitions and activities related to the history and antiquities of the city and county, and for other educational and cultural benefits.
Friends Of Malmesbury Abbey
Associations, HeritageTo promote the restoration upkeep and improvement of the fabric of Malmesbury Abbey its furniture ornaments and contents adding to them from time to time. Generally to assist Malmesbury Abbey in any way the Association shall from time to time decide for the enhancement of the Abbey and its contents for the improvement and beautification of the buildings or the services conducted therein or thereby
The St Mary's Church South Dalton Spire And Restoration Appeal
Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionTo provide funds for the repair, restoration and maintenance of St Mary's Church, South Dalton, East Yorkshire
Mamhead Village Hall
Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, Social welfareFreehold Village hall for benefit of Mamhead Parish and surrounding area since before 1927. Social events, hall hire. Running cost fundraisers - skittles,talks,dinners,Whist,family parties,classes, exhibitions,walks,dances etc.Others as projects complete. Projects in hand for sustainability,accessibility and renovation of this historic building
Binns Organ Trust
HeritageTo maintain and operate the Binns Organ at The Albert Hall, Nottingham for the benefit of the community.
Egham-By-Runnymede Historical Society
HeritageTo promote the study of local history and archaeology in Egham and the surrounding district. To compile information on local history. To catalogue and research areas of archaeological sites. To publish information on archaeological sites and local history. To assist and support the administration of the Egham Museum. To take appropriate action towards conservation of historic buildings etc.
The Shropshire Association Of Church Bellringers Bell Restoration Fund
Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionProvide financial assitance by way of grants to churches in the Salop Archdeaconry of the Diocese of Lichfield for the provision, maintenance and improvement of their bells and bell installations for full circle ringing.
The Grasmere Rothay Appeal Fund
Heritage, Housinghelp with local housing and restore ancient buildings in Grasmere, cumbria
The Boston Stump Restoration Trust
HeritageRELIGIOUS ACTIVITIES
The Ruislip, Northwood And Eastcote Local History Society
HeritageTo inform and educate our members and the public about the history of our area, and to monitor planning proposals which will impinge on historic buildings and spoil the character of our community. To support financially projects which conserve historic sites and papers for the future.
Taynton Village Hall
Charity and VCS support, Facilities, Heritage, Social welfareStaging of/hosting regular social events for residents of the village of Taynton with a view to creating a facility for all to meet informally and raise funds for the on-going maintenance and repair of this primary social centre.
The Ely Diocesan Association Of Church Bell Ringers Bell Restoration Fund
Heritage, ReligionBell restoration
The Friends Of Hornsey Church Tower
Associations, Facilities, Heritage, ReligionTo restore and enhance the tower and churchyard of St Mary's Hornsey for the benefit of the public.
Halstock Church Land
Heritage, ReligionProviding funds towards the maintenance and repairs of the parish church of Halstock, and towards the payment of expenses incident to the performance of divine service in the said church.
Southwell And Nottingham Diocesan Guild Of Church Bell Ringers Bell Fund
Heritage, ReligionSupporting the UK tradition and heritage of church bell ringing within the Southwell and Nottingham Diocese of the Church of England by providing financial support for the repair, restoration and augmentation of bells within the diocese.
Church Lands
Heritage, ReligionMaintenance and repair of the fabric of Fladbury Parish Church.
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.