Heritage Charities That specialise in History
Discover 1,157 Heritage charities that specialise in history. Use the search below to filter within these results.
Notable charities in this sector
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Long Buckby Community Centre
Associations, Facilities, Health, Heritage, LeisureOperate and maintain Long Buckby Community Centre, a two storey community owned building, run for the benefit of the local community.Hire of rooms to local groups and societies for example - Darby and Joan, The Alzheimers Society, Gardening, History, WI, Bowls.Also commercial groups - keep fit, Tai Chi. Blood Donor service and local and elections.Available for private hire
The Diesel And Electric Preservation Group Limited
Charitable activities, HeritageThe principal activity of the company is to advance the education of the public in the history and development of diesel traction on the railways of the West of England by the preservation and operation of diesel locomotives and associated equipment on the West Somerset railway.
Oliver Ford Foundation
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Heritage, Housing, LeisureThe foundation applies income and capital in provision of grants to charitable organisations for the purposes of education, and housing and training for those with learning difficulties, the advancement of knowledge of the history and techniques of interior decoration, fabric design, other decorative materials and landscape gardening, including with reference to the work of Oliver Ford.
Shropshire Regimental Museum Trust
Armed forces, HeritageThe Shropshire Regimental Museum/Soldiers of Shropshire Museum incorporates the traditions and history of all the former Shropshire Regiments. It collects, documents, conserves, exhibits and interprets items relevant to the history of these Regiments. The Modern Army Display now includes a regularly updated display of the equipment and deployment of the successor Regiments.
Bishops Cleeve Village Hall
Facilities, HeritageMANAGEMENT OF BISHOP'S CLEEVE VILLAGE HALL - A 15TH CENTURY GRADE II LISTED TITHE BARN
Coventry Canal Basin Trust Limited
HeritageTo preserve for the benefit of the citizens of Coventry in the County of West Midlands and of the nation at large, whatever of the English industrial, historical, architectural and constructional heritage may exist in and around the Coventry Canal Basin at Leicester Row, Coventry in the form of the buildings of particular beauty or industrial, historical, architectural or constructional interest
British Association For Cemeteries In South Asia
Facilities, HeritageTo promote the preservation, conservation and recording of former European cemeteries and isolated monuments in South Asia and elsewhere in Asia.To promote education in the history of all places in South Asia and elsewhere in Asia associated with European residence and in particular the territories formerly administered by the Honourable East India Company and the British Government of India.
Lincoln Record Society
Charitable activities, HeritageLINCOLN RECORD SOCIETY EXISTS TO ADVANCE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN THE HISTORY OF THE DIOCESE AND COUNTY OF LINCOLN, ESPECIALLY BY PUBLICATION OF ORIGINAL HISTORICAL DOCUMENTS.
Cambridge Arthritis Research Endeavour (care)
Heritage, ResearchSupporting scientific research into rheumatological conditions, taking various forms including laboratory-based investigation of the basic mechanisms underlying diseases of the musculoskeletal system, clinical research to investigate the features and natural history of these disorders, and to improve their management and therapy, mainly in the context of randomised clinical trials.
The South Wales Islamic Centre
Heritage, Religion, Social welfarePromote for the benefit of Members of Muslim Community particularly those who are resident in Cardiff : i. The advancement of the Religion of Islam ii.The advancement of Education in accordance with the tenets of Islam and with reference to History, Language and Culture iii.The relief of poverty, sickness and distress iv.To promote any other purpose deemed to be Charitable.
The Brunswick Town Charitable Trust
HeritageHistory,conservation and education, with a main focus on the Regency period and Brighton & Hove but with historical and geographical interests beyond these where appropriate.
The Blavatsky Trust
Education, HeritageThe Trust furthers the education, study and research into Theosophy. It supports the Copenhagen Centre for the Study of Theosophy and Esotericism at the University of Copenhagen, and post-graduate research carried out at other universities. It funds the European School of Theosophy and the Theosophical History Conference. The Trust has an informative website giving an introduction to Theosophy.
Yorkshire Archaeological And Historical Society
HeritageEDUCATION AND PROMOTION OF THE STUDY OF THE HISTORY AND ARCHAEOLOGY OF THE HISTORIC COUNTY OF YORK
De Brzezie Lanckoronski Foundation
Charitable activities, HeritageGRANTS TO POLISH PEOPLE OR INSTITUTIONS, ESPECIALLY IN THE FIELD OF EDUCATION & CULTURE. GRANTS TO POLISH ACADEMICS UNDERTAKING EDUCATION ABROAD. ASSISTANCE TO ORGANISATIONS PROMOTING AWARENESS OF POLAND'S HISTORY & ITS CONTRIBUTION IN THE SECOND WORLD WAR.
Spelthorne Archaeology And Local History Group
HeritageTo promote the study of history and archaeology in the Borough of Spelthorne.
Bushey Museum Trust
Arts, HeritageThe advancement of education in Bushey and district by the provision of a community museum and art gallery and local studies centre with material of archaeological, historical, artistic and social interest.
Pascal Theatre Company
Arts, Beneficiary group, Charity and VCS support, Economic and community development, Education, Heritage, Social welfareDrama workshops for disadvantaged young people. Workshops for unemployed people which use drama techniques to help them find work. Working with volunteers to make accessible community theatre. Cooperating with other arts and educational organisations. Promoting New Writing. Creating projects exploring heritage and history. Producing new plays. Producing play readings. Training volunteers.
Bournemouth U3a
Arts, Education, Heritage, Leisure, ResearchThe charity recruits tutors to lead groups to discuss or participate in a wide variety of topics and activities. We provide venues for about 100 classes ranging from academic subjects such as languages, literature, writing, philosophy and history to more active pursuits such as tennis, badminton, dancing, cycling, walking and keep-fit exercising, music and drama.
Apollo Youth Club
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance the education of the public resident in Reading and the neighbourhood in the art, history and culture of people of African and Caribbean origin.
Bradford Building Preservation Trust
HeritageTo preserve for the benefit of the townspeople of the Metropolitan District of Bradford buildings of particular beauty or historical, architectural or constructional interest.
Bristol And Gloucestershire Archaeological Society
Arts, HeritagePROMOTES INTEREST IN THE ANTIQUITIES OF BRISTOL AND GLOUCESTERSHIRE AND ENCOURAGES THE STUDY OF ARCHAEOLOGY BY HOLDING MEETINGS, PUBLISHING BOOKS, REPORTS AND PAPERS, PRINTING AND PUBLISHING ANCIENT RECORDS AND MANUSCRIPTS, MAINTAINING A LIBRARY, WHICH IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC, AND ADVOCATING AND ENCOURAGING THE PRESERVATION OF SITES AND BUILDINGS OF HISTORIC AND ARCHITECTURAL INTEREST
The Hockley Community Centre Association
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Crime and Justice, Education, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureTo provide affordable, well maintained and friendly facilities for local groups, clubs and individuals. These include Pre-School, majorettes, judo, martial arts, children's football, slimming world, advanced motorists, metal detectors, , yoga,U3A History club, Art appreciation, Current affairs, Geography, theatre groups and many more.
The Selborne Society Limited
Charitable activities, Heritage, ResearchTo promote public education and research in natural history and antiquities and to publish the results of that education and research. To preserve and maintain, for the benefit of the public, places of natural beauty, scientific value and antiquarian interest.
Hunsdon Village Hall
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureA village hall providing facilities for the people of Hunsdon and its surroundings. The hall is well used by local groups, Scouts, Local History Society, Parish Council, Carpet Bowls, Badminton, Youth Club, Over Three Score Club, etc. and is available for hire for private functions.
St Andrew’s Church Hingham Charity
Beneficiary group, Heritage, Religion, Social welfareProvision of Christian Services and worship. Enabling baptisms weddings and funerals Serving the local community Connecting with the history and heritage of the church and community Encouraging Christian discipleship and commitmentChristian pastoral ministry to those of all ages but particularly children and the elderlySupport of the bereaved
Frequently asked questions about this sector
How many history heritage charities are there in the UK?
There are 1,157 registered history heritage charities on the Charity Commission for England and Wales register at the most recent refresh.
Which is the largest of the history 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 history heritage charities?
History 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 history heritage charities?
Across all history 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 history heritage charities?
History 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.