Heritage Charities That specialise in History

To advance the education of the public by the promotion and support of the charitable activities of Beamish the North of England Open Air Museum. In furtherance of these objects the Friends undertake restoration work, and generally encourage interest in the history of the region and the work of the Museum. In 2008 the Friends contributed approximately 8,500 volunteer hours in these activities.

The objects of the charity are to preserve, protect and improve, for the benefit of the general public, the natural history,historical, archaeological and religious sites and other amenities of Bardsey Island.The Charity's vision is also for Enlli (Bardsey Island) to continue as the exemplar of Welsh island life that supports a vibrant island community.

The provision of a repertory theatre in Rugby and the furtherance of education on the history, art and practice of drama.

Providing activities for children, young people and adults in order to have fun, meet friends, learn new skills, visit new places by participating in sports, arts and crafts, cookery, photography, performing arts, singing, dancing, gardening, games, quizzes, history, heritage, day trips, residentials, engaging with the community and programmes to promote independence and life skills.

The advancement of education for the benefit of the community by the establishment and running of a study centre with exhibition facilities devoted to the history and technical importance of Ettore Bugatti and cars and other products which he created.

The Museum saves, cares for and uses local heritage artefacts to tell the story of the people of East Dorset. The Museum offers an extensive learning programme with family activities and children's events regularly organised throughout the year. A regular temporary exhibition programme shares local stories and history. The Priest's House Museum Trust trades as the Museum of East Dorset.

To promote for the benefit of the public the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment and preservation of the historical architectural, archaeological and natural heritage of Landguard Point and surrounding areas by working with stakeholders and partners, andby providing or assisting in the provision of advice, support and grants.

The aim if the Society is to promote the arts. The policy is to provide musical and other entertainment including events for young people, in a historical setting that can be enjoyed by a wide spectrum of residents.The principal activity is to provide an annual festival at Windsor and the neighbouring area in the autumn and a smaller event in the spring.

This charity provides income to support the Wiltshire Archaeological and Natural History Society (Charity No. 309534).

The principal activity of the company is the advancement of education by commissioning and publishing 'Catalogue Raisonnes' of modern artists, not yet adequately covered by published material. Whilst the charity?s principal focus remains on catalogues raisonnes, it also extends the remit to educational books about art and its history more generally.

Bedford Creative Arts works collaboratively with artists and the people of Bedfordshire to create new high quality art with the communities around us centred around the values of engagement, inclusion and inspiration, with the aim of enhancing and transforming the quality of people's lives especially in areas where there is a history of low cultural engagement.

The Society promotes the study of garden history through the publication of a journal, 'Garden History' and an annual conference, lectures, seminars and visits. The Society promotes the protection and conservation of historic parks, gardens and designed landscapes through a Conservation Committee and a team of Conservation Officers.

(a) To promote appreciation of and education in the arts, crafts & associated technologies, especially but not exclusively those of the cinema & moving image (b) To educate the public by encouraging the creative participation in the arts and crafts of cinema, video & moving image (c)To educate the public in the history, aesthetics and theory of moving image in all their aspects.

Wrap Around Supporting People provides the following services to individuals with a history of offending:Housing in a 18 bed house of multiple occupation and 2 3 bed houses with 24hr continuous staff and volunteer presence offering support and security. A safe living environment to enable service users to end their cycle of offending. Support

GINGKO works to improve mutual understanding between the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) and the West. We fund and publish innovative research into the history, art history and religions of the MENA region. We bring together people from MENA and the West for transformative interfaith and intercultural encounters.

Atwell Wilson Motor Museum maintains a collection of vehicles on display to promote public education, appreciation, knowledge and enjoyment. The arrangement of the vehicles and information displayed on each provide the public with the history, evolution and development of motor vehicles and their design, technology and accessories. Some vehicles have unique heritage and previous ownership.

The objects are to educate the Naval Service and auxiliaries and other members of the public about the history of HMS Caroline and the history of the Royal Navy and other matters relating to the defence of the realm.

The Stained Glass Museum exists to promote the history and appreciation of stained glass, through its collection spanning over 800 years, which is displayed to the public. Education, preservation and raising public awareness of stained glass is the core of its mission. The Museum has a diverse programme of events, workshops and activities for all ages.

The charity was established in 1987 to 'record first-hand experiences of as wide a cross-section of present-day society as possible'. Its key focus and expertise has been oral history fieldwork and for thirty years it has initiated a series of innovative interviewing programmes.

The charity was established to:Promote the efficiency of the Regiment and to maintain its history, traditions and esprit de corps.Relieve, either generally or individually, members of The Association who are in condition of need, hardship or distress, and their dependents who are so qualified.

The Shire Hall (Dorchester)Trust is an independent charity that operates the Historic Courthouse Museum at Dorset's Shire Hall. Our mission is to make Shire Hall into a place that engages visitors with the history of justice and injustice in Dorset and beyond. It inspires people to make a difference to society, politics, and justice for all.

Our mission is to advance charitable aims through strategic projects that inspire learning, preserve and extend knowledge, and engage diverse communities for the greater good. We aim to achieve this mission by bringing the Brooke history and legacy to life through storytelling, record and artefact preservation and imaginative historical projects.

The object of The Sainsbury Archive is to advance education for the public benefit by collecting, maintaining and displaying items and documents relating to the history of Sainsbury's and the family of John James Sainsbury.

To promote public awareness and knowledge of London waterways and to provide educational opportunities for young people at the museum. Also to preserve objects of historical interest for public benefit.

THE COMPANY IS ESTABLISHED TO PROVIDE AT THE MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY FACILITIES AND PREMISES TO ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN THE ARTS AND CRAFTS AND THE NATURAL AND CULTURAL HISTORY OF KESWICK AND THE SURROUNDING REGION FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC.