Heritage Charities That specialise in History

To advance the education of the public in the study of family history, genealogy and heraldry with particular reference to Somerset and Dorset.To promote the preservation, security, accessibility and publication of archival material

We promote Bognor Regis local history by offering monthly meetings with talks on various subjects. We also offer slide shows and talks to local schools and adult groups, plus attend seasonal events with our own stall. Finally, the society operates a local history museum in the town, run entirely by the volunteer membership.

To preserve parts of Hampstead Heath governed by the Hampstead Heath Act 1871 in their wild and natural state. To preserve the natural and characteristic features of the other parts of the Heath. To promote public interest in the study of natural history. To maintain the amenities and characteristics of the environs of the Heath and the buildings and streets of Hampstead.

The Foxton inclined plane trust is the voluntary organisation dedicated to the restoration of the foxton inclined plane boat lift and the preservation of its history.

The advancement of public knowledge and understanding of features of historical interest in the area of benefit

A series of lectures during the winter. Visits to places of Historical interest. The publication of local history books. To help people with historical research.

The academic study of early Christianity within its historical context, including its theological, socio-economic, religious and political dimensions.

To promote the study of all aspects of agricultural history and the history of the rural economy and society, through the publication of a biannual journal, a newsletter and a website.

To educate the public and members of the Princess of Wales's Royal Regiment in the history of the Royal Hampshire Regiment and its military accomplishments; and to uphold the traditions and perpetuate the deeds of the Royal Hampshire Regiment by the preservation and public exhibition of the Regimental Collection consisting of documents, artefacts and other items of the Royal Hampshire Regiment.

The charity provides a museum to show, through multi media displays, to all ages, the history of the East Anglian Regiments and the Royal Anglian Regiment from 1958. The museum is located at the Imperial War Museum site at Duxford, just outside Cambridge.

The Catholic Record Society was established with the aim of advancing education in connection with the history of Roman Catholicism in the British Isles since the reformation. The activities of the society are the collation and review of articles for inclusion in the society's journal and in the publication of manuscripts and other texts in the society's volumes/monographs, the 3 day annual confer

To advance education in the life of Sir Winston Churchill by providing financial assistance towards the care control and preservation for the public benefit of the collections of historical and educational value, previously the property of Sir Winston, placed in the Churchill Archives Centre, Churchill College, and of all other archives papers and documents under the control of Churchill College.

The Library provides a resource of both historical and contemporary evangelical literature for the Christian public, and supports similar libraries in other countries.

The purpose of the charity is to operate the museum of The Royal Warwickshire Regiment and its successors in order to portray the story of The Regiment for the educational and informational benefit of all classes of visitor and to make this part of The County history available to all.

To maintain and enhance the fabric of Waltham Abbey Church, as a building of historical and architectural importance.

The charity raises funds for and otherwise supports The English College in Prague and enables the College to provide a quality education based on the best British and historical practice.

The trust aims to restore, preserve and maintain its two historic fishing vessels, the 'Lydia Eva' YH89 and the 'Mincarlo' LT412 as floating museums, open to the public to interpret the social history of Great Yarmouth and Lowestoft, together with the story of the vessels themselves.

Education and research

The Adnams Community Trust supports good causes within 25 miles of Southwold. Grants range from £100 to £2,500. National charities may apply providing the grant is for use exclusively within the Adnams Community Trust catchment area. Grants are made under the headings of Health & Social Welfare, Education, Recreation, The Arts, Buildings/Community Facilities, History, Environment/Conservation.

The British Institute of Organ Studies (BIOS) exists to encourage and promote the study of the pipe organ, its history and design, and to increase appreciation and understanding of its music by both organists and the general public. The society serves effectively as the amenity society for the British organ and lobbies Governmentand other national bodies on behalf of the instrument.

To inform and educate the serving Corps and the general public on the history and traditions of the Royal Marines and to initiate, support or carry out the necessary research to achieve these objectives.

A. To promote and encourage the public study of family history, genealogy, heraldry and local history with particular reference to Wiltshire. B. To promote the preservation, security, accessibility of archival material.

To involve and educate the public in Britain about1) nature conservation in Israel2) to promote educational activities and scientific study of the wildlife , flora, fauna , water , soils and natural resources of Israel/The Holy Land3) help preserve sites of special historical and scientific significance in Israel

To promote and foster the study of the history, archaeology and antiquities of Nottinghamshire for the public benefit and to promote and foster public knowledge, understanding and appreciation of Nottinghamshire's history generally.

PROMOTION OF PUBLIC EDUCATION AND APPRECIATION OF THE HISTORY AND DESIGN OF ANTIQUES AND OTHER WORKS OF ART AND TO ADVANCE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE SKILLS AND TECHNIQUES REQUIRED IN RESTORING AND CONSERVING ANTIQUES AND OTHER WORKS OF ART.