Heritage Charities That specialise in History

The award of bursaries for natural history projects, particularly those associated with ornithology and photography

To promote and encourage the public study of British family history, genealogy, heraldry and local history with particular reference to Gloucestershire, and the preservation, security and accessibility of archived material.

has an interest in all aspects of Clevedon as a town, historical, environmental and developmental. The society has open meetings twice per month along with many planned events. The trustees and committee meet monthly.

Our study area offers, to those with a specific interest in genealogy, access to information not available elsewhere. As well as family history, it is equally of value to those with an interest in general history of the local area. Resources include photographs, maps and a library of local publications (many out of print) including books and local papers. Also see our second hand bookshop.

The society monitors & responds to planning applications within the borough of Shrewsbury, encouraging high standards of design, architecture & town planning whilst ensuring the preservation & maintenance of the historic town fabric.The society organises lectures, exhibitions, heritage open days and an international cartoon festival to stimulate public interest and to ensure an end use for history

Museum collecting artefacts, information, pictures and photographs relating to the history of Brightlingsea and the surrounding area. Providing exhibitions in relation to the history of the town and research facilities for children and adults in connection with the latter.

The promotion of interest in and preservation of birds through conservation activities, field trips, indoor talks, the production of literature etc. and through collaboration with other interested parties such as the RSPB, BTO, local natural history groups and local government.

TO ADVANCE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN FAMILY HISTORY AND GENEALOGY PRIMARILY WITHIN, BUT NOT EXCLUSIVELY, THE AREA COVERED BY THE METROPOLITAN DISTRICT OF KIRKLEES.

Maintaining the Museum with varied and changing displays exhibiting Philatelic and Postal-related material of educational and historical interest or value.

TREASURE HUNT; Quarterley Market. VENUE FOR THE ACTIVITIES OF COMMUNITY ORGANISATIONS: BURNS NIGHT; LOCAL HISTORY SOCIETY; GARDENING CLUB - MONTHLY + PLANT SALE; YOGA; PRIVATE PARTIES; PCC'S HARVEST HOE DOWN; NEIGHBOURHOOD WATCH; YOUTH CLUB; CALENDAR OF VILLAGE HALL COMMITTEE OCCASIONS. APPLE TREE CAFE MONTHLY. ORCHARD VILLAGE MONTHLY. PRIME TIMEBI-MONTHLY PARISH COUNCIL MEETS IN THE HALL.

The educating of the public by the support and assistance of the The Wilson, Cheltenham Art Gallery & Museum ("the Gallery").Making loans or gifts of money to the Gallery, and in purchasing or acquiring or contributing to the purchase or acquisition of pictures, sculptures, works of art, costume, photographs, books and other works of artistic historical scientific or general public interest.

To tell the public about the history and current activites of the peace movemement and to support the creation of a national peace museum

To encourage interest and research into the railway history of Cumbria and adjacent areas;To collect and preserve information and materials for the advancement of public education;

The advancement of Islam and promoting its proper understanding in the Western world. In particular providing to the local Muslim community education,welfare services,history and culture, recreation and leisure activities. All activities available for male and female and young and old members of the Muslim community.

To further the understanding of the role and history of the Royal Air Force in peace and war through publications, seminars and educational and charitable grants.

To promote cultural, religious, social, educational, physical and economic welfare of the Members of the Mahajan;To advance the Hindu religion and co-operate with other organisations engaged in the promotion of Hindu religion, culture and to affiliate with such organisations if necessary;To advance the education of the public in Hindu traditions, history, language, literature and music.

The principal activity of the charity is the advancement of public education in the history, economy, geology and other features of the Dudley Canal Tunnel and Inland Waterways. In furtherance of the objectives the charity operates passenger vessels through the Dudley Canal Tunnel and on other canals in the region.

Reviewing local planning proposals and submitting views. Attending consultation meetings and public hearings where appropriate.Presenting slide shows to interested parties.Arranging visits to places of historical and/or environmental interest.Publishing a quarterly journal "City and County"Campaigning as deemed necessary to protect landscape and heritage

The charity provides our community with a pleasant and safe facility for their use for meetings and a range of social functions, such as Keep Fit, WI and a Local History Group. We fundraise by hosting events (for example: a monthly quiz/supper and an annual Duck Race and Fayre). All of which enrich the social activities of our community.

Promotes the interests of inhabitants of the North Laine Area of Brighton by working with the local authority, police & other voluntary groups. Residents with a concern can raise it at one of our monthly meetings or in our newsletter, the Runner. At meetings, in the Runner and on our web site, useful information such as local history or forthcoming social events of the association is given.

Provides talks in winter months and possibly summer visits for the Yatton area on items of historical interest. Also publishes occasional booklets covering local historical memories and information.

To promote for the public benefit the preservation, protection, development and improvement of buildings, land & features of particular beauty or historical architectural or public interest in or around Whitstable. To promote the education of the public in the geography, natural history & architecture and in particular of young people in environmental studies in Whitstable.

The Society's aims areto foster interest in Family History and to aid the progress of newcomers to the Society; to publish a Journal twice annually as a means of exchanging news and information, and widen knowledge of genealogical records; to transcribe and index parish records and census returns, and to record memorial inscriptions, especially from threatened graveyards.

Support & maintain the Royal Norfolk Regiment Museum so that future generations have access to the history and artefacts of the regiment.

To advance the education of the public in matters relating to the history, politics, science, economies, arts and literature of Britain and the Czech and Slovak Republics.