Heritage Charities That specialise in History
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The Royal Institution Of South Wales
Arts, Associations, Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, HeritageActs as Friends of Swansea Museum;purchases items for its collection; arranges a series of monthly evening lectures, Presidents Invitation Lecture and 4 lunch time talks on a range of topics by specialists in their subjects;Finances a series of work shops for young people on local topics; Publishes Annually well researched contibutions in Swansea History Journal(formerly Minerva) and 3 Newsletters
Cambridge Korean School
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Education, HeritageProviding the teaching of Korean language, art, culture and heritage to the pupils with a Korean ethnic background from nursery to secondary school level and adults with multicultural background. The charity organised various cultural activities such as Korean music, food, art workshops and history lectures in order to promote cultural diversity in Cambridge and the East of England.
The City Of London Phonograph And Gramophone Society Limited
Charitable activities, Heritage, ResearchThe objectives of the charity are to advance the education of the public in the art, science and history of the reproduction of sound.
Birchanger Wood Trust 2018
Charitable activities, Environment, Heritage, Leisure1) PROMOTE CONSERVATION PROTECTION & IMPROVEMENT OF THE PHYSICAL & NATURAL ENVIRONMENT OF BIRCHANGER WOOD 2) ADVANCE THE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC IN NATURAL HISTORY OF FLORA AND FAUNA OF THE WOOD3) ASSIST IN PROVIDING FACILITIES IN THE INTERESTS OF SOCIAL WELFARE FOR RECREATION, LEISURE & IMPROVING THE CONDITIONS OF LIFE FOR THOSE LIVING, WORKING, & VISITING THE WOOD
Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre Company Limited
Arts, HeritageThe object of the Company is to advance the education for the public benefit about Scarborough's maritime history through the development of the Scarborough Maritime Heritage Centre for the education and display of artefacts and archives. Activities include archive work, library collections, education talks and demonstrations, collation of artefacts and related material, for the public benefit.
Denbigh Museum/amgueddfa Dinbych
HeritageA)TO ESTABLISH AND MAINTAIN A FULLY ACCREDITED MUSEUM FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLICB) THE POWER TO OWN AND/OR HOLD COLLECTIONSTO PROMOTE ART AND HISTORY FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE PUBLIC BY THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A MUSEUMC)TO ADVANCE EDUCATION BY THE ESTABLISHMENT AND MAINTENANCE OF A MUSEUM
Poppleton Community Railway Nursery
Beneficiary group, Charitable activities, Childcare, Heritage, Leisure(a) To advance horticulture for the public benefit in particular but not limited to the maintenance and development of the nursery; (b) To advance the education of the public in particular in horticulture, railway nurseries and the railway nursery site at Poppleton including the maintenance and development of the historical features of the nursery, including the narrow-gauge railway.
St James' Heritage And Environment Group
Arts, Facilities, HeritageWe maintain the historic graveyard of St James', Benwell, and engage people in exploring and sharing the history of West Newcastle by running a variety of activities, producing publications, films, exhibitions and other material, and carrying out research into the heritage of the local area.
The Hackfall Trust
Facilities, HeritageSafeguarding the future of Hackfall, an 18th century ''green garden''. The site contains listed structures and buildings. These are the concern of the Hackfall Trust, which was set up to forestall the likelihood of commercial development. Stakeholders came forward, namely the Landmark Trust, English Nature, two Local Authorities, and the Woodland Trust, which acquired a 999-year lease of Hackfall.
The Special Air Service Regimental Museum
Armed forces, HeritageProvision of a collection of unit items and assistance with research of a military historical nature.
Pocklington Canal Amenity Society
Environment, Heritage, Leisurea) To promote the restoration and preservation of the canal for the benefit of the local community and the general public at large, and to encourage its use for navigation and the general public in their leisure time.b) To stimulate public interest, education and appreciation of the beauty, history, flora and fauna and structures of the Pocklington Canal and its environs
Jtrails
Arts, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionTHE EDUCATION OF THE PUBLIC AND IN PARTICULAR BUT NOT SO AS TO LIMIT THE GENERALITY OF THE FOREGOING TO PROMOTE THE ADVANCEMENT OF THE PUBLIC EDUCATION IN THE STUDY OF RESEARCH INTO THE JEWISH EXPERIENCE INCLUDING RELIGION, HISTORY, LANGUAGE, CULTURE, LITERATURE AND CUSTOMS AND THE DISSEMINATION OF THE USEFUL RESULTS OF SUCH STUDY AND RESEARCH BOTH IN THE UNITED KINGDOM AND OVERSEAS.
The Friends Of St Peter's Great Berkhamsted
Associations, Heritage, ReligionThe Friends? objective is to use its funds (the Trust Fund) for the preservation, repair, maintenance, restoration, improvement and ornamentation of the fabric of the Parish Church of Great Berkhamsted and of the Churchyards occupied by or belonging to the Church. The charity is based and focused in Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire which is an ancient market town with a long and important history
Littleover Grange Hall Community Centre
Arts, Facilities, Heritage, Leisure, Social welfareWe run a Community Hall which accommodates a variety of clubs and associations including; Derby Sketching Club, Derby Ramblers Association, Derby and District Fuchsia Society, International Friendship League, Littleover Historical Society, Cabaret Theatre Dance, Slimming World. We also accommodate various individual groups. Also hosting our own Horticultural Show and Littleover in Bloom.
Ledbury And District Society Trust Limited
Economic and community development, HeritagePreservation of the historical appearance of Ledury and the surrounding villages.
Oldway Gardens Group
Charitable activities, Charity and VCS support, Environment, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureThe conservation and preservation of the flora and fauna and natural environment of Oldway Mansion Gardens for the benefit of the public.The advancement of education of the public to celebrate the history and traditions of the gardens to connect the community to its heritage and to develop interest and skills in proficient gardening and estate management.
Bangladesh Welfare Association Portsmouth
HeritageWe were actively engaged in providing support and advice to the Bangladeshi community in Portsmouth and the surrounding area. We actively organise and promote the culture and history of Bangladesh through events such as the independents day.
Wath Hall Limited
Facilities, HeritageThe charity is looking to provide services to the local community by acquiring what was known as Wath Town Hall from Rotherham MBC. The services planned are varied and as yet not fully formalised as the charity is yet to acquire the premises but will include a heritage centre to showcase the buildings history.
Sherborne Steam And Waterwheel Centre
HeritageRestoration of 19C waterwheel and associated machinery in listed building. Creation of museum of related local history, and waterwheels. Restoration of an historically important steam engine.
Berwick-Upon-Tweed Preservation Trust
HeritageThe Trust carries out projects in pursuance of its objective to preserve the historical, architectural, and constructional heritage in and around the Borough of Berwick-upon-Tweed.
Cambridge Antiquarian Society
Arts, Education, HeritageMonthly lectures, 2 annual conferences, publications, visits, displays and small grants with the aim of educating the public and promoting study in the fields of history, archaeology and architectural history, particularly in relation to the county of Cambridgeshire. The Society represents the interests of these fields within the county to bodies like local government and Cambridge University.
The Historical Metallurgy Society Limited
Armed forces, HeritageWe provide a forum for research and exchange of information on all aspects of past metallurgy, in Britain and worldwide. We also aim to promote the understanding and conservation of all aspects of the heritage relevant to metallurgy. Our interests range from prehistory to the present, and from extraction and smelting to all aspects of metalworking and the use of metals in society.
The Sheffield Recreation Band Club
Beneficiary group, Heritage, LeisureThe Sheffield Recreation band was formed in 1900 and has a long history and heritage with the city centre of Sheffield and also the steel industry within the wider areas of the city, of which the band are very proud. In May 2025 the band will celebrate its 125th year. We have worked very hard to attract a wide age range within our band 13 years to over 70 years.
University Of The Third Age, Darlington
Arts, Education, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureEducational and leisure activities which include the following, walking, gardening, bridge, line dancing, local history, art history, literature, creative writing. Hand bell ringing, practical art, creative writing, poetry reading, garden bowls, music appreciation, jazz appreciation.
Gorran Haven Harbour Trust
HeritageThe up keep of the Harbour for the safe use of the community and visitors, raising of funds by holding year Gala. The use for education and historical information.