Heritage Charities That specialise in History
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The Exmoor Natural History Society
Environment, HeritageConservation, flora and fauna recording, wildlife lectures, visitor centre, local fairs and nature walks.
Cannock Chase University Of The Third Age
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Facilities, Heritage, ResearchTai Chi, Monthly Speaker, Craft & Needlework, Card Games, Local & Family History, Indoor Kurling, Science & Technology, French, Garden Group, Country Dance, Drawing & Painting, Walking Group, Luncheon Club, Outings, Theatre Group
The Provincial Society
Arts, HeritageA charity interested in and dedicated to the history and preservation of artefacts associated with Gosport & Fareham Omnibus Company and associated companies from 1878 to the present day. We undertake activities such as archiving, vehicle rallies and rent secure storage for our historic vehicles. We also produce a range of history books and a quarterly magazine The Provincial Press.
The Crystal Palace Museum LTD
Education, HeritageMuseum open to the general public which tells the history of the Crystal Palace 1851 - 1951 by photographs, artifacts and the written word. Undertakes educational work with schools primarily covering key stage 2. Provides a service for research both on site and on line.
Liverpool History Society
Arts, HeritageEncouraging the appreciation and study of the history of Liverpool & the immediate environs, primarily by a programme of public talks, guided walks, the publication of an annual journal & an extensive website news service to members and the wider public.
The Regimental Museum Trust Of The Duke Of Wellington's Regiment (west Riding)
Armed forces, Charitable activities, Heritage, Saving of livesEducation of the public and members of the regiment in the history and military accomplishments of the regiment by public exhibition of the collection in a museum. Restoration, conservation, repair, reconstruction and preservation of objects in the collection.
Memorial 2007
HeritageAs the history National Curriculum does not teach the full importance of the Trans Atlantic Slave Trade on Britain and Africa. Memorial 2007 mindful of its educational role plans to institute an annual memorial lecture beginning in 2016. This will advance the understanding and knowledge of the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade and its repercussions on Africa and the Africa Diaspora.
The Bacup Natural History Society
Arts, Environment, HeritageTo encourage interest in local flora and fauna and social and industrial history.To maintain and operate a museum, library and lecture programme to support this.
Holmesdale Natural History Club
Arts, Heritage, ResearchMonthly lectures on natural history, physical sciences, local history and archeaology. Monthly walks and / or outings to places relevant to the Club's interests, mainly in the Reigate / Redhill area in particular and east Surrey in general. Research by members and non-members. Care of our Museum and library.
Bath Postal Museum
HeritageMaintaining the Museum with varied and changing displays exhibiting Philatelic and Postal-related material of educational and historical interest or value.
Huntingdonshire Local History Society
Charitable activities, HeritageThe advancement of public education through the study of Local History in the former County of Huntingdonshire, now part of Cambridgeshire.
Minehead Museum
Animals, Charity and VCS support, HeritageRun entirely by volunteers the Museum is open to the public from March to end of October. Entry is free. The museum contains important items of local history including an iconic Hobby Horse and displays on Arthur C. Clarke, Minehead's Lost Pier and Punch & Judy amongst others. The museum runs talks and a charity quiz along with producing booklets on local themes
Hornsey Historical Society
Arts, Education, HeritageEncouraging and enabling local history research in Hornsey parish, part of Haringey. Publishing original research for educational use, an annual bulletin and four newsletters for members.Sales of publications to general public. Talks to local schools and community organisations. Acquisition and preservation of archive material and advice to general public on local history issues. Monthly lectures.
Aldbourne Community Heritage Group
Arts, Charitable activities, HeritageWe promote research, discussion, field studies, talks, publications, exhibitions, and other activities relating to the local history of the village and parish of Aldbourne and to further the education of the public of all ages in these respects. As part of this effort we manage the Aldbourne Heritage Centre.
The Army Records Society
Armed forces, HeritageThe object of the Army Records Society is to edit and publish manuscripts relating to the Army and to reprint works of military interest.
Send And Ripley History Society
HeritageTO EDUCATE THE PUBLIC IN THE HISTORY OF THE ANCIENT PARISHES OF SEND AND RIPLEY AND OF ANY NEARBY PARISHES IN THE COUNTY OF SURREY.
Biggin Hill Evening Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, Facilities, Heritage, Social welfareVisits to places of interest and exhibitions. Guest speakers on antiques, fashion, legal matters, history, health and beauty. Craft activities such as card and patchwork etc. Social activities such as coffee mornings, garden parties and meals out. Interaction with other WI groups. Community involvement.
Friends Of Coverham Church (fcc)
Arts, Associations, Facilities, Heritage, ReligionFriends of Coverham Church (FCC) helps to look after Holy Trinity Church in Coverham, Coverdale, North Yorkshire. Activities include maintenance of the church and churchyard, as well as organising events (concerts, plays, local history talks, etc) open to the general public.
The British Balloon Museum And Library Limited
Arts, HeritageCollection of information and artefacts concerning the history and development of hot air/ gas ballooning and airships in the UK, to provide displays and written material.
The Society For The Study Of Labour History
Arts, Education, HeritageThe Society promotes the study of labour history by: production of a journal, Labour History Review; holding and sponsoring conferences; bursaries for postgraduate speakers at such conferences; bursaries for (doctoral-level) research and BA/MA dissertations in labour history; grants for conferences and public events in labour history, especially if targeted at a wider audience.
Blockley Heritage Society
HeritageLocal history society
Gainsborough And District Heritage Association
Arts, Heritage, Social welfareRecently the association has continued to refurbish and redevelop the 1905 old post office to transform it into a new heritage and research centre. The association also continues to research local history topics, publish books, and hold popular slide shows, talks and social events to raise interest in local history and support the building project and the charities aims.
Burry Port Town Band
Arts, Charity and VCS support, HeritageBurry Port Town Band is a traditional brass band located in Burry Port. The band was founded in 1896 and has a rich and proud history. The band organises a number of concerts, fundraising events and also supports community & charitable organisations across South Wales and relies on donations and money raised. We also have a Junior Band.
Bristol Naturalists' Society
Arts, HeritageOrganises walks and talks, carries out surveys and research into the natural history of the region, publishes two journals annually, the Avon Bird Report, and Nature in Avon, supports other conservation activity in the region.
Charity Fund Of The Deepings Round Table Number 1090
HeritageFounded in 1973, The Deepings 1090 Round Table meets fortnightly and is currently 14 members strong. Throughout our 35 year history, we have raised significant sums for charity with over -ú100,000 being raised in the last 10 years alone. The Deepings 1090 Round Table is affiliated to the Round Table for Britain and Ireland