Heritage Charities That specialise in History
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The Gravesend Historical Society
HeritageTO PROMOTE THE ADVANCEMENT OF EDUCATON BY DEVELOPING PUBLIC INTEREST IN ALL ASPECTS OF LOCAL HISTORY, ARCHAEOLOGY AND NATURAL HISTORY.
Greenwich Historical Society
Arts, HeritageTo encourage and assist in the study of historic Greenwich, to receive corresponding lectures and presentations, to publish an annual Journal of appropriate articles
Western Front Association - Yorkshire Branch
HeritageThe Western Front Association was formed with the aim of furthering interest in the period 1914-1918. It is not a re-enactment society, nor is it commercially motivated. It is entirely non-political. The object of The Association is to educate the public in the history of The Great War with particular reference to the Western Front.
Farningham And Eynsford Local History Society
Economic and community development, HeritageAn archive and resource for education & studies in Local History of Eynsford, Farningham & Crockenhill in Sevenoaks District, Kent (which was part of the old Dartford Rural District pre-1974).
The Manchester Region Industrial Archaeology Society
HeritageDeveloping a greater understanding of the industrial archaeology of the Manchester region.Recording, interpreting and where possible preserving the physical remains of industrial artefacts and sites in their social, cultural and historical contexts. Promotion and research into the industrial archaeology of the Manchester region of England.
South Yorkshire Industrial History Society
Arts, HeritageDuring the year the Society held a series of public lectures, organised visits of interest to the membership, continued work on regular publications and continued to monitor developments at its various sites and elsewhere in South Yorkshire.
Charlbury Museum And Heritage Centre
HeritageThe Charlbury Museum and Heritage Centre collects, displays, and maintains artefacts, archives, and photographs relating to the town of Charlbury, and assists research into its history, for the benefit of local people and the wider public in general.
The Belgravia Society
HeritageWe are active in all matters concerning Belgravia and its community. We produce a monthly Newsletter reporting on our activities to around 600 members. We are concerned with history, conservation, planning, education and anything which affects our community. We respond extensively to public consultation on matters concerning our community
Wells Natural History And Archaeological Society
HeritageFurthering interest in Natural History and Archaeology for Wells and the Mendip Hills
The Holmrook Reading Room
Arts, Beneficiary group, Childcare, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureSupports local history,environmental studies music and recreational activities within the local community.Supplies a designated play area for young children.Is a centre for art & craft circle.Supports the elderly with coffee mornings.Has a designated natural wild flower garden area.
Burnley Civic Trust
Economic and community development, HeritageThe Committee meets every 4 weeks (approx) with a planning group discussion and comment forum. There are reports on our local historical heritage buildings, future Civic Trust activities, Trees for Burnley, further additions to our Blue Plaque scheme and awards to outstanding developments and renovations to which our attention is drawn - both by the members and the public. Also Bcthic.org website
Western Front Association East Kent Branch
HeritageMilitary history - First World War - Education and training for the general public.
Dockroyd Graveyard Trust
Facilities, HeritageTo assist in the restoration, preservation, improvement, maintenance and conservation of Dockroyd Graveyard and to advance education in the graveyard and understanding of the history and heritage of the graveyard.
Llangoed & District Flower Show
Arts, Beneficiary group, Facilities, HeritageLlangoed Flower Show is an annual event celebrating the flowers, vegetables, cookery, arts and crafts created by makers of all ages. Hosted for over 50 years in the historical Llangoed Village Hall, it brings together all those within and beyond the Seiriol ward on the Isle of Anglesey.
Oxford Historical Society
Education, HeritageThe Oxford Historical Society publishes archives, historical texts, and bibliographical tools about the history of Oxford (both the City and the University) and about the neighbouring villages & towns (following the boundaries of pre-1972 Oxfordshire). To date it has published 149 volumes, most of these dating from Georgian and earlier periods.
Meddon Village Hall
Arts, Facilities, Heritage, LeisureArt Club one Thurs. p.m. each month 1- 4.30pmFamily History 1st Wednesday in month 2-4p.m.Welcombe Spinners weekly Monday 10.00-3.30p.m.Pilates weekly wed.11.30 1 hr. Thurs.1.15p.m 1hr.Badminton and table tennis - book as required, ?5 per hourWine & Wisdom last Fri.Monthly 7-9pmLunch Club, 2nd Wednesday in month - pre-booking onlyMeddon Morsbaggers see Facebook 'Meddon Morsbaggers'
Loughton And District Historical Society
Charitable activities, HeritageThe object of the Society shall be to provide the advancement of public education in the archaeology and local history of Chigwell, Buckhurst Hill and Loughton in the County of Essex, together with the surrounding area.
Warboys Women's Institute
Associations, Beneficiary group, Heritage, LeisureWarboys WI have provided 11 meetings for members. Talks have been on Travel, Food security, Culture & Sport history, Gardening, History and Environmental issues. We continue to hold Craft meetings, Walks and games afternoons. Members have also taken part in the County events throughout this year.
East Leake And District Local History Society
Charitable activities, HeritageTo advance public education in and to encourage study of local history through lectures and visits, to provide a focus for the collection of records, documents, photographs and other materials concerning the locality, to record this systematically and to make it available at a suitable place in the village for the benefit of the communities of East Leake and District.
The Balsall Heath Local History Society
Arts, Education, HeritagePromoting local history. Working with community groups. Organising exhibitions and events. Collecting resources and making them accessible to the public and schools. Monthly meetings and social evenings, publications. Reminiscence sessions and drama. Occasional trips out.
Wellington And District University Of The Third Age
Arts, Beneficiary group, Education, Heritage, Housing, LeisureMONTHLY MEETINGS AT THE RUGBY CLUB FOR REPORTS BY GROUP CONVENORS , WITH OCCASIONAL GUEST SPEAKERS. MOST OTHER MEETINGS HELD IN MEMBERS HOMES FOR PAINTING*, APPRECIATING MUSIC, GARDENING, MAH JONGG. SCRABBLE, FRENCH, ENJOYING ARCHITECTURE*, RAILWAYS, HANDICRAFTS, BRIDGE, FILMS, BIRDS AND NATURE, PLAY-READING, WRITING , FAMILY HISTORY, COMPUTER USERS*,WALKS*. SINGING*. *INDICATES HELD ELSEWHERE.
Council For British Archaeology South East
Charitable activities, HeritageAdvancing public education and knowledge in archaeology and in Britain's history and historic environment in the area covered by the historic counties of Kent, Sussex and Surrey.
Lavenham Exhibition And Museum Trust
HeritageTo acquire and maintain a collection of artefacts, photographs, natural history and documents relating to the past and present of the parish of Lavenham, Suffolk
New Friends Of St Osmunds
Associations, Charitable activities, Heritage, ReligionThe advancement of the Christian religion for the benefit of the public by supporting the reordering, improvement, enhancement, restoration, maintenance and repair of St. Osmunds church, in the Diocese of Salisbury. To advance the education of the public in the heritage of St. Osmunds Church and Osmington Parish, by providing information on its history and architecture.
Art History In Schools CIO
Education, HeritageArt History in Schools advances education in the field of Art History, in particular but not exclusively by providing training, support, curricula and materials to those teaching in schools, colleges and other educational institutions. AHiS is preparing the curriculum, teaching materials and CPD for the new A level syllabus, as well as enrichment programmes and primary school workshops.