Heritage Charities

Advance the education of the public in the preservation of aircraft and aeronautical equipment of historical, technical or other public interest relating to Coventry in particular and to the Midlands and aviation generally.The Museum's mission is to be recognised as one of the leading independent collections, renowned for its friendly atmosphere and exceptional standards of customer service.

Preserve and maintain for the public benefit and education buildings, features and objects of historical and architectural interest relating to William Beckford and in particular the building known as The Beckford Tower; maintain the Beckford Museum collection housed in the Tower for public benefit, and educate the public in the life and works of William Beckford.

To secure the preservation, protection, development and improvement of an access to and from the Thames at and around the London Borough of Hounslow and associated buildings and waterside areas of particular beauty or of historical and architectural interest.To educate the public in the ecology, history and natural history of the Thames

The Railway Company exists to operate the heritage railway including restoration and maintenance of railway diesel and steam locomotives, railway carriages, railway wagons, buildings and infrastructure. This is for the benefit, pleasure and education of members and visitors to the railway.

The Welsh Highland Railway Ltd operates a narrow gauge steam railway in Porthmadog in order to revive and preserve the spirit of the original railway that closed in 1937. The charity owns, maintains and operates Russell, the sole surviving steam engine from the original railway, now over 100 years old, together with other heritage rolling stock and artefacts. A new museum building opened in 2009.

The Brighton Toy and Model Museum exhibits and cares for toys and commercial models from the last four centuries and preserves them to educate and inspire people of all ages.

THE PERCIVAL GUILDHOUSE IS AN INDEPENDENT CENTRE FOR ADULT EDUCATION AND THE ARTS. WE PROVIDE OPPORTUNITIES FOR LIFE LONG LEARNING, RUNNING COURSES ON A WIDE RANGE OF SUBJECTS FROM LANGUAGES, ARTS, CRAFTS, HISTORY, AND CREATIVE WRITING.

The preservation of the 'Stables' building and its operation as a theatre and arts centre.

Advancement of education in science and art of medicine education in history and welfare of local communities in Wales and Christian religion in Wales.

The Society for the Promotion of Hellenic Studies was founded in 1879 to advance the study of Greek language, literature, history, art and archaeology in the Ancient, Byzantine and Modern periods. The Society maintains a world class research library and publishes internationally acclaimed journals in the field.

The National Manuscripts Conservation Trust was set up in 1990 to provide financial assistance to owners and custodians in the UK in preserving the nation's written heritage. In addition to giving grants, we advise applicants on matters relating to potential applications, including specific preservation policies and strategies and to best practice in preservation.

To promote for the public benefit the conservation, restoration and understanding of textiles;To promote & support training in the conservation of textiles; To support research into methods and techniques for conserving textiles

To promote civic pride & secure the preservation, protection, development & improvement of features of historic or public interest in the towns of Frinton-On-Sea, Walton-On-The-Naze & the neighbouring villages of Great Holland, Kirby Cross & Kirby-Le-Soken; to educate the public; to give information; to hold meetings, lectures & exhibitions.

The acquisition of land and buildings of historic or architectural value and interest in the City of Plymouth and to restore, preserve, improve,manage and develop such assets. To distribute, display, exhibit, present, archive, digitise or otherwise store, pictures, records or similar material relating to, but not exclusively, land and buildings in the South of England.

To preserve for the General Public an aviation museum providing information, education and preservation of our historic collection of British Jet Aircraft and the aviation heritage from Cumbria and the surrounding area.

The principal activity is the construction and operation of an exhibition of landscape, model building and railways at Long Wittenham, Abingdon, Oxfordshire.

The Centre was established to co-ordinate and improve the knowledge, methods and working standards needed to protect and preserve leather objects for the benefit of the public, to promote research into leather conservation and to disperse knowledge through education and training. It has the more general aim to promote the conservation and restoration of leather objects for the public benefit.

The Museum exists to collect, document, preserve and interpret the material evidence and associated information relating to the Regiment's History from 1702 to the present day, for public benefit to the best standards for the education and enjoyment of the inhabitants of Cumbria, North Lancashire, present and former members of the Regiment and their families and visitors present and future

The administration of the Museum of Bath at Work

The aim if the Society is to promote the arts. The policy is to provide musical and other entertainment including events for young people, in a historical setting that can be enjoyed by a wide spectrum of residents.The principal activity is to provide an annual festival at Windsor and the neighbouring area in the autumn and a smaller event in the spring.

General Benefit of the inhabitants of the area of benefit (London Borough of Camden) in such charitable ways as the Trustees think fit including making grants to other charitable organisations which provide facilities for the appreciation of art, or objects of historical interest primarily for the benefit of those inhabitants.

to promote education particularly by the provision of facilities for the production of educational plays and the encouragement of the arts and to preserve the building of historical and architectural interest known as the Lace Market Theatre

The Trust was formed by Deed of Trust dated 16 April 1986 with the object of establishing a museum in Whitby displaying items relating to the life and achievements of Captain James Cook.

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The restoration and conservation of the Suffolk and Essex River Stour Navigation for the education and benefit of the public.