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Issue 488

 

Friday 10 March 2023

 

In this issue:

  • Ecclesiastical's Heritage Heroes 2022 Winners Announce

  • Minister for Heritage Confirmed

  • MAC Shortage Occupation List Consultations Resume

 

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      Updates from The Heritage Alliance

      Heritage Day 2023:

      Thank you to all those who joined us at Heritage Day 2023 last week, whether online, in person, on Twitter or all three! This year’s event was an exploration of the skills and leadership we will need as a sector for the future, and also invited a special occasion for us to mark and celebrate the past 20 years of The Heritage Alliance.

      Lizzie Glithero-West, our Chief Executive, opened Heritage Day 2023 with an “excavation” of the 20-year journey of The Heritage Alliance since its founding as Heritage Link in 2002 to its position today as the largest coalition of heritage interests in England, now representing over 190 members. Lizzie emphasized the need to look ahead and for the heritage sector to continue collaborating for public benefit, seeing a future where “The Heritage Alliance will still be going strong 200 years from now."

      We heard from the Heritage Minister, Lord Parkinson, who emphasised the importance of heritage to communities and reflected on his own personal interest in history, arts and heritage. The Minister highlighted the value of heritage, recognising it as "an important source of economic growth and prosperity" for the country, while René Olivieri, Chair of the National Trust advocated that Heritage sector organisations “can and should exercise our collective might to do more good, to think now and long-term, and promote conservation beyond our individual boundaries.” Finally, the event was rounded off with a fantastic speech from our former Chair, Loyd Grossman CBE, who articulated that the history of the Heritage Alliance has seen it move “from strength to strength.”

      You can catch up on our tweets using the hashtag #HeritageDay2023 across the week on our Twitter channel @Heritage_NGOs, and you can also read Lizzie’s reflections on our keynote speeches from the Heritage Minister and René Olivieri on her own Twitter channel (@heritage_lizzie).

        Changes to the Team

        Last week we sadly said goodbye to two of our team members. Mia Lupoli returned to Government at the end of her six-month posting with us in which she has been progressing our EDI action plan and working hard on a host of policy matters. We also wished Daniella Briscoe-Peaple the very best as she began a new engagement role in The Royal Parks on the Greenwich Park Revealed project. Danni has been the Alliance’s first Communication Manager and has really developed and professionalised our support for the sector in this space. This edition of Heritage Update is the last she worked on and also her 100th!

        We were, however, delighted this week to welcome Max Clark to the team as our Communications Manager. Max comes from New York originally and is a graduate of McGill University and more recently the London School of Economics, where he completed his Masters in International Social and Public Policy. He has worked in campaigns, local government, and at the OECD, and is bringing a mix of policy, communications, and advocacy experience to the position. As a former student of history, he’s enthusiastic about British history and the preservation of historic buildings and landscapes, and is thrilled to have joined us. 

           

          Welcoming new members:

          Church of England, The Cathedral and Church Buildings Division – Core Member. The lead Church of England body for policy, advocacy and advice for church and cathedral buildings. It is the home of the Cathedrals Fabric Commission for England and the Church Buildings Council. 

          Union Chapel Project. - Core Member. Union Chapel is home to a working church, an award winning venue, a unique organ and The Margins Project for those homeless and in crisis in London. It’s a rich community where people come to revel, to worship, to listen to wonderful music, to volunteer and to find help when they need it most. There are six main groups based there all united by a love for their space and their desire to welcome people to it. 

          Rocket Heritage and Archaeology – Affiliate Member. Rocket Heritage & Archaeology is a company that provides heritage and archaeological services for a wide range of projects across the UK. They work in both rural and urban settings, on behalf of planners, housebuilders (large and small), the renewables sector, civils, infrastructure, architects, land developers, large estates and country houses, historic buildings, land promoters, right through to an individual building an extension on their residential property (and everything else in between), helping clients with their archaeological and heritage issues. 

          Swire Charitable Trust – Core Member. They focus their funding on regeneration through restoration and on protecting and developing the skills and knowledge that underpin the UK’s heritage sector. They also support smaller organisations that strongly engage with their local communities as well as safeguarding endangered skills. 

          Diocese of London – Core Member. The Diocese of London is the group of Church of England organisations located north of the river Thames in London. It comprises parishes, schools, chaplaincies, missional communities and other organisations, which are united by their common Christian faith. The Diocese is overseen by the Bishop of London, assisted by Area Bishops, Archdeacons and senior staff, and administrated by the staff of the London Diocesan Fund. Its Cathedral is St Paul’s. 

             

            Heritage Alliance Membership 

            If you are not already a member and you enjoyed Heritage Day 2023, please take a look at our Join Us page where you’ll find testimonials from some current members. We’d be delighted to welcome you to our membership. https://www.theheritagealliance.org.uk/join-us/membership/ 

               

              Ecclesiastical's Heritage Heroes Awards 2022

              Ecclesiastical’s Heritage Heroes Awards is a regular feature of Heritage Day. These awards, which celebrate the significant contribution of volunteers, are now in their 12th year.  David Kennedy at Coombe Conduit was our 2022 Heritage Hero, and the winners of the special category for 2022, the Heritage Storyteller Award, were China Exchange History Champions.  Among other things, David developed an online tour that ensured the Coombe Conduit, an ancient waterworks, was still accessible during the pandemic, while China Exchange History Champions have revealed Chinatown’s heritage through storytelling and walking tours and contributed to anti-racism work. Meanwhile, two other finalists received commendations, the Volunteer Wreck Custodians who look after 64 protected wreck sites, and A Thames Lark for engaging young people with research through an immersive event along the Thames.  

              David Kennedy stated that, “I am deeply honoured to receive this award. I’d like to say, that over the years, I’ve been supported by many other volunteers and I wish to thank them for this.”   

              Meanwhile, Sau Hing Au spoke on behalf of the Chinatown History Champions when she said, “We are delighted that our collective efforts to share Chinatown’s stories are being recognised and are grateful to everyone involved.”    

               

              Data Gathering: Cost of Living - 3min survey 

              We are still gathering as much anecdotal information as possible on the impact of the  Cost -of-Living  crisis for Historic England, as part of the wider case for continued energy cost support for heritage organisations. The expected end date of this project is the end of March so we would appreciate having your input by filling out this short survey. 

              This data is compiled into fortnightly reports to capture the range of pressures and challenges the wider heritage sector faces due to rising prices and energy costs. Topics which have been noted regularly in our evidence log include rising energy bills, staffing issues, the need to cut costs, consumer confidence and ongoing Covid recovery impacts.  
               

              The deadline to fill out the survey is  4:00pm on 20 March. If you have any further information to add on the Cost-of-Living crisis please email  commssupport@theheritagealliance.org.uk.  Many thanks in advance for your help with this.   

               

              Policy Updates

              • We have submitted our response on behalf of our membership to the Government’s consultation on proposed reforms to the National Policy Planning Framework.
              • We have been supporting  two particular amendments proposed by THA members  to the Levelling Up and Regeneration Bill:
                • Local Authority Funding for Places of Worship: The CofE’s Local Authority Funding for Places of Worship amendment seeks to clarify the confusion between conflicting legislation (the 1894 Local Government Act and 1972 Local Government Act) over whether councils may fund places of worship.   
                • Removal of Permitted Development Demolition Rights (PDR) : The Victorian Society, with the support of the Joint Committee of Amenity Societies, has been in discussion with Baroness Andrews about an amendment to the Levelling Up Bill to remove permitted development rights for demolition. 
              • This afternoon our Mobile Heritage Advocacy Group met to discuss issues of importance for this important part of our membership. Mobile Heritage organisations and groups who are interested in learning more about MHAG can click here, and those interested in joining us as members can find more information here. 
               
               

              Seeking Funding/Guidance for Your Heritage Project? 

              The Heritage Alliance is not a funding body, but we co-manage the Heritage Funding Directory  with the Architectural Heritage Fund. This free resource for the sector includes a directory we have jointly collated, listing funding sources for heritage projects across the UK (and internationally), and includes some helpful guidance on fundraising. 

              We are regularly updating existing records in the directory. If you are a funder and would like to list your fund in the Heritage Funding Directory, please follow this link  to submit the details through our online form. We also welcome updates to existing entries through this form.

               
               

              News from the Historic Environment Forum 

              Resilience Task Group 

              The Historic Environment Forum (HEF) is continuing its work on sector resilience. The Heritage Sector Resilience Plan, launched last year, sets out key priority areas of action under 5 core themes: Skills, Climate Change, Diversity & Inclusion, Strong Governance and Embedding Heritage in wider Public Policy. 

              Organisations working in these areas are welcome to contact the HEF Team Leader and Resilience Task Group Manager to help the Forum and wider sector understand where important resilience activity is taking place. Please contact HEFtask1@historicenvironmentforum.org.uk if you have information to share. 

              Sustainability & Climate Change Task Group 

              The HEF Sustainability & Climate Change Task Group were pleased to form part of the line up for this year’s Heritage Day. Thank you to all who attended the Insight Round Table on 1st March, where guest speakers from Climate Intelligence provided an overview of carbon accounting. 

              The Task Group has continued to grow the  HEF Net Zero Resource Page: the latest webinar recording is now live on the HEF website, featuring a guest presentation from The Climate Change Committee. 

               
               

              Rebuilding Heritage – Free Upcoming Workshops & Resources

              Our Rebuilding Heritage team is delivering further free training and resources to support heritage organisations across the sector to gain support to develop new skills and build resilience.  

              A reminder that in March we are running three more focus groups discussing the following topics. Each focus group session will be led by an expert in their field. Participants will form small groups of 8, taking part in a 90-minute discussion.  

              • Business Strategy [Rescheduled, Date TBC] 
              • Comms & Digital [14 March]  
              • Reaching Audiences [16 March]  

              To participate, please express your interest by email at: RebuildingHeritage@theHeritageAlliance.org.uk.  

              Upcoming webinar: ‘Engaging your Audience on Social Media’  

              Our upcoming webinar – taking place on 10 March (10am – 11.30am, via Zoom) will be ‘Engaging your Audience on Social Media’ with Jade Staiano. Book your place here.  

              This expert-led webinar will cover ways to drive engagement on social media and create a content strategy, aimed at Heritage organisations for whom time and money are tight.  

              Further Resources: 

              The Rebuilding Team has also now shared their recent ‘Interviews with Experts’ – exploring Top 10 Tips for Heritage Business Planning in Challenging Times with Louise Emerson, and Top 10 Tips for Heritage Fundraisers in 2023 and Beyond with Gill Jolly.  

              Find these and all other free resources developed by the project team online, via the Resources page. 

               

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              Government News

              Our summary of the latest announcements and guidance for the heritage sector.

              Headlines

              • Northern Ireland deal reached under “Windsor Framework” 

              • Heritage Minister Speaks at Heritage Day  

              • Migration Advisory Committee accepting evidence 

              DCMS & Culture

               

              Lord Parkinson, Undersecretary of State for the Department for Culture, Media, and Sport (DCMS) Delivers Speech at Heritage Day

              Lord Parkinson, Undersecretary of State for the DCMS, whose portfolio includes heritage, delivered a speech last week at Heritage Day 2023 held at the historic Charterhouse. Lord Parkinson reflected on heritage as “an important source of economic growth and prosperity” and stated he was looking forward to the continuation of the Heritage Alliance’s good work for years to come. The minister spoke about several heritage sector policy issues, including the Department for Education’s new cultural education plan for 2023, expressing a desire to extend blue plaques beyond London, and his interest in resolving the VAT situation that sees new buildings charged 0% VAT and repair and maintenance charged at 20% VAT. 

              To follow the Heritage Alliance’s Twitter Thread covering his speech, click here. 

               

              Lord Parkinson Confirmed as Minister for Heritage 

              The DCMS has now confirmed Lord Parkinson will continue to serve as Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Arts and Heritage and DCMS Lords Minister. His portfolio will include arts and libraries, museums and cultural property, alongside heritage. Meanwhile, Julia Lopez has been appointed the new Minister for Media, Tourism, and Creative Industries. The Heritage Alliance will be writing to her soon to welcome her to the position as she will also cover heritage matters in the House of Commons. 

               

              Parthenon Marbles Discussion

              The Chair of the British Museum has suggested that a “hybrid deal” may be possible between the British Museum and Greece over the Parthenon Marbles. George Osbourne, the British Museum Chair, suggested in a BBC Radio Interview that, “I think there is a way forward where the sculptures could be seen by both in London and Athens, and that will be a win-win for Greece and for us.”  

               

              Culture Secretary encourages public to add Coronation events to digital map 

              With two months to go until the Coronation, members of the public and community organisations across the UK have been invited by the Culture Secretary to celebrate this historic milestone on a digital map, designed to encourage people to add their own activities so others in the local community can find out about events near them and get involved. 

               

              Treasure Law Reform  

              The Government is planning to expand the definition of what qualifies as a treasure. The Government has laid Statutory Instruments to reform treasure law (the Treasure Act 1996) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland and update its associated Code of Practice. The change should ensure museums can acquire significant finds not currently protected by law whilst clarifying the treasure process for finders, landowners, archaeologists and others. The current definition only legally classifies newly discovered artefacts as treasure if they are over 300 years old and made of precious metals or are part of a collection of valuable objects or artefacts. The new definition would now include objects that are over 200 years old regardless of the metallic origin of the substance, so long as they  provide substantial historic insight into the country’s heritage.  

              Planning (DLUHC)

               

              City of London Planning Guidance change encourages early consideration of ‘greener’ alternatives to demolition   

              Developers will now have to carry out a detailed survey of the carbon impact of different development options prior to the submission of planning proposals in the City of London. This new requirement aims to reduce the environmental impact of building works through encouraging the reuse of existing buildings. The scheme is the first of its kind in the country and supports the City Corporation’s Climate Action Strategy.  

              Environment (DEFRA)

               

              Designation of Marine Areas 

              This week three marine habitats are set to receive the highest levels of protection as the first three Highly Protected Marine Areas (HPMAs) are designated before 6 July 2023. The three sites are Allonby Bay (Irish Sea), Dolphin Head (Eastern Channel) and North East of Farnes Deep (Northern North Sea). This is intended to safeguard ‘blue carbon’ habitats to help tackle climate change, protect the feeding and nursery grounds of fish species such as cod and herring and reverse the impacts of human activity on these three areas. 

               

              Natural England seeks views on extending Surrey conservation area 

              Natural England is seeking consultations on extending the Surrey conservation area by more than 100 sq km - up by 25 per cent. The consultation will remain open for 14 weeks, as Natural England seeks to safeguard the Government’s commitment to protect more of England’s landscapes for future generations. Stakeholders and members of the public can look below in the consultations section to find out how to participate. 

               

              UK proposes measures to protect much-loved sea birds 

              The Department for Environmental, Food, and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) has launched a consultation on proposed management measures for sand eel fishing within English waters, with the aim to reduce negative impacts on important marine biodiversity. Sand eel, small, eel-like fish, are a vital food resource for vulnerable seabirds such as puffins and kittiwakes, and their numbers have come under pressure due to industrial fishing in the North Sea. Further details on the consultation can be found below in the consultations section. 

              Brexit & Immigration 

               

              Home Office Resumes Migrant Worker Visa Review 

              Under pressure from numerous sectors including food, construction and tourism experiencing chronic labour shortages, the Home Office has directed the Migration Advisory Committee (MAC) to resume its review of the Shortage Occupation List, which determines whether migrants can acquire visas for positions in occupations that are particularly affected by the labour shortage. The Heritage Alliance will be responding and you can find more information in the Consultations section below. 

               

              Government Extends Horizon Europe Guarantee scheme to bolster UK R&D 

              The government has announced that it will be extending the support provided to UK Horizon Europe Applicants until the end of June 2023, after the grant-donating program was slated to end by the end of February 2023. This will prolong the government’s support of the UK’s research and development sector as a continued interim measure before the UK formalises its relationship with Horizon Europe. 

              Education

               

              Department for Education Announces Planned Cultural Education Plan for 2023 

              Nick Gibb, Minister of State for the Department for Education (DoE), has announced the DoE is planning on publishing a Cultural Education Plan in 2023 to support the arts and heritage in education in collaboration with the DCMS and Arts Council England. The Department will continue to spend around £115 million per annum in cultural education over three years, through music, arts, and heritage programmes. 

              Sector Digest

              Read on for a breakdown of the latest news from across the sector.

               

              National Lottery Heritage Fund Launch of 10-Year Strategy  

              Heritage 2033 outlines the National Lottery’s intention to invest £3.6 billion in worthy causes over the next decade. The strategy focuses on four core principles: Saving Heritage; Protecting the Environment; Inclusion Access and Accessibility; and Organisational Sustainability. It is intended that these principles will eventually underpin the National Lottery Heritage Fund’s future decisions on funding programmes and forming partnerships, and further guidance on this will be published in the Summer. Until then, funding applications should continue to use the current guidance and outcomes.  

              You can read an overview of the new strategy here. 

               

              Business Rates Savings for Museums after Lobby Group Success 

              A change in the method used to calculate business rates for the majority of museums will result in substantial savings across the sector. From 1st April 2023. The Valuation Office Agency (VOA) will use receipts and expenditures to consider whether the property makes a profit, so that the rateable value can then be based on an estimation of the rent a tenant would pay to achieve this trade. Rates were previously assessed on the basis of the estimated cost of constructing like for like buildings, a method that many museums had criticised owing to the fact that large display spaces and historic properties are common in the sector. 

              This change follows years of collective lobbying from several museum bodies, including the Association of Independent Museums [Alliance Member]. 

               

              Building Improvement Grants Programme for Christian buildings launched by Benefact Trust   

              Benefact Trust [Alliance Member] is now accepting applications for the Building Improvement Grants Programme. The grants aim to facilitate the protection and enhancement of Christian buildings. The programme marks Benefact Trust’s adoption of a different approach to grant funding that aims to address current societal issues. A new framework has been introduced that will see funding offered under the following six grant types: Community Impact Grants; Building Improvement Grants; Heritage Skills for Christian Building Grants; Methodist Grants; Crisis Response Grants; and Roof Alarm Grants. 

               

              Peatland Code Version 2.0 Launched 

              The IUCN UK Peatland Programme has launched a new update to the Peatland Code, which expands its scope  to include fen peatlands, among other changes, with the intention of improving the restoration and protection of the UK’s Peatlands. The Peatland Code enables landowners with degraded peatlands to generate carbon units that can be sold to companies seeking to offset their carbon emissions, with these greenhouse gas reduction claims verified by an independent body. 

               

              Dame Julie Kenny DBE DL appointed Commissioner of Historic England 

              The Secretary of State for DCMS has appointed Dame Julie Kenny as a Commissioner of Historic England for a term of four years from 2023 until 2027. A successful South Yorkshire based entrepreneur, Julie served as an Intervention Commissioner with Rotherham Metropolitan Borough Council and was honoured in Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday Honours List in June 2019 with a Damehood for her work with heritage. 

               

              UK State of the Sector Survey 

              The Culture, Health and Wellbeing Alliance and partners are running a UK State of the Sector Survey for everyone who is involved in doing, commissioning or supporting creative health work in the UK. They are asking for as many responses as possible to help them understand how you work and what your priorities are, and will use responses to advocate for respondents’ work, and provide more helpful resources. Results will also feed into the Creative Health Review being undertaken by the All-Party Parliamentary Group for Arts, Health & Wellbeing.  

              The deadline for responses is 5pm on Thursday 6 April. 

               

              Costa Carras European Citizens Award for the Safeguard of Endangered Heritage 

              Europa Nostra and Elleniki Eterairia have launched a new award that celebrates the legacy of Costa Carras, who championed Greek and European Heritage over a 50-year period. The award will be presented to an individual or organisation in recognition of work done to conserve the heritage of Europe. The winner will receive a prize of € 10,000. 

              Nominations will be accepted until 6th April 2023. See here for details. 

               

              Alliance Member News

              A snapshot of the current work of our members.

               

              ICON launches investigation into industrial heritage skills shortage   

              The Institute of Conservation (ICON) had previously discovered that, despite 16% of employers indicating that they wanted to hire conservationists with skills related to industrial heritage collections, only 1% of ICON’s members possessed these skills. ICON have now been awarded funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund to investigate further. A steering group of employers, client bodies and practitioners will be formed.  

              If you would like to join the investigation or have any comments, you can read more here or contact industrial-skills@icon.org.uk.    

               

              Nominations for Marsh Community Archaeology Awards Open 

              The Council for British Archaeology [Alliance Member] have partnered with Marsh Charitable Trust [Alliance Member] to deliver several awards, which recognise exceptional contributions made both on an individual level dedicated volunteer and professional archaeologists and by communities who have run projects with a significant social, cultural, and environmental benefit.  

              Nominations can be made here until the deadline on the 23rd of March 2023.

               

              Support Research into Admissions Pricing Policy & Its Impact  

              AIM [Alliance member], Arts Council England, Museums Galleries Scotland, the Welsh Government, the National Museum Directors’ Council, and Art Fund have commissioned ‘Research into admissions pricing policy in museums and its impact’.  

              The work will explore admissions policies and pricing strategies in the UK museums sector and produce guidance that organisations can use to help decide on ticketing policies. Museums of all types and sizes across the UK are encouraged to participate through completing a short survey on their recent and current approaches to admissions pricing. Deadline 24 March. 

               

              Potential hosts invited to register for Heritage Open Days 2023 

              The National Trust [Alliance Member] has partnered with Heritage Open Days for their annual cultural festival that organises events focused on local heritage across the UK. Organisations of all sizes are encouraged to take part; however, the festival asks participants to do something out of the ordinary, such as temporarily opening a new part of a site or hosting activities or talks.  

              If you are interested in getting involved in this September’s programme, you can find out more here.  

               

              Theatres Trust awards grants totalling £124k in association with Wolfson Foundation 

              7 theatres across the country received funding for projects that aimed to reduce resource consumption and improve the buildings’ sustainability practices. These grants were part of a scheme that ran from 2018-2020.  

              Following the success of this initial collaboration, a new round of grants has opened. Theatres looking to reduce their environmental impact can apply here. Applications close at noon 5th September 2023.  

               

              Protect Our Waterways Campaign Highlights Funding Cuts Threat to Canals and Rivers 

              Inland Waterways Association has launched a campaign in response to the decrease in government funding provided for the upkeep of waterways. The campaign seeks to advocate for organisations like Canal & River Trust [Alliance Member] by stressing the environmental and economic importance of waterways.  

              To learn more about the campaign, click here.

               

              Consultations

              Open Consultations (with closing dates):

              • Charity Commission - consultation on draft guidance for charities about their use of social media – 14 March 2023 

              • Marine Management Organisation - MMO management of fishing activity impacts in marine protected areas - Stage 2 – 28 March 2023 

              • Ofqual - Proposed regulatory approach for level 2 qualifications supporting progression to T Levels – 6 April 2023 

              • BEIS - Draft Code of Practice on dismissal and re-engagement – 18 April 2023 

              • MAC - Shortage Occupation List: call for evidence 2023 - 26th May 2023 

              • DEFRA - Consultation on spatial management measures for industrial sandeel fishing - 29 May 2023HM Treasury - The digital pound: A new form of money for households and businesses? – 7 June 2023 

              • Natural England - Natural England seeks views on extending Surrey conservation area – 13 June 2023 

               

              Events

              Upcoming Heritage Events - Quick Look

              • 14 March: March Second Tuesday Talk - York Consortium for Craft & Conservation ‘Holidays with Tools’ – online 

              • 17 March: Restore, re-use, regenerate! Reviving town centres in Wales, Heritage Trust Network - Haverhub, Haverfordwest, Wales 

              • 22 March: Proud Places: Reconnecting Young Lives - Heritage of London Trust Conference, Burlington House, London 

              • 23 March: Tourism Insights Conference & Parliamentary Reception – London 

              • 19-21 April: CIfA2023 Sustainable Futures Conference - Crowne Plaza Nottingham Hotel and online 

              • 27 April: Archaeology at the Old House Project, SPAB - online 

              • 27 April: Introducing a Costumed Interpretation Programme at your Heritage Site or Museum, AHI - online 

               

              22 March - Historic Buildings & Places visit to the Manchester Jewish Museum 

              Historic Buildings & Places has organised a talk and visit to the Manchester Jewish Museum on Wednesday 22nd March 2023 at 1pm. Join them to find out about the recent restoration and refurbishment of the Grade II listed synagogue and the creation of the new, award-winning extension to the museum spaces. The talk also offers a chance to learn about some of the highlights of the museum's collection.  

              You can book your ticket here. 

              Date: 22 March, 13:00

              Location: Manchester Jewish Museum, 190 Cheetham Hill Rd, Cheetham Hill, Manchester, M8 8LW

               

              22 March -  Heritage of London Trust Conference, Burlington House, London 

              Heritage of London Trust [Alliance Member] has worked with over 3,500 young people since the 2020 launch of Proud Places. The programme helps participants to develop life skills and to connect with their local community through heritage projects.  

              Heritage of London Trust’s [Alliance Member] annual conference this year will reflect on the successes and impact of Proud Places and will offer the chance to hear from some of the programme’s participants. Young people are especially encouraged to attend. 

              You can see further details on the conference and book tickets here. 

              Date: 22 March, 9:30-17:00

              Location: Society of Antiquaries, Burlington House, W1J 0BE 

               

              March Second Tuesday Talk - York Consortium for Craft & Conservation

              The YCCC [Alliance member] is holding a free webinar ‘Holidays with Tools’ on 14 March. Philip Gaches is an expert in traditional plasterwork, whose work adorns some of our most treasured Royal Palaces. His knowledge is in demand by craft professionals around the world. During his talk, Philip will delve into the intricacies of travelling to varied and remote locations for his work, and his philosophy of supporting and encouraging those he meets, offering advice and mentoring long after his courses end.

              Date: 14 March 2023

              Location: Online

               

              Planning & Inspiration for HODs 2023

               Join the Heritage Open Days team at this upcoming event and meet some of your festival community for a dose of inspiration for the year ahead. There will be spotlight talks, ideas for this year's festival theme, and lots of time to chat and ask questions!

              Date: 15 March 2023

              Location: Online

               

              Restore, re-use, regenerate! Reviving town centres in Wales

              The decline of the High Street is a recurrent theme in the news, but many organisations are trying to reverse this trend by restoring old town centre buildings and giving them vibrant, viable new uses that are attractive to their communities. This event from the Heritage Trust Network [Alliance member] will allow people to connect with those who are helping to shape the future of High Streets in Wales.

              Date: 17 March 2023

              Location: Haverhub, Haverfordwest, Wales

               

              Introducing a Costumed Interpretation Programme at your Heritage Site or Museum

              Costumed interpretation can create a memorable experience that lasts well after the visit. This webinar from the Association for Heritage Interpretation [Alliance member] will explore the different uses of interpretation in costume and how to incorporate it at your site, museum or gallery. It will explore the management of the costumed interpretation programme, looking at training, costume, use of props and health & safety.

              Date: 27 April 2023

              Location: Online

               

              Courses

              Upcoming Heritage Courses:

              • 5 Jan - 23 Mar:  Stage 1 Family History Skills Evening Course, Society of Genealogists - online 

              • 14 March: 'Story Building' Workshop - writing interpretation text for heritage projects, TDR Heritage - online 

              • 18 March:  Old House Eco Course, SPAB - Coopers' Hall, Bristol Old Vic 

              • Jan - Sept:  New Wave - a funded training programme from Heritage Open Days, London & Virtual 

              • 21-22 April:  An Introduction to Plain Lime Plastering, SPAB - Heritage Skills Centre 

              • 22 – 26 May:  The Repair of Old Buildings Course, SPAB - London 

              • 9 - 10 June:  An Introduction to Ornamental Lime Plastering, SPAB - Heritage Skills Centre 

              • April - June:  Photographing Old Buildings Online Workshop, SPAB – online 

               

              Jobs

               

              Salaried

               

              Legal Adviser - The National Lottery Heritage Fund 

              The Heritage Fund is currently recruiting for a full-time Legal Adviser on a fixed-term contract (12 months) based in any of the Heritage Fund offices in the UK (excluding London), hybrid working policy applies. The primary purpose of this post is to work in a legal team of four In-House solicitors (all reporting to the Director of Legal and Governance) with the assistance of paralegal support and to deliver high-quality legal advice to the Fund in connection with the delivery of all aspects of the Fund’s business. More info here. 

              Location: Any of the Heritage Fund's offices in the UK, except London (Hybrid Working)
              Salary: £37,087-£43,268
              Closing date: 12 March 2023

               

              Business Delivery Assistant - The National Lottery Heritage Fund  

              The Heritage Fund is currently recruiting for a full-time Business Delivery Assistant based in London on a fixed term contract (until 30 September 2023). The purpose of this post is to support the Senior Business Manager to deliver comprehensive and agile business critical support to the London and South team to include the Engagement and Investment teams. The daily tasks of a Business Delivery Assistant include providing customer support to potential applicants to the fund; supporting with our investment management system; updating and managing our engagement database; as well as a wide range of administrative support. Apply here.  

              Location: London
              Salary: £21,943-£26,064
              Closing date: 20 March 2023

               

              GDPR Officer - Churches Conservation Trust  

              CCT is looking for a GDPR Officer to support CCT through a period of significant change through digital transformation.  The GDPR Officer will be instrumental in ensuring that new information management systems are introduced in line with data protection legislation and best practices. If you would like to apply for this role, click here. 

              Location: Home based
              Salary: £26,500-£31,200 Part time 
              Closing date: 17 March 2023 

               

              Education and Outreach Officer - Heritage Lincolnshire 

              The candidate will play an integral role at Heritage Lincolnshire in the creation and delivery of a suite of learning resources. They will showcase the rich history and heritage of Lincolnshire. Heritage Lincolnshire wants the candidate to take an innovative approach to working with our community, providing learning opportunities and skills that people can use in their day to day life. The appointed officer will work across Lincolnshire and the wider East Midlands as required. If you would like to apply for this role, click here. 

              Location: Heckington, Lincolnshire 
              Salary: £24,000 - £33,000
              Closing date: 31 March 2023

               

              Marketing, Communications and Events Officer - Heritage Lincolnshire  

              The candidate will be instrumental in building Heritage Lincolnshire’s brand across all their business and charitable interests as well creating, and leading them through, a diverse programme of events.  They are looking for someone with the drive, initiative and enthusiasm. The candidate will have exceptional communication skills and thrive working collaboratively as part of a close-knit team. You’ll be comfortable working in a forward-facing role, have a proven track record of achieving performance targets and enjoy working in an organisation with a social purpose. If you would like to apply for this role, click here. 

              Location: Heckington, Lincolnshire 
              Salary: £24,000 - £28,500
              Closing date: 31 March 2023

               

              Project Manager - Heritage Lincolnshire  

              This post will be working across two key areas; (i) leading delivery of their Town Deal projects; and (ii) leading on their work to tackle heritage-at-risk in the county and beyond by working with local communities to find sustainable new uses for historic buildings. The successful candidate will have a high degree of autonomy and need to be comfortable taking the lead on multimillion pound projects. They are offering the opportunity to work in an organisation at the forefront of our sector within a supportive team of enthusiastic and highly skilled heritage professionals. They offer a flexible working environment and the opportunity to make a lasting difference for people and heritage in Lincolnshire. If you would like to apply for this role, click here. 

              Location: Heckington, Lincolnshire
              Salary: £35,000 - £40,000
              Closing date: 31 March 2023

               

              Engagement Manager (Part Time) - The National Lottery Heritage Fund 

              The Heritage Fund is currently recruiting a part-time Engagement Manager based in the South West of England working from their Exeter Office. You will enjoy working with people and having conversations about the heritage of London and South and the UK to bring projects to life and providing guidance on project management. The Engagement Manager role is varied; running workshops, responding to project enquiries, hosting events, meeting with a range of groups, work with stakeholders at other National Lottery distributors, funders or local CVS bodies and alongside colleagues in policy, marketing and social media. If you would like to apply for this position, click here.  

              Location: Exeter (Hybrid Working)
              Salary: £23,695 to £27,815
              Closing date: 2 April 2023

               

              Audience Development & Stakeholder Mapping consultant - UK National Commission for UNESCO  

              Proposals are invited from expert consultants in audience development and stakeholder mapping to deliver plans, toolkits and training for ‘Local to Global’, funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund. The project aims to build a resilient network of UNESCO designated sites in the UK.  Over the next 20 months, the project will work with World Heritage Sites, Global Geoparks and Biosphere Reserves, and external consultants, to promote skills, confidence and capacity-building.  To apply for this job please click here.  

              Location: Remote
              Salary: £30k over 2 years
              Closing date: 27 March 2023

               

              Project Officer (Freelance) - London Historic Buildings Trust

              London Historic Buildings Trust is recruiting for a freelance Project Officer to support development of their ‘Life in the Community at the Charity School, Edmonton’ Project which has received funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund and the Architectural Heritage Fund. The Project Officer will work closely with the Trust's Senior Project Manager providing administrative and project management support over the course of the Development Phase Project. There will also be opportunities to be involved in other aspects of the Project dependent on the Project Officer’s area of interest, such as financial, evaluation, activity planning, amongst others. 

              For the full role description please contact Rosie Shaw: rosie.shaw@londonhistoricbuildings.org.uk 

              Location: Home-based with some site visits and meetings in London
              Salary: £230 day rate - 0.5 days a week for 14 months 
              Closing date: 15 March 2023

               

              Brand and Design Manager - The National Lottery Heritage Fund  

              The Heritage Fund is looking for someone who has a real passion for brand and creative design, experienced in providing brand advice, guidance and training, skilled at developing strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders at senior levels. You will work strategically across the organisation to lead on developing The NLHF and the NHMF brands.  Ensure that their brands are represented correctly, and all communications and marketing collateral reflects their key messages and ambitions. You will manage the publications process, design and create the annual report and business plans, and develop brand campaigns. You will also deputise for Head of Marketing and Brand when required. To apply please click here. 

              Location: Any of the Heritage Fund's offices in the UK, except London
              Salary: £37,087 to £43,268
              Closing date: 14 March 2023

               

              Business Support Officer - Churches Conservation Trust

              The CCT is looking for a pro-active person who will relish the opportunity to support colleagues and provide exceptional service to internal and external customers. You’ll be joining a team of ten who are spread across the West region and are busy supporting communities to use and love their historic churches, sharing skills to sustain these sites and promoting the value of our shared cultural heritage. Located in the Bristol office you’ll play a vital role in the success of the region whether that’s taking care of the all-important task of administration, generating income through event bookings or supporting the Head of Region in their national health and safety responsibility. To apply, please click here. 

              Location: West Bristol (Regional office)
              Salary: £24,906
              Closing date: 20 March 2023

               

              Engagement Officer - The Landmark Trust  

              In this position you’ll be solidifying internal ways of working, open to making new contacts, developing new local partnerships and shaping new ideas to broaden Landmark’s growing levels of outreach. This is a critical role in delivering Landmark’s outreach and public benefit as a charity. You'll manage Landmark’s flagship core engagement programmes, notably public open days. This is an attractive position for a personable and enthusiastic person with strong creative, organisational and people skills, a willingness to be flexible and who enjoys an outward facing role. To view the full job description and apply, please click here.  

              Location: Maidenhead, Berkshire
              Salary: £26,000-£28,000 Part-Time 
              Closing date: 22 March 2023

               

              Church Buildings Inspector - Diocese of Llandaff, Church in Wales 

              The Diocese of Llandaff is seeking a Church Buildings Inspector to undertake quinquennial inspections of their churches and other church-owned property. You will provide advice to churches on ongoing maintenance of buildings as well as strategic use of properties. An ideal opportunity for someone with enthusiasm to work on a fascinating range of heritage buildings as well as giving support and advice to enable development for future requirements. To apply for this position, please click here. 

              Location: South East Wales
              Salary: £37,500 - £42,800
              Closing date: 27 March 2023

               

              Parish Property & Fundraising Administrative Assistant - London Diocese   

              The London Diocese is looking for a Parish Property & Fundraising Administrative Assistant. The Administrative Assistant will work within the Parish Property & Fundraising Team. The role involves working most closely with the Head of Development (Fundraising), Parish Property Support Team Co-ordinator and the Mission & Pastoral Manager (Ecclesiastical Law). Duties of the Administrative Assistant include providing support to colleagues, assisting in daily office needs and being responsible for clear record-keeping with both the fundraising, legal matters and property matters. Diligence and accuracy are key. The post holder will report to the Senior Administrator, but will take instructions from others within the team. The post holder will need to be able to juggle priorities and manage expectations. 

              This is an exciting new opportunity to develop into a role with the property team. To apply please click here.  

              Location: Causton Street
              Salary: £26,000 - £28,500 
              Closing date: 19 March 2023

               

              Unsalaried

               

              Finance Trustee - London Historic Buildings Trust 

              London Historic Buildings Trust is looking for a trustee with finance experience. This volunteer role is an opportunity for someone who wishes to make a Board level contribution, helping to shape their development at an important time for their organisation.  

              The trustee will: 

              • review quarterly management accounts and forecasts for full year performance 
              • review annual statutory accounts 
              • work with staff to compile the annual budget 

              The Trust works to find innovative and sustainable ways to bring new life to London’s historic buildings, supporting local regeneration and helping communities thrive - aiming to transform places for local people 

              If you are interested in this position please contact Georgina Nayler, Chair of Trustees, at georgina.nayler@londonhistoricbuildings.org.uk. 

              Location: Home-Based, with Some Travel to London 
              Closing date: 31 March 2023

               
               

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