The Heritage Alliance has submitted its response to the Government’s consultation on its Housing White Paper. We argue that heritage is vital to the housing market. It creates and shapes the places where people want to live and invest (as we set out in our …
Share the Heritage Manifesto 2017!
Thank you to members who responded to our policy priorities survey. These responses have been used to create the Heritage Manifesto 2017 setting out five simple asks for the next Government. We hope our members will share it in their newsletters and widely on social …
British Association of the Friends of Museums: Treasurer
The British Association of the Friends of Museums provides support and guidance to its member Friends organisations, which in turn provide invaluable help to a wide range of museums and heritage organisations. We are now looking for an astute and energetic Treasurer, who will provide …
City of York: Conservation Architect
Location West Offices Salary (£33,605 to £39,129 per annum) 37 hours per week This is an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and self motivated Architect. The post requires someone who is able to negotiate for the preservation of the historic fabric alongside the introduction of …
Church buildings project manager
Based in central Dudley 35 hours over five days per week Salary £30,000 p.a. plus non contributory pension We are committed to making our buildings fit for purpose as a spiritual and community resource. This post is to enable Parochial Church Councils (PCCs) in the …
HLF: Grants Officer
Contract: Fulltime – Fixed term up to 12 months Hours: 40 hours per week including breaks Location: London Salary: £25,403- £28,655 per annum We are recruiting for a Grants Officer on a 12 months fixed term contract based in London. The primary purpose of this …
National Trust: Curator – nationwide
The National Trust is significantly investing in Curatorship, increasing the number of Curators and developing our capability and confidence across the organisation. Curators at the Trust are influential and collaborative, working with a wide range of people and using their deep knowledge and understanding to …
National Trust: Lead Curator
Location is flexible and can be based at any region hub or office across the North. As Lead Curator, you’ll play a leadership role in your region, influencing other senior leaders and supporting the team of curators to deliver our curatorial ambition. You’ll be a …
2017 Discover Heritage Awards – Shortlist and Commendations Announced
The Association for Heritage Interpretation [Alliance member] has announced the shortlist for the AHI 2017 Discover Heritage Awards – for excellence in cultural and natural heritage interpretation. Those shortlisted include Lifting the Lid at the Vyne, Basingstoke, The National Trust. The AHI Discover Heritage Awards recognise …
Bath Preservation Trust issues new guidance for listed buildings in Bath
Bath Preservation Trust has launched new guidance on how to make changes to listed buildings in Bath. Endorsed by Historic England and B&NES Council’s Historic Environment team, the Bath-specific publication aims to assist householders who are thinking about changing or adapting their listed building and want guidance …
Adopt a canal!
The Canals and River Trust [Alliance member] needs groups to look after stretches of waterway across England and Wales. If you belong to a recognised group or club and can commit to adopting your local canal for at least 12 months get in touch.
Rare Meissen figure at risk of leaving the UK
A temporary export bar has been placed on a rare Meissen Böttger stoneware figure. The bar is on the grounds of the figure’s aesthetic importance and for its outstanding significance to the study of Meissen porcelain and 18th century sculpture. The decision on the export licence application …