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Funding for new heritage venue at Greyfriars in Lincoln
City of Lincoln Council in partnership with Heritage Lincolnshire secures National Lottery support City of Lincoln Council, in partnership with Heritage Lincolnshire, has received initial support from The National Lottery…
Read MoreCharging at Giants in Lincolnshire by Jim Snee
There is, and always has been, something quixotic about the heritage profession. Cervantes’ famous knight (Don Quixote) charged at windmills believing them to be giants. In heritage, it sometimes feels…
Read MoreSupport Us When You Shop
Our sector has been hard hit by the coronavirus pandemic, with many sites and groups facing significant revenue challenges after lockdown. As part of our aim to provide funding support…
Read MoreLayers of History Evaluation
Durnin Research was appointed in October 2019 by the Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire to evaluate the Layers of History project. This evaluation was tasked to capture and assess the extent…
Read MoreLincolnshire’s First Redcoats by Jim Snee
It is commonly asserted that prior to the introduction of khaki, the British infantryman followed the uniform established by Cromwell’s New Model Army and wore a scarlet coat. Like many…
Read MoreCelebrating Success – Heritage Lincolnshire receives volunteering accreditation
Heritage Lincolnshire is delighted to have recently retained their Investing in Volunteers Quality Standard, recognising the excellent work they do with volunteers. Gail Graham, Senior Manager for the Trust said,…
Read MoreHeritage Lincolnshire Thanks Lottery Players for Vital Funding
23rd November 2019 This week is a big milestone for The National Lottery as they’re celebrating their 25th anniversary and have launched their Thanks to You campaign to mark the…
Read More#Thankstoyou – Landscape Partnerships
The National Lottery Heritage Fund is a pool of money derived from a portion of your lottery ticket. It funnels this money into projects which use heritage to connect with,…
Read More#Thankstoyou – Layers of History
The historic landscape is all around us. In recognition of that the National Lottery Heritage Fund has invested in a project known as Layers of History which uses heritage to…
Read MoreHeritage Lincolnshire welcomes new CEO
The Trustees of Heritage Lincolnshire are delighted to announce that they have appointed Greg Pickup as the charity’s new CEO. Greg’s background is in funding, having worked for the National…
Read MoreHeritage Lincolnshire bids a fond farewell to CEO Liz Bates
After 6 years in post as the charity’s Chief Executive Officer and 17 years with the organisation, Liz Bates will leave her post on the 7th June 2019. Liz said…
Read MoreLayers of History Volunteer Taster Day in Harlaxton
Over the last two years, our Layers of History volunteers have been attending workshops and training days on subjects such as medieval settlements, the geology of Lincolnshire, palaeography, illuminated manuscripts,…
Read MoreAward Winning Education
It has been an exciting week here at the Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire! We have heard that the Winterton All Saints Educational Resources – which we designed – have won…
Read MoreHow Money from the National Lottery has Transformed Lincolnshire’s Leading Heritage Charity
Following the withdrawal of our annual funding agreement with Lincolnshire County Council, the Heritage Lottery Fund supported us by helping us to find a new business model which would be…
Read MoreGraham Elstone – Exciting Progress on Moulton Mill Art Commission
“While researching Moulton Mill, I was reminded of a visit to an area of Derbyshire called Stanage Edge, where, when out walking, I came across what can only be described…
Read MoreCreative Work Continues on Heritage Open Days Art Commissions
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of Lincolnshire’s Heritage Open Days this year, artists Mark Steadman and Graham Elstone have been commissioned to create temporary, accessible artworks inspired by the rich…
Read MoreWhat Does Your Heritage Look Like In Action: Heritage Futures Workshop
On a drizzling Friday, a gathering of Lincolnshire’s heritage enthusiasts learnt about planning for the future of their treasured heritage assets. This workshop was delivered by Heritage Lincolnshire in partnership…
Read MoreHeritage Lincolnshire to put the Old King’s Head in Kirton back on the map thanks to National Lottery Players
The Heritage Lottery Fund has offered a grant of £1,987,300
Read MoreIsle of Axholme historic building courses
As part of the Heritage Lottery Funded Isle of Axholme Landscape Partnership project, Heritage Lincolnshire are delighted to be offering training sessions to volunteers which will help them identify and…
Read MoreLocal Community Pull Together to Save The Old King’s Head
We raised £5,226 in our community based crowdfunding campaign to save the Old King’s Head!
Read MoreAnnual report 2017
Our staff and volunteers have worked together to achieve some fantastic projects, events and activities during 2017
Read MoreGetting geophysical at Revesby Abbey!
Layers of History volunteers are getting ‘hands on’ with technology
Read MoreRescuing 2-4 Market Place, Caistor
Local Caistor residents work with Lincolnshire Co-op to save historic buildings in the Market Place A group of local people have come together to form a steering group for…
Read MoreLights, Camera, Action at the Old King’s Head
Investing in Lincolnshire’s young talent to Save The Old King’s Head!
Read MoreWorld War 2
Topic 3: World War 2 On the 3rd September 1939, Britain declared war on Germany. The Second World War, like the previous war, was to have an immediate and significant impact…
Read More18th Century Warfare
Topic 8: 18th Century Warfare Although the militia were involved in the Jacobite wars of the 18th century, it is likely that the effect of Lincolnshire was slight and not long…
Read MoreVolunteer Army
Topic 11: Volunteer Army Whilst the rush to volunteer for the New Army was welcomed by the government, another glut of volunteers were viewed less favourably. Despite the reforms of…
Read MoreWomen’s Land Army
Topic 9: Women’s Land Army Farming saw a slight reduction in its workforce with many young men volunteering for military service. However, as the majority of the workforce was composed of…
Read MoreSecond Boer War
Topic 5: Second Boer War Overseas service in the late 19th century was very much the preserve of the regular army, with the 10th Lincolnshire Infantry Regiment being no exception. However,…
Read MoreRevolutions
Topic 1: Revolutions The latter half of the 18th century saw a period of social and economic turmoil that erupted into violent revolution and war across the world. Britain had…
Read MoreSecondary Schools & Colleges
As part of our services to schools our experienced education staff can provide free advice on any aspect of local history and archaeology. With site studies back at Key Stage 3…
Read MoreHelp us celebrate 25 years as a charity!
2016 is going to be a big year for us.
Read MoreLeaving a Legacy for Lincolnshire’s Heritage
Make Heritage Lincolnshire a beneficiary of your will A legacy gift to Heritage Lincolnshire benefits the whole County Remembering the Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire in your Will really is planning…
Read MoreVolunteer
Volunteer Why volunteer with us? Gain experience in different parts of Lincolnshire’s heritage Develop new skills Share and use your own talents Meet new people and be part of the…
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