Northumberland County Council have agreed to fund repairs to Woodhorn Museum’s heapsteads, which support the winding gear that raised and lowered cages down the mine shaft. These are in need of a full refurbishment with major corrosion identified, leading the Grade II* listed structure to be classed as “heritage at risk” by Historic England. £1.297 million…
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Industrial Heritage Sites Added to the National List in England During 2023
Several dozen industrial archaeology and industrial heritage sites are amongst the 227 listed buildings, scheduled monuments, and parks and gardens added to the National List in England for 2023 through Historic England. There were also several industrial sites which had their protection upgraded. These sites include: Amongst the industrial sites to have their protection increased…
Historic England Add World War II Photos to Website Revealing Details of Industrial Sites
Historic England has made available a collection of aerial reconnaissance photographs taken during the Second World War by the United States Army Air Forces (USAAF). This is now accessible to the public online through the Historic England Archive. For those interested in industrial archaeology and heritage the collection includes images of many significant industrial towns…
Re-imagining the Future of Industrial Heritage Pt 2: Decommissing the 20th Century Project
A study being led by Keele University researchers since 2020 has been looking at a new role for local communities in decommissioning large industrial facilities. The research project, entitled ‘Decommissioning the Twentieth Century’, is being led by Keele University historian Dr Ben Anderson. Working alongside local stakeholders, the project is exploring the role of local…
Re-imagining Industrial Heritage Pt 1: Ignite Yorkshire
Ignite Yorkshire is an NHLF Kick the Dust project all about how industrial heritage and young people connect. The project works with young people, ages 14 to 25, just starting to think about their career paths. It takes inspiration from the industrial past to develop skills for the future. The project is exploring how we can make the…
Preston Bus Station Conservation Wins 2021 World Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism Prize
The Grade II listed modernist Preston Bus Station, opened in 1969, has won the 2021 World Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism Prize has been awarded to John Puttick Associates, in recognition of their thoughtful and detailed conservation of the building. Awarded every two years, the World Monuments Fund/Knoll Modernism Prize recognizes architects, designers, and preservationists who have demonstrated innovative…
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