Annual Museum Survey England 2026 Results

The Annual Museum Survey, run by Museum Development South West for the whole of England, surveyed non-National museums in spring this year. The annual survey provides a comprehensive report on the operating context of museums in 2026, including dozens of industrial heritage sites. Engagement with the survey increased by 12% in 2026, compared with the…

NHLF Announce Funding for Seven Industrial Heritage Sites

The National Lottery Heritage Fund has announced £14.8m in new funding for seven industrial heritage sites across the UK. In England the projects include the Old Town Hall in the Isles of Scilly which has been awarded £4.6m to reopen as a museum and cultural centre to share the unique culture, rich history, and diverse ecology of…