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How a Stonehenge project helped people's wellbeing

Human Henge, led by the Restoration Trust in partnership with English Heritage, National Trust, Richmond Fellowship and Bournemouth University, was funded by the National … See more

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Five ways museums can improve mental health and wellbeing

WebShe explained how by using heritage they were able to meet the five ways of achieving wellbeing. 1. Connect. Joining with a group to work creatively in a new …

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How Stonehenge can improve mental health and wellbeing

WebThe worshippers and revellers who come together each mid-summer to commune with the ancient stones in Wiltshire are onto something. An HLF-supported …

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Inclusion good practice guidance

WebInclusion good practice guidance. 29/01/2024. The Heritage Fund is committed to supporting inclusion, access and participation. We expect the projects we …

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The National Lottery Heritage Fund: Home

WebWe are the largest funder for the UK's heritage. Since 1994, we have awarded £8.8billion to more than 51,000 heritage projects across the UK.

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Investing in heritage for wellbeing The National Lottery Heritage …

WebIt can support individual confidence and self-esteem, and provide opportunities to be mentally and physically active. Heritage can also help us find meaning and purpose in …

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'A feeling of belonging': heritage and mental health

WebWe discover how exploring the history and landscapes of Burgh Castle in Great Yarmouth is helping people's mental health. “Heritage is about that feeling of …

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The Wilderness: Saving nature’s heritage to improve wellbeing

WebThe Wilderness is a seven-acre historic garden situated in the London borough of Croydon. It was created over 100 years ago by the Reverend William Wilks, an influential …

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Medical Museum protects collections and engages local community

WebThe archive contains photos showing how patients were cared for in the past . Activities for the local community. Beyond the conservation efforts, the Medical Museum project aims …

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How green spaces can improve our wellbeing The National …

WebIt shows that physical health, mental wellbeing and life satisfaction are all enhanced through access to and use of parks and green spaces. As the report recommends, parks should …

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Values and benefits of heritage: A research review

WebIntroduction. A research review of the values and benefits of heritage has been published by the HLF‟s Strategy and Business Development department annually since 2007. The …

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Human Henge: historic landscapes and mental health at Stonehenge

WebThe project. The aim of this project was to enhance mental wellbeing of participants through activity and exploration in the prehistoric landscape of Stonehenge and its surrounding …

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Inclusive heritage The National Lottery Heritage Fund

WebInclusion is about taking action to ensure that contemporary society in the UK is better represented in your heritage project. We believe everyone should be able to benefit from …

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Investing in disability heritage The National Lottery Heritage Fund

WebAt the Heritage Fund, we believe everyone should be able to benefit from our funding. Disabled people are under-served in every area of the heritage sector, including people …

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How to create sustainable urban green space in your area

WebAction: ask communities and the voluntary community and social enterprise sector what they need from green spaces and what they can contribute to activate them …

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Investment principles The National Lottery Heritage Fund

WebExplore the difference we want our funding to make for heritage. Our four investment principles will guide all our grant decision making under our new 10-year …

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Living with disability after the First World War

WebFortunately, this policy was soon changed, and disabled veterans took their place alongside their able-bodied comrades from the War. While many men survived the …

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Arts on Prescription

WebThe project offers people experiencing mental health problems, particularly depression and anxiety, the opportunity to connect creatively with heritage. The project is led by Arts & …

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Parks for People: why should we invest in parks

WebReducing isolation. Parks investment helps to reduce isolation and loneliness. It supports the creation of spaces where people can meet or simply be near …

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