Middlesbrough's Old Town Hall Gets £6.3m Restoration
A major £6.3 million project to restore Middlesbrough's historic Old Town Hall is underway, transforming it into a business space in the Boho Zone for the town's 2028 bicentenary celebrations.
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Birmingham Dad Finds £1.75m Tudor Pendant
A Birmingham cafe owner has become an instant millionaire after discovering a rare Henry VIII pendant while metal detecting in Warwickshire. The British Museum has raised £3.5m to acquire the artefact.
Belper's Triple Heritage Celebration in 2026
The town of Belper and Strutt's North Mill are marking three major anniversaries in 2026 with over 100 events, including heritage talks, walks, and special ales.
Blue Plaque for Women's Suffrage at Hatfeild Hall
Hatfeild Hall in Wakefield will unveil a blue plaque celebrating Dame Millicent Fawcett and the Beaumont family's suffrage work, marking International Women's Day 2026.
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Dudley WWI Memorial Moves to Council House
A historic plaque commemorating 53 former pupils of a Dudley school killed in World War One has been installed at Dudley Council House after a campaign by local historian John Hale.
Abandoned Fibbersley Petrol Station: A West Midlands Time Capsule
Explore the abandoned Fibbersley petrol station in Willenhall, a nostalgic time capsule with vintage fuel pumps and quirky artefacts frozen in time.
Abandoned Willenhall Petrol Station Frozen in Time
A derelict former fuel station in Willenhall, Walsall, remains standing with pumps and shop items intact, evoking nostalgic memories from local residents.
Arthur's Stone: West Midlands' Mythical Stonehenge Alternative
Discover Arthur's Stone in Herefordshire, a legendary prehistoric site less than two hours from Birmingham offering hilltop views, mythical history, and family walks.
Historic Pub's Plan to Save Collapsing Barn for Restaurant
The Bulls Head pub in Barston, Solihull, has submitted plans to transform a dilapidated, collapsing barn into a restaurant and function room, citing urgent structural concerns.
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Historic Macclesfield Images Unearthed from Cheshire Archives
Explore a nostalgic collection of rare photographs from the early 1900s, showcasing life in Macclesfield and Poynton through schoolboys, mills, and local industry.
Hidden History Beneath Birmingham's Brindleyplace Revealed
Dr Steve McCabe reflects on Birmingham's waterside revolution, uncovering the forgotten bodies and community history beneath Brindleyplace's modern development.
Ashbourne Pupils Bury Time Capsule in Regenerated Square
Pupils from St Oswald's Primary School have placed a historic time capsule in Ashbourne's transformed Millennium Square, marking the completion of the UK Government-funded Ashbourne Reborn regeneration programme.
Anglo-Saxon Cemetery Exhibition Opens in Nottingham
A major new exhibition at the University of Nottingham Museum reunites extraordinary artefacts from the Broughton Lodge cemetery for the first time since the 1960s, revealing sixth-century Nottinghamshire's European connections.
Keighley Poltergeist Woman's Identity Revealed in Podcast
A new podcast reveals the identity of the woman at the centre of the 1925 Keighley poltergeist case, which attracted Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's attention, solving a century-old mystery.
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Junction Arts Launches 50 Stories Heritage Project
Junction Arts celebrates its 50th anniversary with a major heritage project funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund, collecting stories from across Derbyshire.
National Trust Podcast Features Worksop's Time-Capsule House
A new National Trust podcast episode delves into Mr Straw's House in Worksop, a preserved 1920s home, offering insights while the property undergoes winter cleaning.
Birmingham's Historic Curzon Street Station Restoration Approved
HS2's proposals to restore the historic Old Curzon Street Station in Birmingham have been approved, focusing on safeguarding the Grade I listed building's future while its ultimate use remains undetermined.
Hammerwich: Home of the Staffordshire Hoard Discovery
The unassuming Staffordshire village of Hammerwich became internationally famous in 2009 when metal detectorist Terry Herbert discovered the UK's largest Anglo-Saxon gold and silver hoard, dating back to the 7th century.
1840 Auction Shaped Lancashire's Land and Society
The pivotal 1840 auction of 1,415 acres and coal seams in West Lancashire led to the Earl of Derby's land acquisition, development of communities, and the creation of the famous Eastham Ferry Hotel in 1854.
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Nostalgic Look at Macclesfield's Historic Archives
Explore enchanting archival images from Macclesfield's past, including market days on Waters Green, Chester Road in Poynton, and the iconic Town Hall scenes.
Salford's Regent Road History Event
A free outdoor community history event in Salford celebrating Regent Road's past, present, and future through stories, archival images, and local insights.
BRUSH Group Seeks Historic Items for 150th Anniversary Exhibition
Loughborough's BRUSH Group appeals for community help to gather historical artefacts for its 150th anniversary exhibition, celebrating Charles Francis Brush's 1876 dynamo invention.
Bournville: The UK Village Where Pubs Are Banned
Explore Bournville, the historic Cadbury-built model village in Birmingham, where strict rules like an alcohol ban and property restrictions preserve its unique Quaker heritage.
Birmingham's 23 At-Risk Historic Buildings
Historic England lists 23 landmark buildings in Birmingham as at risk due to neglect, decay, or development threats, highlighting their architectural and community significance.
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Heritage Risk in Walsall Leather Museum Move
A Walsall councillor warns that moving the Leather Museum without a Heritage Impact Assessment is reckless and could jeopardise its future funding and accreditation status.
Stanwick Lakes Wins Grant to Explore Roman History
Stanwick Lakes in Wellingborough receives a £250,000 National Lottery Heritage Fund grant for a two-year project delving into the site's Roman past, featuring hands-on activities and community engagement.
Nostalgic Photos Show Macclesfield's Bygone Era
A captivating collection of archival images transports us back to early 20th century life in Macclesfield, from horse-drawn outings to bustling market days. Discover the town's hidden history.
New Bridge Master for Clifton Suspension Bridge
Tristan Ralph appointed as Bridge Master to oversee a major refurbishment of Bristol's iconic Clifton Suspension Bridge, bringing over 30 years of engineering expertise to safeguard its future.
Ormskirk's History of Royal Visits from 1885 to 1945
Explore Ormskirk's rich royal history, from Edward VII's 1885 visit to George VI's 1945 tour. Discover the commemorations, crowds, and local gingerbread connection.
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History talk on Melton Navigation's 1791-1877 story
Join historian Brian Fare for a talk on the Melton Navigation canal's history, from its 1791 Act of Parliament to its 1877 demise. Event at Hoby Village Hall, Jan 21. Details inside.
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