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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · Nov 19

1/ Hi Bluesky! The Heritage Alliance is pleased to join this network.🏰🥳

We're England's largest voice of the independent #heritage sector, representing over 200 members, and have been advocating for over 20 years.💪

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 17h

We have co-signed an open letter to the Prime Minister, calling for the Protected Landscapes Duty to be upheld following rumours the government is planning to amend or remove it through the Planning & Infrastructure Bill. Read more here: www.cnp.org.uk/about/our-wo...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 1d

Our CEO Lizzie is on the ground in Manchester today — follow along for updates!

Lizzie Glithero-West @heritagelizzie.bsky.social · 1d

Today I’ll be heading North to the fringes of the @conservatives.bsky.social Party Conference. Also on party conference-watch the @thegreenparty.bsky.social adopted a heritage & tourism policy over the weekend: www.linkedin.com/pulse/greene...

A Greener Future for Heritage and Tourism

Putting People, Nature and Place at the Heart of the Conversation The Green Party this weekend adopted a comprehensive new Heritage and Tourism Policy at its Autumn Conference — setting out a bold vis...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 2d

We’re excited to welcome a new Affiliate member!

Staffordshire Cost Consultants – providing support across the construction, housing, and property sectors, including Listed Buildings & Heritage Projects.

The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 2d

Happy #WorldTeachersDay to all the amazing educators out there, especially our THA members @localhistoryhub.bsky.social, #Kimyo, and #GEMHeritage! 🙌

Take a look at their inspiring work:
localhistoryhub.org.uk
kimyo.co.uk
gem.org.uk/resource/

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 2d

⏰ Deadline approaching for our Heritage and Placemaking survey! This is your chance to share your experiences and influence our upcoming report and #HeritageDebate2025! Complete the survey and submit your case studies by Friday 17 October ⭐️ forms.office.com/Pages/Respon...

Fill | Heritage & Placemaking Survey

The Heritage Alliance is planning to publish a report that showcases how heritage makes places better. This will explore how the heritage sector is helping to create vibrant, creative, thriving, and sustainable...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 8d

🏛️ Bidwells join us as an Event Sponsor for #HeritageDebate2025! As a leading real estate adviser, their heritage specialists help unlock the potential of historic places.

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 9d

Finally, Rebecca Markus will be taking over as Communications Manager from Max this week, who is moving to France. We thank Max for his years of dedication to our socials, newsletters, & more, and wish him all the best in future ventures!

Welcome Rebecca!👏 3/3

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 9d

We are also pleased to announce that Aisling Parrish will be taking over Lucy's Role as HEF Steering Group Manager for Maternity cover at @histenvforum.bsky.social, and is due to begin on the 27th of October.

Welcome in advance Aisling!👏 2/3

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 9d

We are pleased to announce a few staff changes at the Alliance. First is the return of our Head of Policy & Comms, Lydia Gibson, who has recently concluded a six month sabbatical.

Welcome back Lydia!👏 1/3

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 13d

📢 Reminder: Nominations are now open for the Ecclesiastical Heritage Heroes Awards 2025! For more information about the judging criteria, check out the Official Guidance Document. Nominate your exceptional volunteers here 👉 bit.ly/HeritageHeroes2025

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 14d

📢 We want to hear from you! The Heritage Alliance is seeking input for a report on heritage and placemaking. 📅 Complete the survey and submit your case studies by Friday 17 October! forms.office.com/pages/respon...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 15d

🌟 Meanwhile our member VocalEyes brings art and culture to life for blind and visually impaired people at theatres, museums, galleries, heritage sites and online.

We're proud to work with these organisations and others in making #heritage accessible!
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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 15d

📢 Our Heritage Day 2024 sponsor, @DirectAccessUK has been working with museums and heritage organisations to create inclusive experiences for over two decades. 3/4

The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 15d

👏 We want to give a huge shout-out to our sponsor Stagetext for providing brilliant sign language interpreters at Heritage Day 2025. Their dedication to inclusion made the event truly accessible to all.
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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 15d

🤟 Today is International Day of #SignLanguages! We're celebrating by highlighting the fantastic work our partners, sponsors, and members do to promote accessibility. 1/4

Two people speaking with one another next to a Stagetext stall at Heritage Day 2024.

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 15d

📢 Reminder: tickets are live for #HeritageDebate2025!
Thursday 6th November, 12-2pm ⭐️
Listen to experts discuss the future of Government laws and local planning: Is bringing decision-making closer to home the key to unlocking heritage's full potential?
Get your FREE tickets: bit.ly/HDebate2025

The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 16d

🏛️ Exciting Opportunity! Are you passionate about #Heritage and skilled in project administration?

Join our team at The Heritage Alliance as Project Administrator! Part-time role (21hrs/week) starting November - learn more details on this role here 👉 bit.ly/THAProjectAd...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 19d

We're delighted to announce that nominations are open for the @Ecclesiastical Heritage Heroes Awards 2025! 🎉

This year we will also have The Heritage Heroes Young Person Award. Nominate your incredible volunteers here 👉 bit.ly/HeritageHeroes2025

Deadline: 30th November 2025🕰️

The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 20d

📢 Reminder: Historic England is offering FREE carbon reduction training! Two workshops available. Multiple dates, September - December 2025
Book 'How to Measure a Carbon Footprint': www.trybooking.com/uk/events/la...
Book 'How to Write a Carbon Reduction Plan': www.trybooking.com/uk/events/la...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 21d

⏰ Last call! Sign ups close soon for our #HeritageFundingDirectory webinar on 18th September, 12 noon! You won't want to miss this opportunity to access expert funding guidance and sector networking 🏛️ Sign up here 👉 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 22d

📢 Reminder: tickets are live for #HeritageDebate2025!
Thursday 6th November, 12-2pm ⭐️
This is your chance to discuss contemporary policy issues with other heritage professional and experts. Speakers announced soon.
Get your FREE tickets: bit.ly/HDebate2025

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 23d

💡 Don’t miss our second #HeritageFundingDirectory webinar on the 18th September at 12 noon! This is your chance to discover new funding opportunities, expert insights, and game-changing connections! Sign up now 👉 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...

Welcome! You are invited to join a meeting: Heritage Funding Directory Launch. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the meeting.

Following strong interest in our initial launch event, we’re pleased to offer a second opportunity to explore the refreshed Heritage Funding Directory. Join us to… - Discover game-changing improvements...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 26d

🎉 We're delighted to announce DC Thomson History as an Event Sponsor for #HeritageDebate2025! Their generous support along with our Corporate Partner Ecclesiastical’s ensures that Heritage Debate continues to be free and accessible for all attendees.

Register here 👉 bit.ly/HeritageDeba...

The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 26d

🌱 Historic England is offering FREE online carbon reduction training! Two workshops now available. Multiple dates, September - December 2025 ⭐️
Book 'How to Measure a Carbon Footprint': www.trybooking.com/uk/events/la...
Book 'How to Write a Carbon Reduction Plan': www.trybooking.com/uk/events/la...

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The Heritage Alliance @heritagealliance.bsky.social · 27d

💻 Missed our first webinar? No worries! Due to overwhelming demand we’re holding another session on the 18th September, 12 noon! Explore our new #HeritageFundingDirectory site, boost your funding, and network with your sector! 💰 Sign up here:👉 us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...