Cultures and memories

A hidden treasury of internationally important documents about Baptist history has been unlocked to the benefit of historians and researchers.

Between 1968 and 2008 Peterborough experienced huge growth, developing from a small historic Fenland town into the modern, culturally diverse commercial centre of today.

This project told the story of the UK's first professional black footballer, with free educational resources exploring Arthur Wharton's heritage.

Transforming a historic building and giving new hope, skills and self-confidence to homeless participants.

West Berkshire Council and Newbury Community Resource Centre worked with local people to revive the fortunes of a neglected river.

The history of Odsal Stadium – home to the Bradford Bulls – was protected for future generations as part of this project.

This project focuses on one of the most poignant histories of the First World War: Birkenhead's 1917 'Black Chair' Eisteddfod.

Reflections On The Somme, developed and led by young people, will explore perspectives of soldiers who fought in the Battle of the Somme.

Pupils at North Primary School discovered and shared the stories of former students who fought during the First World War through two HLF-supported projects.

Community groups and university partners came together to explore how the First World War was won in the market gardens of Worcestershire as well as on the battlefield.

First World War LGBT project looking at the lives of women working on stage in male roles.

This 12-month project focused on the hidden histories of women in the First World War. It marked the Centenary of 1915 – the year when women were first actively encouraged to undertake work traditionally performed by men.