Sarah Pearce

Visions of Climate Heritage competition launched in response to the climate emergency Historic Environment Scotland (HES) has asked the public to submit photographs or artwork showcasing the impact of climate change on Scotland as part of its Visions of Climate Heritage competition which launches tomorrow (Wednesday 6 October). Visions of…

The North East Scotland Preservation Trust (NESPT) is working hard to convert two derelict buildings in the centre of Fraserburgh into a hotel. Phase 1 of the project is due for completion at the end of November, with phase 2 continuing into next year. Following a competitive tender process, the…

Following our event in June 2021, HTN are now sharing the video presentations online for anyone to access for free! These fantastic presentations share a huge amount of information, guidance and ideas on how to be more inclusive in your heritage projects. How can we better involve underrepresented groups with…

A range of historic, listed buildings at Portsoy Harbour that recently formed the backdrop to an episode of Peaky Blinders and featured in the remake of the film Whisky Galore, are to be conserved and revitalised by the North East Scotland Preservation Trust (NESPT). The four buildings, right beside the…

Fair Justice System for Scotland (FJSS) Group has recently been awarded a grant of £79 200.00 by the National Lottery Heritage Fund for an exciting heritage project, (Windrush Scotland – The Experiences of People of African Caribbean Heritage – A Consultative Project). The project will be delivered from West Calder…

The Make Your Mark in Volunteering campaign, which aims to increase the number and diversity of heritage volunteers in Scotland, is regularly updating a digital library of resources and programme of events, including those shared by Heritage Trust Network. You can see the free resources that are available on their website…

Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust (PKHT) have launched a new Community Heritage Grant Fund and are inviting applications from local groups. The aim of the Fund is to support community projects which conserve or enhance the historic environment of Perth and Kinross. The Trust is hoping to give financial support…

Heritage Trust Network is delighted to be part of an alliance offering support to community groups wishing to establish a community business in their local church or place of worship. Places of worship can make great locations for community businesses.  From shops and cafes to post offices and farmers markets…

We’re delighted that our friends at Chiene + Tait have renewed and increased their offer of free support to HTN members. You can now contact their team for 30 minutes of complimentary advice and guidance, on all topics they cover, including setting up trading subsidiaries. Have a read of their…

Following the end of its initial five year pilot project, Stirling City Heritage Trust published a comprehensive review of the Traditional Buildings Health Check Scheme, the first of its kind in the UK. “In 2012, Stirling City Heritage Trust produced a Scoping Study report for Historic Scotland which set out…