Historic England provides expert advice to DCMS on the implementation of 1972 UNESCO World Heritage Convention in relation to cultural sites across the UK. Historic England engages with UNESCO on new or revised policies, guidance, and reporting and monitoring processes. In England, Historic England provides advice to owners and decision-makers about proposed changes that relate to World Heritage.
Learn more about the World Heritage Convention, our responsibilities, how Historic England works with UNESCO, and how industry professionals can help.
The UK has signed and ratified the 1972 UNESCO World Heritage Convention. Find out more about the convention.
See how the process of nomination and inscription on the World Heritage List happens, and the requirements for management once inscribed.
A range of publications available to guide and support stakeholders working with properties on the World Heritage List.
Climate change is recognised as one of the most significant threats to World Heritage, impacting Outstanding Universal Value (OUV) of many properties.
How can World Heritage be more representative, accessible, and sustainable? We worked with UNESCO to find out in #TheNext50.
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