Protecting Our Heritage
Historic England protects and brings new life to the heritage that matters to us all, so it lives on and is loved for longer. Learn more about what we do.
The National Heritage List for England
Search the National Heritage List for England to find listed buildings, battlefields, monuments, parks, gardens, shipwrecks and more.
Historic England Launches Local Heritage Hub
Unlock and explore hidden histories, aerial photography, and listed buildings and places for every county, district, city and major town across England.
Connecting Communities
Historic England is helping to deliver schemes that bring buildings into use, tell the stories of communities and their spaces, and restore pride in local heritage.
Get involved today by contributing your photos and stories to the Missing Pieces Project.
The Missing Pieces Project
The Missing Pieces Project
All over England are places with stories to tell. Their stories are still being written, and they won’t be complete until you share your side.
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Everyday Heritage Grants
Everyday Heritage Grants
Funding for creative projects that focus on heritage connecting people to historic places, specifically those people and places that are overlooked or underrepresented.
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The National Blue Plaque Scheme
The National Blue Plaque Scheme
Historic England's national blue plaque scheme celebrates people from all walks of life who have made a significant contribution to human welfare or happiness; and/or have made an exceptional impact in their field, community or on society at large.
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High Streets Heritage Action Zones
High Streets Heritage Action Zones
Historic England has published an independent evaluation by AMION Consulting of the High Streets Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) programme, England's first heritage-led regeneration programme to go beyond restoration, redefining how high streets are revitalised.
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The Historic England Blog
The Historic England Blog
Whether you're a history enthusiast, a heritage professional, or simply curious about the past, the Historic England Blog provides insights into the events, people, and places that have shaped England.
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In Your Area
In Your Area
See what's happening in your local historic environment and find out how you can help uncover the hidden stories behind your local heritage.
Find out moreTackling Climate Change
We’re facing a global climate crisis. Historic England recognises the need for urgent action. We are committed to achieving net zero and are researching and advising the historic environment on contributing positively to global sustainability.
Energy Advice for Homeowners
Energy Advice for Homeowners
Find out how to cut your fuel bills and carbon footprint in ways that are sympathetic to the historic character of your building.
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Help Your Organisation Towards Net Zero
Help Your Organisation Towards Net Zero
Guidance on how to get to net zero for heritage organisations or businesses using historic buildings.
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Adapting Historic Buildings for Energy and Carbon Efficiency
Adapting Historic Buildings for Energy and Carbon Efficiency
Historic England has produced a new Advice Note to provide clarity and support consistent decision-making for proposals to reduce carbon emissions and improve the energy efficiency of historic buildings whilst conserving their significance and ensuring they remain viable places to live in the future. It reflects current national planning policy.
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Latest Research
Latest Research
Historic England research into how climate change affects the historic environment.
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Our Climate Change Strategy
Our Climate Change Strategy
A strategy for Historic England’s response to the climate, energy and biodiversity crisis.
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Flooding Advice
Flooding Advice
How to inspect, conserve and repair historic buildings after flooding, as well as ways to prevent flood damage in the first place.
Find out moreSupporting Growth
Historic England's expert advice and guidance provides the knowledge and support you'll need in understanding, developing, managing and protecting the historic environment, helping people and places across England to thrive.
Inclusive Heritage Advice Hub
Inclusive Heritage Advice Hub
Advice for organisations wishing to ensure that their work is as diverse and inclusive as possible.
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Training and Skills
Training and Skills
Historic environment specialist training, CPD and skill development opportunities to understand, protect and conserve historic places.
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Careers and Volunteering
Careers and Volunteering
Interested in a career at Historic England? We’re always looking for passionate people with fresh perspectives to join us.
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Caring for Heritage
Caring for Heritage
Find out how to care for the heritage on your doorstep, from cemeteries and monuments to local streets and places of worship.
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The Planning System
The Planning System
The planning system works to protect historic places and guides decisions on proposed changes to the historic environment, including those which are protected by listing.
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Education Resources
Education Resources
Discover inspiring education and work experience resources to help pupils learn about their local and national heritage.
Find out moreThe Historic England Archive
Learn about England's archaeology, historic buildings and social history. The Historic England Archive holds over 12 million photographs, drawings, reports and publications from the 1850s to the present day, with over 1 million records searchable online.
Latest News
National Highways and Historic England have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to protect and promote England’s heritage.
Underused historic buildings across England could be given new life through a major investment initiative launched by Historic England.
Nearly 400 new webpages packed with stories, images, and hidden histories from every corner of the country.
The Historic England Archive has published a fascinating collection capturing the pioneering role of women in Second World War military photography.
