We’re taking a step back from X for the moment. Did you know that there’s plenty of other places to keep up with us? Come & follow us over on:
👉 Bluesky - @archhfund.org.uk
👉 LinkedIn – The Architectural Heritage Fund
👉 Instagram & Facebook - @archhfund

Hope to see you there!

A 'standout, impactful project'.

Another amazing achievement for The Buttermarket, which has taken home the top prize - Retrofit of the Year award - at this year's AJ Retrofit & Reuse Awards. 🎉

Congrats to Architectural Thread and @RedruthRevival. 👏
bit.ly/4pjnyja

ICYMI: Earlier this week, our CEO @MEMckeague spoke to Julie Skentelbery on BBC Radio Cornwall about the restoration and reopening of The Gardeners' House in Penzance, which we are very pleased to have supported.

🎧 Listen (starts at 16:45):
bbc.co.uk/programmes/m00…

Lovely day in Wymondham last week visiting #AHFsupported Becket’s Chapel with one of our wonderful supporters.

Want to help us support more heritage-regeneration projects like this across the UK? Find out how you can become a Friend of the AHF today. ⬇️
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/

🚨 Job alert! We are currently seeking a Philanthropy Manager to join the AHF team.

🗓 The deadline for applications is 25 September 2025.

For a full job description and details on how to apply, please go to: 👇
ahfund.org.uk/news/latest/va…

A fantastic piece in the @guardian about the inspirational story of @Giroscope_Hull. ⬇️
theguardian.com/uk-news/2025/a…

We are delighted to have been able to support their project at St Matthew's, as well as plans for the former West Park Palace cinema.
ahfund.org.uk/news/latest/an…

In case you missed it over the long weekend, here's a great piece from @ArchitectsJrnal about architects taking a leading role in supporting community and heritage-led regeneration, featuring some brilliant #AHFsupported projects. 👇
architectsjournal.co.uk/news/heritage-…

📣 Today, we have published our August 2025 newsletter!

It includes:
- A project focus on Black Bull Close.
- An article from the Josef Herman Art Foundation about Sardis Chapel.
- A spotlight on recently completed projects in England.

Read it here: 
➡️ bit.ly/4oDFRPX

📣 Have you heard the news?

A new Energy Resilience Fund partnership with the national energy advice charity, @HelloCSE, will expand the specialist energy audit and project development support that can be provided to applicants through the programme. 🧵👇 (1/4)

Eligible organisations can apply for up to £250k of blended finance (40% grant, 60% loan) to be used for energy-generating and energy-saving technology and building adaptations. (3/4)

We’re pleased to be a partner in this fund, delivered with @TheSocialInvest, and can support charities and social enterprises based in historic buildings to apply.

Find out more: 👇 sibgroup.org.uk/funds/energy-r… (4/4)

'Redruth Revival’s development strategy was not driven by short-term commercial gain, but instead by a self-imposed mandate to assist with supporting long-term community resilience.' Great piece about @RedruthRevival's transformation of The Buttermarket.
architecturetoday.co.uk/the-buttermark…

Congrats to all 37 projects that have secured grants from @HistoricEngland’s Heritage at Risk Capital Fund.

We’re delighted to see 14 #AHFsupported projects among the awardees, including many that we supported through @DCMS-funded #TransformingPlaces.
👉 bit.ly/47kTkWu

37 local heritage sites to benefit from £15 million boost to breathe new life into communities across England 👇

gov.uk/government/new…

Good news! 🙌 We have awarded £15 million in grants to save 37 much-loved historic sites across England for future generations.

Our Heritage at Risk Capital Fund, funded by @DCMS, will rescue listed buildings and sites facing dereliction, creating new jobs and community spaces.

📢 We are delighted to announce that we have offered a #HeritageImpactFund loan to the Alex Moulton Charitable Trust to support the refurbishment of historic cottages on The Hall Estate, creating essential local rental properties.

Learn more:
➡️ bit.ly/47iQots

Many thanks to @HeritageFundUK and @HistoricEngland for helping to make this #HeritageImpactFund loan possible.

Fancy a nosy behind the scenes of Morecambe Winter Gardens Theatre? Why not book a Theatre Tour this Saturday and Sunday 9th & 10th August? They are filling up fast and often sell out, so don't delay and book your ticket here: morecambewintergardens.com/tours/
#morecambebay #lancashirelife

Stronger Local Places: Rebuilding the Social Club Movement conference brings together club members, policymakers, charities & funders to explore how Britain’s social clubs can be revived as vibrant civic hubs.

Find more event info & tickets:
👉 democraticbusiness.org/events/stronge…