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Article: News £16 million HLF cash for V&A, Imperial War Museum, Tank Museum and Design MuseumThe Design Museum's new home, the Europe 1600-1800 treasures at the V&A, First World War Galleries at the IWM and the Tank Museum's invincible vehicles share £16 million.26 July 2012 -
Event: Exhibition (temporary) County: Wiltshire 160 Camp: The Lydiard Park Prisoner of War Hospital CampA new display in the State Rooms of Lydiard House tells the story of the Second World War Prisoner Of War Hospital Camp in the grounds of Lydiard Park. It will feature photos, maps and true stories about the inmates,...Lydiard House | Swindon | 20 July — 17 November 2013 -
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Event: Workshop or activity session County: Cheshire American Civil War at the Old HallThe members of the American Civil War Society are among the most approachable and enthusiastic re-enactors on the historical scene. Share the myth, romance and reality of this period as you walk and talk your way...Tatton Park (National Trust) | Knutsford | 6 — 7 July 2013
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Article: News in Brief Artist Gillian Taylor's towering paper poppies pay tribute to war letters at Exeter theatreA three-metre high artwork made of paper poppies crafted from love letters written during World War II has been installed at Exeter's Northcott Theatre.12 November 2012 -
Event: Living history or re-enactment, Seasonal event County: Cambridgeshire Back to the FortiesTake a trip with us back in time to the 1940s. In the historic setting of IWM Duxford, soak up the wartime atmosphere as you experience Britain on the Home Front. You’ll encounter living history groups representing...IWM Duxford | Cambridgeshire | 29 September 2013 -
Article: News Barr Beacon to become wonder of Walsall after planners win £440,000 Lottery awardA damaged war memorial for Warwickshire and Staffordshire on a site mentioned in the Domesday Book will become a centre for community pride in a three-year heritage project.27 March 2012 -
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Event: Exhibition (temporary) County: Greater Manchester Big Picture ShowUsing surround sound, projected digital moving images and photographs, the show brings to life people’s experiences of war. It immerses you in the heart of the action, creating a complete sensory experience which is...IWM North | Manchester | 1 November 2012 — 31 December 2013 -
Article: News Bob and Roberta Smith to tour Tower Hamlets for stories of Old FloThe artist otherwise known as Patrick Brill says he is "excited" to find out what the Henry Moore statue at the centre of controversial sell-off plans means to the people.11 January 2013 -
Article: News British Library joins collections from seven countries for Europeana World War I projectMore than 400,000 resources from World War I will be made available to the public online as part of an ambitious alliance to mark the centenary of the outbreak of the conflict.15 November 2011 -
Event: Workshop or activity session County: South Yorkshire Brodsworth at War - Forties Fete EveningExperience the magnificent garden at Brodsworth Hall in the evening with a 40s themed garden fete. Brodsworth was central to many campaigns and fairs during the War and this re-creation gives some of the flavour.Brodsworth Hall and Gardens (English Heritage) | Doncaster | 21 June 2013
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Event: Exhibition (temporary) County: North Yorkshire Castle Howard in Time of WarWhile generations of Howard sons went to fight overseas the impact of war was often more powerfully felt at home. Between 1815 and 1944 five Howards were killed in action, and for the family war was a time of anxiety as ...Castle Howard | York | 25 May 2013 — 31 December 2014
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Article: Interview Curator's Choice: Paul Doherty on the belt worn by his father on Bloody SundayThe taxi driver and guide at the Free Derry Museum in Derry-Londonderry, Northern Ireland, explains why one of the resident exhibits is of great personal importance to him.02 April 2013 -
Event: Workshop or activity session County: Devon D Day teaJoin local expert Alan Forster for tea and biscuits in the heart of Greenway, the House Kitchen, as he discusses Greenways D Day connections and the library frieze.Greenway (National Trust) | Galmpton, nr Brixham | 6 June 2013
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Event: Seasonal event, Workshop or activity session, Living history or re-enactment County: Hampshire D-Day anniversary: Free admission and special eventsD-Day anniversary Free admission to the museum to mark the anniversary, plus a day of special events. Check the website for updates - as more details will be released.D-Day Museum and Overlord Embroidery | Portsmouth | 6 June 2013
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Event: Workshop or activity session County: Cheshire Defence of the RealmYour country needs you! Join our guides at the Old Hall to explore personal and national defence and daily life throughout history. Build an Anglo-Saxon fort, become a medieval archer and travel back to World War II to...Tatton Park (National Trust) | Knutsford | 22 August 2013
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Article: Interview Designated Collection: exploring the medal collection at the Royal Engineers MuseumAs part of its Designated collection the Royal Engineers Museum has a world class medal collection that includes 25 Victoria Crosses and the regalia of four field Marshalls. Head Curator Rebecca Nash explains its importance.05 October 2009
