Explore the many approaches to combining investment in historical buildings with community engagement and cultural events to unlock economic potential and connect communities.
These case studies were provided by Historic England's partners in the High Street Heritage Action Zone programme.
Transforming an Overgrown Site into a Park in Lowestoft
An overgrown eyesore that attracted fly-tipping was transformed into a pocket park by a community group collaborating with local partners.
Wednesbury Day Outdoor Festival
A 3-day festival brought residents together, attracted visitors and involved local groups and organisations in co-production and co-delivery.
Creating New Homes from Empty Retail Space in Hull
A residential scheme created 3 desirable and affordable homes above shops, in space that had previously been empty or used for storage.
New Use for Abandoned Bank in Bacup
An abandoned Grade II-listed former bank building has been brought back into use for the community, providing housing, a co-working space and more.
New Residential Use for Empty 19th Century Building in Brierley Hill
A neglected 19th century terraced building has been repaired and found a new owner and new residential use.
Small Grants Revitalize Cross Street, Oswestry
Vacant shops on Cross Street were repurposed, bringing ground floor units back into retail use and developing their upper floors into new homes.
Award-Winning Redevelopment of Cultural Hub in Skipton
A redevelopment project has created an award-winning and accessible cultural hub.
Derelict Iconic Building Rescued for the Community of Hastings
Hastings' iconic Observer Building has been repaired and rescued from dereliction and 4 floors brought back into use for the community
Coventry: A Demonstrator Project for the HSHAZ Programme
An evaluation of the impact of the Coventry Demonstrator High Street Heritage Action Zone (HSHAZ) project.
Innovative Heritage Trail Brings Hidden Stories to Life in Northallerton
Discover Northallerton is an innovative heritage trail that uses augmented reality to bring hidden stories to life in Northallerton.
Providing Space for Community and Cultural Events in Cullompton
Public realm improvements in Cullompton have created an attractive space for use by the community for cultural activities, events and markets.
Reviving a Former Carriage Showroom as a Retail Space in Lancaster
A former carriage showroom has been restored to revitalise a retail space and shine light on the building’s heritage for the local community.
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