Heritage

Wakefield district is rich in heritage. We know that heritage is important and relevant to everybody’s lives. Exploring our history helps to inspire our communities to know who they are and where they come from. We must ensure that our heritage passes on to future generations. 

Our Heritage, Our Stories - A Heritage Framework for Wakefield District

In 2022-2023, we carried out extensive engagement led by our consultants Heritage Lincolnshire. We met with the local community, societies, councillors, council staff, and heritage sites. 

Our Heritage, Our stories - A Heritage Framework for Wakefield District has developed from our engagement. It outlines our principles, themes, and objectives for heritage.

These themes and objectives will guide current and future heritage opportunities and projects. The Heritage Framework is for individuals, community groups, organisations, employees, and other stakeholders.

You can download the full version of the Heritage Framework. There is also a highlights version outlining the principles, themes and objectives:

Full version (PDF) (Accessible version)

Highlights version (PDF) (Accessible version)

Our Heritage, Our Stories Film

Using money raised by National Lottery players, The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports projects that connect people and communities with the UK’s heritage. Our Heritage, Our Stories is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to all National Lottery players.

Our Heritage, Our Stories during Our Year 

Our Heritage, Our Stories is part of the Our Year – Wakefield District 2024 programme. Our Year is hosting 366 days of culture. Our Heritage, Our Stories is celebrating the diversity and richness of our district’s heritage and traditions. We want to tell the stories of people and places. For more information visit www.ouryear2024.co.uk.

Get in touch

If you have any questions, ideas or would like to connect with a wider heritage network, please contact us at heritage@wakefield.gov.uk.