Toolkit
Find out how our online suite of resources can help your organisation.
Empowering you to do more
Whether you're just starting your first heritage project, or are building on a successful track record, our Toolkit is there for every step of your journey.
It offers tailored guidance and practical tools designed to help you navigate every stage from your initial vision to long-term sustainability.
For Those Starting Out:
If you’re new to heritage projects or are setting up an organisation for the first time, the Toolkit guides you every step of the way:
- Forming your organisation and refining your vision—learn about the different governance structures you could take, find out to create a strong trustee board and discover why community engagement is so important early on.
- Planning and execution made simple—learn how to develop a robust strategic plan, employ staff and build a strong volunteer base.
- Building sustainable momentum—discover social media guidance and top tips on creating a communications strategy to help keep your project in the public eye.
- Helping you to understand the sector - we know it can be daunting trying to understand how the sector works and who you need to talk to so the Toolkit can help you identify those key organisations that you might need to engage with
For Experienced Project Leads:
If you’ve already completed projects, or overseen successful heritage initiatives, the Toolkit continues to support you:
- Develop your skills and deepen your sector knowledge - catch up on recordings of our event webinars, explore the Top Tips from fellow members and explore the plethora of resources from across the website that we've curated to support your learning and save you time.
- Explore alternative site uses or building type - be inspired by our member case studies to consider new uses for your sites or to have the confidence to take on an entirely new type of project
- Improve your finances - take advantages of pro-bono support from some of our partner members, check out our webinar recordings about funding and explore alternative funding models you could try.
- Plan for the future - ensure the longevity of your project by considering your board, building and business sustainability.
What can you find in Toolkit?
Toolkit is home to a whole host of resources.
- Case Studies
- Webinar Recordings
- Top Tips
- Model Documents
- Guidance Notes
- Special offers from Partner members
- Signposting to useful resources elsewhere on the web
Whether you are looking to be inspired by case study, increase your skills by watching one of our webinars or aiming to save time by adapting one of our model documents we've got what you need to help you take your next steps.
How can Toolkit help you?
"The Heritage Network Toolkit really is a powerful tool for a small organisation like ours… we find that it is a first port of call, offering great advice in so many areas" - Sarah Hayes, Coffin Works & Museum Manager
- For beginners: It’s your reliable guide to getting started and building strong foundations.
- For veterans: It's your curated resource for keeping up with sector developments and expanding your skills.
- For everyone: It's a way to save time, avoid reinventing the wheel and feel inspired.
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Who can access Toolkit?
Toolkit is a member only resource.
Network, Individual and Partner class members have access to the full extent of Toolkit. This means they can enjoy all the case studies, webinar recordings, top tips, guidance notes and model document regardless of which stage of Toolkit they sit within.
As our Connect class members are those just taking their first steps in community heritage, they are provided with access to resources within Stage 1. These cover topics such as establishing your board, selecting your governance structure and developing community support for your project.
Watch a whistle stop tour of what you can find in Toolkit
