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A lesson from history – Enclosures and Poor’s Lands in Norfolk

21 May, 2026by Steve NunnEditorial, Comment and Opinion, Heritage, Knowledge Base, Rurality, Support for organisations and communities

More than 480 Poor’s Lands or Poor’s Allotments still exist across Norfolk today, and they help with grants for household repairs and appliances, education, hospital transport and financial support. 

The Desert Rats Association - finding funding for commemoration

21 May, 2021by Steve NunnArts and culture, Breckland, Case Study, Funding, Heritage

The Desert Rats Association is raising money to build a new memorial to the men and women who have served in the division from 1940 to the modern day. To do that they needed funding, and lead fundraiser Beverley Cooper - a campaigner and fundraiser of many years’ experience and standing -turned to CAN for further advice and direction. 

Preserving Place

01 Mar, 2015by Anonymous (not verified)Heritage, Support for organisations and communities
Understanding local history and heritage is, and always has been, important to communities. The aim of Preserving Place is to investigate how community groups undertake heritage research – and help them do just that.

 

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