November was a month of steady regional growth for Local History Hub, marked by the launch of new hubs across the Tees Valley and the appointment of three new advisors. Teachers and heritage partners in Darlington, Middlesbrough, Redcar, Hartlepool and Stockton began shaping five new hubs with support from Tees Valley Museums. We also welcomed Jenny Wilkie as Regional Heritage Advisor for the North East, Glenn Carter as National Education Advisor, and Alys Rouncefield and Anna Hartley as Regional Heritage Advisors for the North West and East Midlands. Together, these developments continue to strengthen our UK-wide network and support the growing movement for meaningful, place-based history in schools.

We’re thrilled to launch a new Local History Hub for North Tyneside, supported by North East Museums. Bringing together schools, heritage partners, and community organisations, the hub will help children connect with the coastal, industrial, and community stories that have shaped the borough. Led by experienced History Coordinator Lucy, this new hub strengthens our teacher-led, grassroots network across the UK.

Local History Hub Warrington is launching with the support of Culture Warrington, bringing together schools, heritage partners, and community organisations to explore the town’s industrial, civic, and cultural heritage. Led by heritage professional Amanda Moore, the hub will enrich curriculum learning, strengthen community identity, and help children connect with the stories that shape where they live.

We’re delighted to welcome Anna Hartley as Regional Heritage Advisor for the East Midlands. As Learning Manager at Heritage Lincolnshire and a former secondary history teacher, Anna brings extensive experience in heritage education, curriculum development and regional project work. She is committed to helping young people access and engage with the local stories and places that shape their communities.

We’re delighted to welcome Alys Rouncefield as Regional Heritage Advisor for North West England. Alys is an Outreach and Engagement Officer at Blackburn Museum & Art Gallery and Community Lead for our Blackburn with Darwen hub. She brings a passion for place-based learning, strong partnerships with schools and communities, and a deep commitment to helping people connect with the stories that make them proud of where they live.

We’re thrilled to welcome Glenn Carter as National Education Advisor for Local History Hub. A primary teacher, Historical Association Fellow, and creator of History Rocks, Glenn brings exceptional expertise in primary history education. Working alongside National Heritage Advisor Marie Woods, he’ll help shape our national strategy, connecting schools, museums, and communities through inclusive, place-based learning rooted in local stories.

We’re delighted to announce that Jenny Wilkie has joined Local History Hub as our new Regional Heritage Advisor for North East England. With over 20 years’ experience in museum education and heritage learning, Jenny will help strengthen partnerships across the region, supporting inclusive, place-based education that celebrates local stories and identity.

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new Local History Hub for Stockton-on-Tees - one of five new hubs across the Tees Valley in partnership with Tees Valley Museums. The Stockton Hub will bring together schools, museums and community partners to explore the town’s rich industrial and cultural heritage and celebrate the stories that shape where we live.

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new Local History Hub for Redcar & Cleveland - one of five new hubs across the Tees Valley in partnership with Tees Valley Museums. The Redcar & Cleveland Hub will bring together schools, museums and community partners to explore the area’s rich industrial and coastal heritage and celebrate the stories that shape where we live.

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new Local History Hub for Middlesbrough — one of five new hubs across the Tees Valley in partnership with Tees Valley Museums. The Middlesbrough Hub will bring together schools, museums and community partners to explore the town’s rich industrial and cultural heritage and celebrate the stories that shape where we live.

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new Local History Hub for Hartlepool — one of five new hubs across the Tees Valley in partnership with Tees Valley Museums. The Hartlepool Hub will bring together schools, museums and community partners to explore the town’s rich maritime heritage and celebrate the stories that shape where we live.

We’re delighted to announce the launch of a new Local History Hub for Darlington — one of five new hubs across the Tees Valley in partnership with Tees Valley Museums. The Darlington Hub will bring together schools, museums, and community partners to explore the town’s rich heritage and celebrate the stories that shape where we live.

We’re thrilled to announce five new Local History Hubs across Darlington, Middlesbrough, Redcar, Hartlepool and Stockton — launched in partnership with Tees Valley Museums. Led by Jenny Wilkie, Creative Learning Support Officer for Tees Valley Museums, these hubs will bring together schools, heritage partners, and communities to explore the stories that make the Tees Valley unique. From shipbuilding and steel to migration and social change, the hubs will celebrate local identity and connect children with the rich history on their doorstep.

October has been a month of growth and connection for Local History Hub, with three new hubs launching in Lincolnshire, Leicester, and Wiltshire, a major new partnership with Historic England’s Heritage Schools Programme, and the appointment of leading history educator Michael Maddison as Non-Executive Director. Together, these developments mark a significant step forward for our teacher-led movement — building partnerships, empowering educators, and helping more communities connect with the stories that matter most.

A new Local History Hub is launching in Nottingham, supported by Transform Trust, to connect schools, heritage organisations, and communities through the city’s rich industrial, cultural, and social heritage. Launching in September 2026, the hub will help children explore the people, places, and events that shaped Nottingham — and we’re now seeking passionate teachers and heritage professionals to join the team.

We’re delighted to welcome Michael Maddison to the Local History Hub Strategic Board as a Non-Executive Director. A leading figure in history and heritage education, Michael brings over three decades of experience as Director of Maddison Education Consultancy, Chair of Trustees at the Heritage Education Trust, Deputy President of the Historical Association, and former National Lead for History at Ofsted. His expertise and commitment to inspiring young people through high-quality, inclusive history education will be invaluable as Local History Hub continues to grow.

Local History Hub and Historic England’s Heritage Schools Programme are excited to explore ways to work together to help more schools use local heritage with confidence. As the partnership develops, we’ll share opportunities and updates hub by hub - supporting teachers to make local history inspiring, accessible, and rooted in pride of place.

We’re excited to announce that a new Local History Hub is being established in Lincolnshire, supported by Heritage Lincolnshire and Lincolnshire County Council. The hub will connect schools, heritage organisations, and community groups across the county to explore and celebrate Lincolnshire’s rich and varied history — from medieval trade and wartime resilience to stories of innovation, migration, and everyday life.

We’re now building the team that will lead this important work and are seeking volunteer Community and Schools Hub Leads to help shape the project.

A new Local History Hub is launching in Leicester, supported by Leicester City Council and developed in partnership with Leicester Museums & Galleries. The hub will bring schools, heritage partners, and community groups together to explore the city’s rich and diverse stories. We’re now seeking a Schools Hub Lead to join the leadership team and help shape this exciting new chapter.

brand-new Local History Hub is coming to Wiltshire, supported by Wiltshire Council and designed to bring schools, heritage organisations, and community groups together to explore the stories that shape the county. We’re now looking for volunteer Schools and Community Hub Leads to help build this exciting new partnership — connecting classrooms with local heritage and celebrating a shared sense of place.