ABOUT OUR
HERITAGE PROJECT
Preserving the history & culture of Grimsby & Lincolnshire
Home to many historical landmarks, rich history, scenic beauty, diverse communities, and economic opportunities, Grimsby and Lincolnshire is home to many positive aspects that make it a great place to live or visit.
Through understanding where we come from, The Heritage Project promotes positivity and understanding in the local community.
What we do
AND WHY WE DO IT
Grimsby, our home town located in North East Lincolnshire, England, has an incredible amount to offer as regards its history, culture, natural beauty, diversity, economic opportunities, and affordability.
Our Mission
Heritage is key to our modern community and it’s our mission to protect and preserve it. Grimsby and Lincolnshire, after all, have a long and storied history that can be traced back to the medieval era. The educational value in our local heritage is not to be understated and here, at The Heritage Project, we use it as a powerful educational tool to help people learn about their own history, as well as the history of other cultures and communities.
Doing so helps us to promote greater understanding, empathy and respect among people from different backgrounds. It helps to foster a sense of identity, preserve cultural practices, provide educational value and create economic opportunities. By valuing and preserving our heritage, we can help to build stronger, more resilient, more vibrant communities.
At least, that’s the way we see it and guess what: it works.
Our members
WE’RE A SUM OF OUR PARTS
National Lottery Heritage Fund
The National Lottery Heritage Fund supports a wide range of heritage projects across the United Kingdom. We recently were awarded £100K to restore the historic Grim and Havelock statue.
Visit: heritagefund.org.uk
The Equality Practice
Visit: theequalitypractice.co.uk
Turntable Gallery
Artists, and researchers; Dale Wells and Darren Neave are co-directors of the Turntable Gallery, Grimsby’s only contemporary art space. Launching with their inaugural show in March 2022, the pair have been a driving force for art, culture and the restoration of civic pride within the area since then.
Having met at Lincoln whilst studying for their post graduate Fine Art degrees, the duo have brought Turner Prize winner Jeremy Deller, and internationally acclaimed art bad boy Jake Chapman to the town. Their celebrated programme, includes lost treasures, glittering contemporary’s and future stars. Having already acquired a second space, the turntable is making waves in the cultural landscape, and putting the county back on the map!
Visit: turntablegallery.uk
Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre
Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre transports visitors back to the 1950’s heyday of our famous port. Carefully crafted sets and original preserved trawler interiors capture the atmosphere and essence of a remarkable way of life in one of the most dangerous occupations in living memory. Our temporary exhibition spaces offer the opportunity to explore the wider heritage of the local area.
Grimsby Fishing Heritage Centre will co-curate and host an exhibition of the Grim and Havelock statue, exploring its historical and contemporary significance within the local community. The museum is delighted to be involved in the project and to share the story of the Grim and Havelock with our visitors. The statue represents so much about our town, and the narrative of immigration, inclusion and shared values offer a unique opportunity to meaningfully connect our past with our present.
Visit: fishingheritage.com
North East Lincolnshire Council
Alongside its focus to assist the economic development and regeneration of our area, NEL Council has strong links with the voluntary sector and community groups including The Heritage Project. Authority is key in helping us unlock history to build a stronger community.
Visit: nelincs.gov.uk
The Content Marketing Agency
Design and marketing agency, CMA, is at the heart of the burgeoning creative industry in Grimsby. Working with big name brands around the world, CMA supports The Heritage Project locally in amplifying its message.
Visit: cmagency.co.uk
Focus 7
Focus 7 have been making films in North East Lincolnshire since 1999. As a social enterprise we have been supporting community projects and initiatives ever since we began the company. Grim and Havelock is a story that we have promoted many times before and it is great to be involved in this latest initiative. As ever we remain fascinated by the stories and tales of local peoples’ lives and experiences. We look forward to recording the project and the memories of those that take part.
Visit: focus-7.com
Hammond House
We are delighted to be working with The Equality Practice as part of this ambitious project that celebrates the rich heritage of our coastal community. We look forward to publishing the illustrated children’s book and following progress of the Grim and Havelock on The Heritage Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@heritagechannelcleetv
Visit: hammondhouse.org.uk
The House with the Blue Door
Sarah Palmer is a local sketchbook artist, who is better known as The House with the Blue Door. Over the past year she has worked on illustrating books for Together For Childhood, the CCC and created artwork for the Audio Tales in East Lindsey project.
Her work on art and anxiety has recently been exhibited in the National Fishing Heritage Centre, and her paintings of the Humberston Fitties are currently on display in Our Big Picture in Bethlehem Street, and the Hammond House Gallery in Louth.
Sarah specialises in watercolour and ink sketchbook work, and also produces mindfulness
colouring sheets using her unique doodling style.
Visit: housewiththebludoor.patternbyetsy.com
Hammond House
We are delighted to be working with The Equality Practice as part of this ambitious project that celebrates the rich heritage of our coastal community. We look forward to publishing the illustrated children’s book and following progress of the Grim and Havelock on The Heritage Channel. https://www.youtube.com/@heritagechannelcleetv
Visit: hammondhouse.org.uk
Ramandeep Grewal
My name is Ramandeep Grewal and I have lived in Grimsby since 2014. I attempted escape from Grimsby three times but ended up making my nest here permanently. I’m very happy to be part of the steering committee for this project.
Shereen Alankar
Hi I’m Shereen. I’m from the diversity which makes up our community here in Grimsby. I remember the statue from my college days and so I’m glad to be one of the steering committee members of this project. I’m looking forward to seeing the statue restored. It represents people who settled here and call Grimsby home.
Agnieszka Singh
Hi, I am Aggie. I am a business owner in Cleethorpes. A Polish national that moved to the UK 20 years ago. By taking part in this project, and being one of the steering committee members, I would like to encourage people from different nationalities living in the county, to get to know the history of the place where we are living in.
The Grimsby Community
The Heritage Project is supported and inspired by members of Grimsby’s diverse community of people from different ethnic and cultural backgrounds. This adds to our vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.