Following the expiry of his three year term as Chair of Heritage of London Trust (HOLT), Sir Laurie Magnus CBE has announced his decision to step down from the role in March 2026. Since joining the Board in 2023, Sir Laurie has brought immense levels of expertise, developed a robust governance framework and overseen an expansion of the charity which, under his leadership, has grown its portfolio of heritage projects, opened a new community and skills hub in the City of London and acquired...

We were thrilled to unveil the restored Hanbury Drinking Fountain in Wimbledon yesterday. Over 100 local people joined us to celebrate the restoration and relocation of the fountain including the Mayor of Merton, Cllr Martin Whelton, and pupils from Ursuline High School and Wimbledon College. The ornate Victorian fountain is a striking example of the 19th century fascination with classical architecture. Modelled on the 4th century BC Choragic Monument of Lysicrates in Athens, it reflects a...

This week, our Proud Places Ambassador Destine Pinzi received The Heritage Alliance's prestigious Young Heritage Hero Award, which celebrates the contribution of a volunteer under the age of 30 who has gone above and beyond for a heritage organisation.   Destine started volunteering with Heritage of London Trust's Proud Places programme three years ago when she was just 15 and has been a fantastic support throughout her time with us. She has helped facilitate visits and workshops for more...