Cultural Placemaking from the ground up

Access current thinking, research and high profile case studies around culture and heritage-led regeneration and place-shaping

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Luke Jerram in conversation

Exclusive interview with Luke Jerram, ahead of his new openings at Southbank Centre, Saatchi Gallery, Royal Museums Greenwich and Wakefield Exchange
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Gathering-26: Project Legacy

With around 180 attendees from across the creative and cultural sector, the third Cultural Development Gathering event shared learning from across the third round...

Project Legacy

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For a deep dive into the UK's historical and cultural sites, our knowledge base is the go-to resource. It catalogs places imbued with history and heritage, alongside a curated list of events and activities, making it an essential guide for anyone seeking to explore and participate in the UK's vibrant cultural scene.

Discover the rich tapestry of the UK's history, culture, and legal evolution all in one place. Explore our extensive collection of news, reports, and investigative resources that delve into the heart of UK regions, legislative changes, and articles celebrating the heritage of these remarkable places.

A visit to this page is highly advantageous for those involved in heritage and place shaping fields. The page contains an array of PDF documents, each providing valuable insights, case studies, and practical approaches. These resources are essential for anyone looking to deepen their understanding and improve their practices in the areas of cultural heritage preservation and community shaping.

Engaging with our online courses and classes is an excellent way to delve into the UK's historical narrative, focusing on its significant places and architectural advancements. These courses are tailored to provide a thorough understanding, making them an invaluable resource for anyone passionate about exploring and understanding the UK's rich historical heritage.

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Bradford_ Arts Centre

Bradford Arts Centre is on track to open in October 2025 following a c.£5m CDF investment. Read the case study following the CDF Network...

Berwick Parade

Reimagining Berwick Barracks though large scale public events and cultural engagement to activate heritage spaces in rural communities

Digital space in a heritage place

Report and case study from the CDF Network Study Visit to the University of Kent's Docking Station, due to open in 2026

Cultural Development Gathering-25

How the CDF Network took a "whole place" approach to its annual Cultural Development Gathering

Love Boro: 2030 Vision

CDF Network partner, Middlesbrough, sets out an ambitious plan to put culture at the heart of its future

Pioneering Places

Model Students Exceed Expectations

Innovative primary school project helps children understand and engage with their home town and planning

Wisdom springs eternal down memory lane

Local community invited to drop in and add their own voices, memories and archive to help tell the story of the local area

RTPI Planning Awards

RTPI Planning Awards: Pioneering Places nominated as Best Project Pioneering Places, a cultural placemaking project delivered across four locations in Kent by leading cultural and...

New Town, New Challenge

With the UK government committed to New Towns, we look at Cultural Placemaking in Northstowe, Britain's largest New Town under development

Rochdale Creates Change

Case study and summary report of CDF Network Study Visit: a deep dive into Rochdale's culture-led, place-based vision

The site was originally developed as a repository for learning from the Pioneering Places project in East Kent, supported by Arts Council England and National Lottery Heritage Fund. Shortly after the end of this project in 2020, the site became a home for further placemaking case studies, learning and knowledge sharing developed through the Cultural Development Fund (CDF) Peer Learning Network, funded through Arts Council England.

CulturalPlacemaking.com is owned and managed by Five10Twelve Ltd - a Ramsgate-based SME providing specialist project management, knowledge-sharing and placemaking consultancy and advocacy services for the creative and cultural sector.

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Theatre design in a heritage context

In part one of this insight into Marlowe Theatre's journey with its new heritage building venue, The Marlowe Kit, Pioneering Canterbury Producer, Cat Buffrey,...

Creating an immersive exhibition in a heritage space

In part two of this insight into Marlowe Theatre’s journey with its new heritage building venue, The Marlowe Kit, Set and Costume Designer and...