Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 05/08/2026New exhibition loading... Can you guess where? 🏛️🎓♿ 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 05/08/2026Thanks to @natarchivestrust.bsky.social 'Archives Revealed', we've been cataloguing and uncovering the story of one of the most influential figures behind the Paralympic Movement. Jean Stone MBE. You can read about what we found here: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/blog/inside-... 🏛️🎓♿ 020
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 27/07/2026We're relaunching the Widgit edition of our Heritage Centre tour. Everyone is welcome, whether you're visiting virtually, or in person. 🏛️🎓♿ Download the Widgit tour at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/family-fun-a... Explore the Heritage Centre at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/Event/herita... 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 22/07/2026"It was just an incredible atmosphere and it couldn't have happened otherwise." Your can read more of Keith's memories here: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/keith-delder... #StokeMandeville #OnThisDay #ParalympicHistory #Buckinghamshire #History #Sportparalympicheritage.org.ukKeith DelderfieldKeith started working at the Stoke Mandeville Sports Centre when it opened in 1969, eventually becoming Assistant Manager. 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 22/07/2026"We mopped up all the hotels in town, all the schools, all the church halls. Just about anywhere you could fit beds, we took it over." "Transport was one of the biggest headaches". Off-duty police drove buses, local families volunteered. The whole community came together to make the Games happen. 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 22/07/2026"Where was everyone going to go?" 🤔 #OnThisDay in 1984, the Summer Paralympic Games opened in Stoke Mandeville with organisers finding accommodation for hundreds of athletes, officials and families across Buckinghamshire.🏛️🎓♿ Stoke Mandeville Stadium Assistant Manager Keith Delderfield remembers: 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 30/06/2026"The Winter Paralympics: 50 Years in the Making" is now available to watch with British Sign Language (BSL) interpretation on our YouTube channel. We hope it allows even more people to discover the remarkable history of the Winter Paralympic Games. 🏛️🎓♿ Watch the film at: youtu.be/3ZCQI8gfJhA 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 26/06/2026A big thank you to Karé, and to all who attended. In true Kare style, we battled the heat, and came away with wisdom we can apply on and off the track! Happy Friday everyone! 🏛️🎓♿ 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 26/06/2026And finally, the magic of the Rio 2016 Paralympic Games, where she competed against her idols on the track, aged 15 and with under 4 years in wheelchair racing, won a silver medal. Karé acknowledged: 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Training 6 days a week, all year round, the Summer season might bring an opportunity for medals but Karé reminded us that: 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Although a 9-time medal winner, she's still chasing that Paralympic gold. Karé shared: 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 26/06/2026Some standout messages from Karé Adenegan PLY at this week's 'Meet the Paralympian' event ♿🎓 Having been excluded from sport at school, Karé highlighted: 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 24/06/2026It's too hot, we need a swim - what a day to be a Mallard! 🦆 Robin Surgeoner MBE is a 9-time Paralympic gold medallist who began his career with the Rushmoor Mallards in Hampshire. Dive into the cool interior of our Hampshire Gallery to read more: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/global-virtu... 🏛️🎓♿ 101
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Brilliant. Melanie is a fantastic speaker and role model! 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 23/06/2026Students from St Francis Special School chose this colourful parachute to represent 'activity and inclusion' in our Hampshire Gallery. 🌈🪂 Their reflections included happiness, excitement and colour. Find more student objects and reflections at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/global-virtu... 🏛️🎓♿ 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 18/06/2026Exhibition: 'Celebrating Disability Sport in Nottinghamshire'🏛️🎓 📍 Nottingham Central Library 🎟️ Free Discover the history of CP Sport. Celebrate local places, pioneers & Paralympians. Learn about adapted sports, and explore tactile objects. ♿ More at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/Event/celebr... 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 16/06/2026It's #LearningDisabilityWeek and we're highlighting the story of Paralympic sprinter and disability rights campaigner, Kenny Colaine MBE. To read more, visit: paralympicheritage.org.uk/kenneth-cola... 🎓🎓♿ #LDweek #DoYouSeeMe 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 18/05/2026We can't wait to introduce Jean to so many new people! Find us at: 📍 16 Friars Square Shopping Centre 📆 18 May to 1st June 🕘 Opening times: Mon to Sat: 9am – 5.30pm Sun: 10.30am – 4.30pm For access guidance and an audio version of the display visit: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/Event/jean-s...paralympicheritage.org.ukJean Stone Exhibition - 03/03/2026 10:00:00This exhibition celebrates the pioneering role that Jean Stone played in the development of the Paralympic Movement. 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 18/05/2026✨ Our exhibition 'Celebrating Jean Stone' has moved to the heart of Aylesbury! ✨ A big thank you to our amazing museum trainees Thomas and Simon for helping to reinstall the display, and welcoming questions from visitors! 1/2 #InternationalMuseumDay #IMD2026 #Paralympics 🏛️🎓♿ 172
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 13/05/2026Our very own Emily Toettcher will be speaking at the Museums + Heritage Show tomorrow at 2:15pm. She'll be sharing our learning from our inclusive work placement programme for 16-18yr olds, in consultation with young people at our local SEND schools. If you’re attending, come and say hello! 🏛️🎓♿ 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 28/04/2026We're delighted to announce that medal winning Paralympic wheelchair racer Karé Adenegan is joining us for two unique online talks on Wed 24th June! 10:30 - 11:15: Schools Key Stage 1 to 3 1-2pm: KS4+ Find out more and book your free place at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/Pages/Events... 🏛️🎓♿ 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 23/04/2026The @heritagefunduk.bsky.social have published a new story celebrating accessibility - and we've been included as a case study! A huge thank you to the National Lottery Heritage Fund and its players for their generous support. Read more at: www.heritagefund.org.uk/stories/onli... 🏛️🎓♿heritagefund.org.ukOnline accessibility in action through Paralympic heritage and St Fagans’ secret gardenLearn how you can put our updated digital accessibility guidance into practice in your heritage project. 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 18/02/2026Both sessions include a live Q&A and will be supported by a BSL interpreter. With thanks to our funders: @heritagefunduk.bsky.social, the Esmée Fairbairn Collections Fund (delivered by the @museumsassociation.org) and Wendover Wood. 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 18/02/2026The 2026 Winter Paralympics are almost here and we’re excited to welcome Paralympic skier Kelly Gallagher as the next speaker in our 'Meet the Paralympian' event series. 🏛️🎓♿ 📅 Join us on Wednesday 25th February, at 11am or 1pm. ✨ Book your FREE place at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/Pages/Events/ 121
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 16/02/2026We’re delighted to launch our new display: 'Celebrating cerebral palsy sport at Harvey Hadden Stadium', in partnership with CP Sport. It features athlete stories, photos & a frame runner you can see and touch. Open until 15 May. For more info & audio: paralympicheritage.org.uk/Event/celebr... 🏛️🎓♿ 051
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 09/02/2026We are deeply saddened by the sudden passing of World Abilitysport CEO Charmaine Hooper. She was a friend, a prominent voice in the world of disability sport and a committed advocate for preserving our Paralympic heritage. Our CEO Vicky Hope-Walker shared this statement: 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 09/02/2026Love this! Here's a pic of of our Super Bowl... Press cuttings gifted to us by Paralympian Sally Haynes, showing athlete Godfrey Ithongo practicing for a Super Bowl. He would go on to represent Kenya in Lawn Bowls and Athletics events at the 1980, 1984 and 1988 Summer Paralympic Games. 160
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 06/01/2026✨ Do you have objects, photos, or stories connected to a Winter Games? ✨ Are you planning to attend the upcoming Games? If you answered yes to any of the above, we’d love to hear from you! 📩 Message us or email our Comms Officer, Kat, at kat.mace@paralympicheritage.org.uk #WinterParalympics 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 06/01/2026❄️ Just two months to go until the Winter Paralympic Games kicks off in Italy and we need your help! 🏛️🎓 Far less is known about the history of the Winter Paralympic Games than the Summer Games… and we want to change that 💙♿ ✨ Do you know someone who’s competed in a Winter Paralympics? 1/2 110
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 10/12/2025Did you know? Badminton made its Paralympic debut at Tokyo 2020 - and so did Krysten! Learn more on our website: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/badmintonparalympicheritage.org.ukBadmintonBadminton will be included in the Paralympic Games for the first time ever in Tokyo 2020. 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 10/12/20253️⃣ "Sport can be serious. Life can be serious. Finding joy in the journey has made me a better athlete". A huge thank you to Krysten for two inspiring sessions, and to everyone who joined and asked such brilliant questions! 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 10/12/20252️⃣ "Everyone gets nervous. What matters is finding the thing that helps you overcome the nerves. For me, that's talking to people". 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 10/12/20251️⃣ Surround yourself with the right people. "I've never felt I had too many barriers, I've had great people around me". 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 10/12/2025💥 On Friday, we had the privilege of hearing from @paralympicsgb.bsky.social’s incredible Krysten Coombs, who shared some amazing moments from his badminton career so far. 🏸 Missed our 'Meet the Paralympian' event? Here are 3 pearls of Coombs wisdom especially for you... 🏛️🎓♿ 112
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 05/12/2025🎨 We're seeking a community-engaged artist with lived experience of disability, to work with young women on a creative response to the Jean Stone collection, for an exhibition at Wycombe Arts Centre in March. For more info and to apply visit: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/news/call-fo... 🏛️🎓♿ 031
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 17/11/2025It’s in! 🎉 Visitors can now explore our Global Virtual Museum from inside the Heritage Centre. We can’t wait for our after-school visitors to discover this new addition! They can navigate themselves, or select to enjoy a guided virtual tour.🏛️🎓 #MuseumTech #VirtualTour #FamilyFun 021
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 11/11/2025Today, we honour the veterans of the Paralympic Movement, and remember their comrades who never returned home. Post WW2 Stoke Mandeville Hospital was home to veterans and civilians with spinal cord injuries. In 1948, they faced veterans from the Star & Garter Home at the 1st Stoke Mandeville Games. 052
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 11/11/2025We 100% agree! We've uncovered things we'd previously missed with the tactile interrogation of each object this process has allowed us. E.g. users discovered that the epaulettes on Dina Murdie's goalball referee shirt in our British Blind Sport Gallery, were removeable to adapt for different sports. 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 06/11/2025We're committed to co-creation at the NPHT, and developing these sensory descriptions has been incredibly enriching. One participant even described it as “one of the best experiences of her life” - and we couldn’t agree more! Updates on the way at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/global-virtu...paralympicheritage.org.ukGlobal Virtual MuseumExplore the history of the Paralympics and interact with inspirational Paralympic stories from around the world. 020
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 06/11/2025We teamed up with Mitsubishi Corporation London Branch, Paralympians and consultants, to co-create sensory descriptions for items in the Japan Gallery of our Global Virtual Museum, helping blind and partially sighted visitors to experience each object. 💫 🏛️🎓♿ 251
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 20/10/2025🚨 We're delighted to welcome two-time Paralympic medallist Krysten Coombs as the next speaker in our 'Meet the Paralympian' event series! 📅 Join us on Friday 5th December, as Krysten reflects on his incredible badminton career so far. Places are FREE: paralympicheritage.org.uk/Pages/Events/ 🏛️🎓♿ 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 13/10/2025Thank you Heart of Bucks! 💜 We welcomed the High Sheriff of Bucks, Pippa Kirkbride, and the Heart of Bucks team to our Heritage Centre and were thrilled to receive a certificate recognising our charitable services to the county. 🏛️🎓♿ For more visit: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/news/a-visit... 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 09/10/2025Join us at our Heritage Centre this Saturday, as part of Stoke Mandeville Stadium's Big Open Weekend! 🏛️🎓 We'll be running FREE boccia drop-in sessions: *09:00-10:00 SEND families *10:00-12:00 general public To learn more about #boccia beforehand, visit: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/boccia ♿ 021
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 06/10/20255 months to go!❄️ The Milano Cortina 2026 Paralympic Winter Games will mark 50yrs since the first Paralympic Winter Games! Hackney-born Mike Brace, was selected as one of just six skiers on the British team! 🎿 Find out more about Mike here: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/mike-brace 🏛️🎓♿ 010
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 03/10/2025📢 Celebrating 10rs of the National Paralympic Heritage Trust! To our incredible community of Paralympians, partners, funders & friends - thank you. We can't wait to see what we’ll achieve together in the next 10yrs and beyond. More here: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/news/celebra... 🏛️🎓♿ 021
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 30/09/2025Want to help us on our mission to protect and preserve our incredible Paralympic heritage? Follow us, share our posts, and donate if you can at: www.paralympicheritage.org.uk/donate 🏛️🎓♿ @sportingheritage.bsky.social #NSHD #CollectionsAtRisk 032
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 30/09/2025It's a constant challenge for us to raise the vital funds to catalogue and store these unique collections, each one significant to the history of the Paralympic Movement and its pioneers. Without us, the only dedicated Paralympic museum, tens of thousands of items may have been lost. ♿ 100
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 30/09/2025In May 2023, our archives consisted of 104 collections, each one varying from just one item to hundreds of items. 2 years on, that's grown to 155 collections - an increase of 50% of what we'd acquired in our first 6 to 7 years - and forever growing! 🏛️🎓 121
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 15/09/2025We'd love to hear what other organisations in the sector are doing to ensure inclusion in the workplace, so please do share with us! #NowIsTheTime 🏛️🎓♿ 000
Paralympic Heritage @paraheritage.bsky.social · 15/09/2025This involved a focus on 'Diversifying the Workforce', providing a number of work placement opportunities and four part-time paid museum traineeships, over 3 years. The impact has been clear, not only in the opportunities created, but in the learning and growth we’ve experienced as an organisation. 100