UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 2h📣Calling all archive professionals Join us at The London Archives on 11 November (10am-4pm) for a free hands-on workshop exploring how you can better understand the needs, interests and motivations of current and potential audiences: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/tools-for-... 011
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 4hThis important historical resource will now be more accessible through a new, easier-to-use interface featuring a clearer design and direct links to Discovery, repository websites and contact details. Read more about the history and impact of HOSPREC: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/professional...nationalarchives.gov.ukRe-launching HOSPREC, the Hospital Records databaseResearchers Giorgia Tolfo and Laura Robson-Mainwaring reflect on the usefulness of the Hospital Records database and how we are making it more accessible. 030
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 4hWe’re pleased to launch of a new search interface for HOSPREC, the Hospital Records Database: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/hospital-rec... HOSPREC is a unique resource for family historians, local researchers, genealogists, academics and anyone interested in the history of healthcare. 276
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 07/10/2026This webinar is part of the new training programme from Archives Revealed, a partnership programme between The National Archives, the Pilgrim Trust, the Wolfson Foundation and The National Lottery Heritage Fund: www.eventbrite.com/cc/archives-...eventbrite.comArchives Revealed training programme by The National Archives | EventbriteJoin our Archives Revealed training sessions online and in-person, covering a range of topics including: writing a significance statement, project management, the Generic Learning Outcomes, and emerging technologies. 022
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 07/10/2026Join us on 22 October for a webinar which will support you to assess the significance of your collections and turn that thinking into a clear, persuasive statement of significance for grant applications and advocacy: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/archives-r... 155
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 06/10/2026📣Seeking applications from UK archive professionals for our digital peer mentoring programme! We’ll match you with an experienced digital professional to work on a digital project of your choosing for a 6-month period. Find out more and apply by 30 October: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/DigitalPee... 0412
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Upcoming sessions 👇 • Discovery: exploring our online catalogue to develop loan proposals (Thursday 15 October, 12 – 1pm) • The National Archives’ National Loans Programme: expression of interest (Tuesday 27 October, 12 – 1pm) 000
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 06/10/2026Join the National Loans Programme webinar series to learn how you can borrow and display records from The National Archives' collections: www.eventbrite.com/cc/national-... We’ll introduce the programme, share advice on applying and developing successful projects, and highlight available support. 101
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 06/10/2026The Survey of Onsite Visitors to Archives is now open! See below how your service can take part to gain valuable feedback from your users 👇 013
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 29/09/2026We’re also holding networking sessions to support Carbon Literate graduates to implement their pledges and make progress in relation to carbon reduction. Carbon Literate individuals from other courses are also welcome to attend! See available dates: www.eventbrite.com/cc/carbon-li...eventbrite.comCarbon Literacy training and post-course support by The National Archives | EventbriteThe Carbon Literacy training will build awareness of the carbon emissions relating to recordkeeping. The course is accompanied by networking and focus events on carbon reduction. 033
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 29/09/2026Register for our free, interactive, entry-level Carbon Literacy training course! We’ll explore the science of #climate change, how it affects #archives, and provide examples of actions archives have taken to lower their carbon emissions. See available dates: www.eventbrite.com/cc/carbon-li... 1611
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 28/09/2026📣Call to Archive Managers We have a limited number of bursaries to help cover travel costs for delegates who have to pay for their own travel, particularly from outside Plymouth. Book a place below and apply for a travel bursary by Friday 9 October, 5pm: www.smartsurvey.co.uk/s/MZHKHE/ 059
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 28/09/2026This survey will provide your archive with vital feedback so that you can improve your services and continue meeting your users’ needs. Thanks to our new partnership, it’s free for all archives to take part! 010
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 28/09/2026We’re working with The @araukie.bsky.social National Surveys Group to launch this year’s ‘Survey of Onsite Visitors to Archives’ on 5 October. The survey invites in-person visitors to archives to share feedback on their experiences. Here’s how to get involved: www.archives.org.uk/news/survey-... 136
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 24/09/2026Join our impact seminar on Tuesday 3 November (1:30pm) to hear how different archives have collaborated with students and alumni on a variety of projects: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/impact-sem... You’ll hear talks from @fxuniarchives.bsky.social, @ljmu-sca.bsky.social & @worcesteruni.bsky.social! 066
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 23/09/2026We are delighted to announce that we have awarded 3 new resilience grants to @methodist.org.uk, The People’s History Museum & Ushaw House! Read more about these brilliant projects here: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... St Cuthbert’s College, J. Storey, 1851 📷 Ushaw House 073
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 22/09/2026Join us for a practical and engaging workshop which will guide you step-by-step through the process of creating a sustainability action plan! Register to attend on either 21 October or 14 January: www.eventbrite.com/cc/sustainab... 014
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 21/09/2026You meet fortnightly (remotely) with a mentee over a six-month period to support them through a digital project, formed by them with your support. We offer training for professionals that are new to mentoring! 010
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 21/09/2026We’re looking for mentors with digital skills to join our next round of peer mentoring starting in January 2027. Find out more and register your interest in mentoring by Friday 9 October: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... 135
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 17/09/2026On 4 November, we’re holding the Leadership for Recordkeepers Summit at Friends House (London) in partnership with @araukie.bsky.social. Hear from inspirational leaders, improve your leadership skills & continue your professional development! Register today: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leadership... 035
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 17/09/2026We’re delighted to have awarded two new records at risk grants to The Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (with funding from @britrecs.bsky.social) and The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings. Read more about their projects here: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... 074
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Join the Digital Archive Learning Exchange (DALE) for a free online session looking into the potential of #AI for the #archive sector! 📅 Friday 2 October (10:30am – 12:30pm) Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/digital-ar... 035
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 16/09/2026We’re hosting a free webinar on 26 October designed to help recordkeepers give clear and informative responses when applying for Archive Service Accreditation, specifically third section on Access and Engagement. Register here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/archive-se... 014
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Forhad Hussain, Mayor of Newham, and @jamesasser.bsky.social, Labour MP for West Ham and Beckton also participated in the celebration. Congratulations to Eastside Community Heritage! (2/2) 010
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 16/09/2026Last week, our Chief Executive Saul Nassé visited Eastside Community Heritage at their new home in the Tate Institute, Newham to present the team with their first Archive Service Accreditation certificate! They are the first community archive to achieve accredited status under the scheme! (1/2) 162
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 14/09/2026The next round of Scoping Grant applications is open until 15 October: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-rev... This is the penultimate round of the current funding cycle but we look forward to sharing more information in 2027 about our plans for the future of Archives Revealed. (3/3)nationalarchives.gov.ukScoping Grant - PortalsThe Scoping Grants programme funds an independent consultant to produce an expert collections report (or scoping report) on a full or partial archival collection, for which the contents are unknown in... 022
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 14/09/2026Congratulations Findhorn Foundation, Future Histories, Harwich Town Council, Improving Lives Plymouth, Isle of Luing Community Trust, @johninnescentre.bsky.social, Lincoln Theological Institute for the Study of Religion and Society, Pleasley Pit Trust, Royal Signals Museum & @ukceh.bsky.social (2/3) 121
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 14/09/2026We’re delighted to announce 10 new recipients of the #ArchivesRevealed scoping grants, with our partners The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Pilgrim Trust & @wolfsonfdn.bsky.social Read all about them here: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-rev... 📷 Royal Signals Museum (1/3) 165
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Please read the event descriptions carefully as some are only open to current Archives Revealed grantees. As always, thank you to our partners the Pilgrim Trust, the Wolfson Foundation and The National Lottery Heritage Fund! (3/3) 010
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 11/09/2026The upcoming sessions will cover ‘Project Management Training’, ‘Writing a Strong ‘Statement of Significance’, ‘Using the Generic Learning Outcomes to plan and capture impact’ and ‘Emerging Technologies and Archives’. Any questions? Email archivegrants@nationalarchives.gov.uk (2/3) 130
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 11/09/2026Archives Revealed is launching a new training programme covering a range of topics online and in-person. You can find descriptions and booking links for all upcoming sessions here: www.eventbrite.com/cc/archives-... (1/3) 144
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Mid-career professionals can also join a Leadership skills training course to help strengthen their leadership impact, communication and influence. This will consist of 3 interactive workshops running October-November! Find out more & register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leadership... (4/4)eventbrite.co.ukLeadership skills training for mid-career professionalsThis mid-career course will help participants build confidence, influence and career direction. 033
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 10/09/2026Happening soon… On 4 November, we’re holding the Leadership for Recordkeepers Summit at Friends House, London. Hear from inspirational leaders, improve your leadership skills & continue your professional development! Find out more & register: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/leadership... (3/4)eventbrite.co.ukLeadership for recordkeepers summitJoin us to hear from inspirational leaders and explore your own leadership skills and the importance of continuing professional development 134
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 10/09/2026This feeds into the action plan for The Government’s new vision for archives in England, particularly its aim to ensure the sustainability of the sector by strengthening workforce capabilities and advocating for archives at the highest level: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... (2/4)nationalarchives.gov.ukThe Government’s vision for archives in England - Archives sectorArchives at the Heart of Society In 2024, The Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) commissioned The National Archives to create the Government’s new strategic vision for archives. We partner... 110
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 10/09/2026We have partnered with @araukie.bsky.social to launch a programme that supports recordkeepers at all career stages to develop their leadership skills and pursue continuing professional development. Find out more: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... (1/4) 157
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 09/09/2026We’re hosting a launch and learning webinar on 1 October (12pm) so you can learn more about the National Loans Programme pilot and gain a basic understanding of archival loans through an introductory presentation followed by a Q&A. Register to attend: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/launch-int... (2/2)eventbrite.co.ukLaunch: Introduction to the National Loans Programme and Archive Loans 101Join our first webinar in this series to support the archive sector in borrowing collection items for display in exhibitions 032
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 09/09/2026We’re pleased to launch The National Loans Programme running 2026-2028! We’ll be working in partnership with seven UK archives to share records from our collections through loans, displays and public engagement activities. Find out more: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... (1/2) 143
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Registration is now open for a free, in-person course on Strategic Advocacy for Archive Managers at The Box in Plymouth! 📅 Thursday 3 December 2026 (10.45am – 4.15pm) Sign up here: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/strategic-... 023
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 08/09/2026A significant memory for The National Archives (formerly the Public Record Office) was an official visit from the late Queen to our home in Kew on 23 February 1978, 3 months after our building officially opened. The visit was recorded in photographs that now form part our collection (PRO-62-7) (2/2) 000
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 08/09/2026What are your memories of Queen Elizabeth II? People across the UK, the Commonwealth and beyond are invited to map their memories of Britain's longest reigning monarch. Share your memories of her and become part of a living history archive: www.queenelizabeth.com#map=5.5/51.5... (1/2) 121
Reposted by UK Archive Sector LeadershipArchives and Records Association UK and Ireland @araukie.bsky.social · 08/09/2026Governance Manager - Secretary to The National Archives’ Board and the Advisory Council - 6 months maternity cover - details on the recordkeeping careers hub here@: recordkeeping-careers.org/job/governan... @uknatarcsector.bsky.socialrecordkeeping-careers.orgGovernance Manager – Secretary to The National Archives’ Board and the Advisory Council - Recordkeeping Careers 013
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Scoping Grants fall under #ArchivesRevealed, the partnership programme between The National Archives, The National Lottery Heritage Fund, the Pilgrim Trust & @wolfsonfdn.bsky.social Any organisations with archival collections, including deposited collections, may apply! (2/2) 000
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 07/09/2026Applications are open for Scoping Grants worth £3000! Apply by 15 October to have an independent consultant produce an expert collections report on a full or partial archival collection. Apply here: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-rev... (1/2) 136
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Earlier this year, we held a webinar featuring detailed breakdowns of the grant, what it seeks to fund, how to apply, and hits and tips from the team! Watch the Project Grant Webinar recording here: youtu.be/fFaXysmRV-g (3/3)youtu.beSpaces, Places and Belonging: Project Grants Webinar (March 2026)YouTube video by The National Archives UK 000
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Funded by the Arts and Humanities Research Council (@ukri.org), Project grants (worth up to £30,000) are designed to fund in-depth research, skills development, and the creation of lasting resources that reflect diverse voices and experiences (2/3) 100
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Are you a museum, library, gallery, archive or heritage organisation looking to fund a substantial, collaborative project with at least one community group? Apply for a Spaces, Places & Belonging Community Hub Project Grant by 16 November 2026: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/community-hu... (1/3) 135
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 03/09/2026We encourage you to read the guidance before attending the event. To request a copy of the guidance please contact your Sector Development Manager: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... (2/2)nationalarchives.gov.ukContact the team - Archives sectorIf you've not found the information you are looking for on our website, please get in contact with one of our expert team listed here. 021
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 03/09/2026Join The Major Archive Projects Learning Exchange on 29 October for an online overview of management and design guidance for archive building projects: www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/maple-mana... Chris Woods from @natconsserv.bsky.social designed the guidance and will be leading the session (1/2) 134
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 02/09/2026The National Archives & @araukie.bsky.social are seeking three consultants or freelancers to each deliver a 90-minute workshop at the Leadership for recordkeepers summit on Wednesday 4 November. Find out more and apply by Friday 18 September: www.nationalarchives.gov.uk/archives-sec... 057
UK Archive Sector Leadership @uknatarcsector.bsky.social · 01/09/2026And for those curious about the incredible image we've used from The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust... This is Abd’Elkader Farrah’s drawing depicting Hymen in a 1980 production of As You like it. Copyright holders: Lily & Safi Farrah 021