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Latest news North Down Museum has officially launched its new exhibition, The Birth of Irish Motor Racing, celebrating 100 years of the Ulster Automobile Club and the pivotal role played by Ards and North Down in the early development of motorsport in Ireland and beyond.
Find out more Larry Gains was born in Canada in 1900, and began boxing at the age of 20. He turned professional three years later in London and would leave an indelible mark on British Sport. His tribute, which included a touring exhibition and a permanent heritage plaque, was made possible through the Sporting Heritage Community Grant
Find out more Gilbert Laird Jessop was a’ batting phenomenon’ in the late 19th and early 20th century and still holds the record for the fastest century by an Englishman in a test match, achieved at the Oval over 120 years ago. Here are a series of articles that look at Jessop’s school and early career, his greatest moment and the illness that ended it all!
Find out more 'The Fastest Bicycle' is a new feature length documentary. which tells the remarkable story of Sir Roger Bannister's grandson Barney Townsend and his team's attempts to break the world human powered vehicle land speed record. Touring Cinemas in the North West of England in 2026.
Find out more This National Sporting Heritage Day, we at Women in Rugby League were delighted to show our appreciation and celebrate all the help we have received to promote our great sport, most recently through our Pioneering Years Project and partnership with Literacy Kicks, in which we have been fortunate enough to have some genuine legends of the sport on our side.
Find out more As we come to the end of the year this December, it’s a time for reflection—a moment to honour the stories we’ve uncovered, the communities we’ve connected with, and the powerful reminder that sport is history, identity, and resistance.
Find out more Cardiff City FC and the Cardiff City FC Community Foundation are working together to create the club’s first dedicated museum — a space to celebrate, preserve, and share the Bluebirds’ story.
Find out more Celebrating community in sport means recognising that the history we often associate with national teams, Olympic victories, or famous stadiums is only one part of the picture. It’s in our communities - our village greens, leisure centres, and urban playgrounds - where the true spirit of sport has always lived. And that’s where some of the most powerful stories can be found.
Find out more This month we look ahead to National Sporting Heritage Day, your planned activity, and our Collections at Risk events. Also, news of a Sporting History and Sporting Heritage Working in Partnership event, Silverstone Museum Research Forum, Tennis History Conference at Wimbledon, and all the latest updates and funding news from the sector.
Find out more A new exhibition that tells the story of Women’s Rugby League for the first time has opened at the University of Huddersfield. 'The Pioneers: Women in Rugby League' reveals the hidden history of the sport through rare archival treasures.
Find out more Sideline Assembly CIC have been exploring the stories and experiences of women and girls involved in rugby across Sussex. Against the backdrop—and sometimes in the shadow—of the Women’s Rugby World Cup, it’s been an eye-opening journey.
Find out more As we celebrate National Sporting Heritage Day this September, we are reminded of the incredible power sport has—not just as a game, but as a living archive of our shared history. This year, the day holds deeper significance as it intersects with British East and Southeast Asian (BESEA) Heritage Month.
Find out more Our Founding Director, Dr Justine Reilly reflects on how far we've come since starting Sporting Heritage CIC back in 2012. She explains why now feels like the right time to share our story - where we came from, why this work matters so much to her, and the exciting things we're planning next.
Find out more As South Asian Heritage Month unfolds from July 18 to August 17, Sporting Heritage Ambassador, Amazin LeThi highlights why it offers us a powerful moment to reflect on and celebrate the rich cultural and historical contributions of British South Asians in sport
Find out more In this month's newsletter we announce the Intangible Heritage Inventory programme, look back on Sport and Fashion month, ahead to National Sporting Heritage Day, Collections at Risk workforce events, and bring you the latest sector news, webinars, and funding opportunities.
Find out more Martial Artist and Documentary film maker, Luke Leyland shares how he created history by competing in the boxing-style sport of Dambe, and the African Warriors Fighting Championship in Katsina, Nigeria.
Find out more Podcast host Russell is joined by Billy Webb, from Goldie Lookin Chain (GLC) to discuss the band's collaborations with Newport County, as sponsors, then later as kit designers. They also talk replica kits, fan identity and expression.
Find out more In late 2024 and early 2025, we delivered a project funded by the Welsh Government to understand how to measure ...
Find out more Led by Powered by Hip Hop, this heritage project set out to document the journeys of UK Breakers, particularly in the North West of England, where Breaking culture thrived in the 1980s and beyond.
Find out more At Leeds Health & Homes, we have just completed a wonderful sporting heritage project, celebrating the fascinating and lively history of Gaelic Football in Leeds.
Find out more The Cardiff community of Splott recently curated its own pocket museum within which – as one might expect in a working class district – sport features prominently. Find out more about the sporting heritage chosen to feature in the 'Story of Splott in 50 Objects'.
Find out more New Exhibition shedding light on the enthusiasm for tennis in Bath from Georgian times to the present day to run from June 12 to October 31 at The Museum of Bath at Work. Find out more
Find out more Thursday 26th June 2025 - The British Sporting Art Trust hosted an online talk from dress and textile historian, Edwina Ehrman - An exploration of the clothes worn for archery from the founding of the Toxophilite Society in London in 1781 to the London Summer Olympics of 1908. Find out more!
Find out more The Foundation of Hearts and Heart of Midlothian Football Club are happy to announce the launch of a new interactive exhibit at the HMFC Museum as part of the Maroon Mile Project.
Find out more Fencing, the elegant dance of swords, has long been associated with grace, skill, and precision. Captivated by the distinctive sportswear linked to this unique sport, Illustrator Jessica Hartshorn with the help of The National Fencing Museum considers how fashion in fencing has evolved over time.
Find out more Featured this month: Sporting Heritage Award Nominations are open, the latest Community Grant Projects are announced ahead of the Round 3 Funding deadline, Sport and Fashion, E-learning course now recruiting, plus the latest event updates, funding, and support opportunities.
Find out more In this months Newsletter, find out about our upcoming Collections Significance Study Day, Sport and Fashion Month, the Sporting Heritage Awards, apply for a Community Grant, new E-Learning Courses, and find the latest sector news, workshops and funding opportunities
Find out more The exhibition showcases the history of Edinburgh Leisure’s five Victorian pools and the Royal Commonwealth Pool, and the vital role Edinburgh Leisure has played in promoting active lifestyles for the past 26 years and generations before.
Find out more Whether you've previously been a valued membership holder, part of the Sporting Heritage community, or wish to support our work, helping to meet the needs of sporting collections and related organisations in the UK, we now invite you to Become a Sporting Heritage Supporter.
Find out more Have you or anyone you know ever heard of bando? Perhaps you know someone who actually played this traditional old Welsh sport? Considering its popularity, particularly in South-West Wales over such a long period it's surprising how few people know about it today. This article explores the history of the sport, and ongoing work to showcase bando in the future.
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