05/03/2026
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 03/12/2025
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 01/12/2025
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 29/10/2025
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 30/09/2025
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 04/09/2025
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 21/08/2025
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 31/07/2025
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 16/07/2025
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 26/06/2025
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 26/06/2025
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 25/06/2025
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 14/05/2025
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 17/10/2024
On 4 July 2024, the oral history film, Remembering France was launched at Wales’ oldest cinema in Brynmawr. With more FREE screenings planned, the oral history project celebrates both Wales’ historic semi-final run in Euro 2016 and its female fans.
Find out more 08/05/2024
Keith Gregson has had a lifelong passion for both music and Sport. He has written numerous articles and books on sport and among the 200 plus songs he has composed between 1968 and today a significant number relate to contemporary sport.
Find out more 26/03/2024
South Lanarkshire Leisure & Culture’s display of museum collections within Rutherglen Library has existed for many years, however on one particular day, it proudly displayed The Burgh Cup, an historic football trophy which had been played for by junior teams since 1910.
Find out more 11/03/2024
The Manchester Corinthians was a pioneering women’s football team established in 1949 ... Last year we successfully held a campaign to erect a plaque and tributes to the women and this summer the authorised history of the club will be published, but can you help track down more of the team?
Find out more 22/02/2024
Down the years Wales has had a number of pubs whose signs have demonstrated their connection with sport and leisure. In this blog, Valleys Ale Trails, take us on a mini tour of a few such pubs.
Find out more 25/01/2024
The parallels between cricket and art are vast, as both involve skill, strategy, and a deep sense of passion. Whether it's the meticulous strokes of a bat on the cricket pitch or the intricate brushwork on a canvas, both cricket and art continue to enchant and inspire individuals.
Find out more 18/01/2024
Digital artist, Alastair Flindall was commissioned by No More Nowt, to illustrate stories of men’s pastimes and inspire future generations. One such story was that of Bishop Auckland FC's, Bob Thursby, who was celebrated in an animation and recently unveiled mural currently touring the region.
Find out more 20/12/2023
With thanks to a grant from Sporting Heritage, The Armitt and our community exhibition partners were able to release a promotional video to tease our upcoming display for 2024 –“Running Int’ Fells”, which you can view here.
Find out more 19/12/2023
140 years after the formation of the Black Arabs, (later to become Bristol Rovers Football Club), the Bristol Rovers History Group put on a celebration of club memorabilia in 2023 as part of their Sporting Heritage Community Grant Activity.
Find out more 18/12/2023
"Looking back on this volunteering experience, I am excited by the realisation that the sporting history of two factories that no longer stand in Harrow continues to be recounted and remembered through projects like this one."
Find out more 07/12/2023
The National Paralympic Heritage Trust invited visitors to a unique opportunity to view an iconic object out of the display case, the object was the cloak worn by Sir Ian McKellen at the Opening Ceremony of the London 2012 Paralympic Games.
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