We like to think heritage is good for people’s wellbeing and health, and some evidence is starting to be available to back this up.

The first keynote speech by Mike Zeidler – Partnership Manager of "Happy City" ‘How to develop enduring Friendships’, will address the wellbeing benefits of volunteering and the significant influence volunteers can have on the ‘feel’ of a place.

The National Heritage Science Forum (NHSF) is running a free research briefing event “Health, Wellbeing and Cultural Heritage: research, evidence and practice" in partnership with Tate, on 12 September 2017, 17.30-21.00 at Tate Modern.

The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Arts, Health and Wellbeing (APPGAHW) was formed in 2014 and aims to improve awareness of the benefits that the arts can bring to health and wellbeing.

The first keynote speech ‘How to develop enduring Friendships’, will address the wellbeing benefits of volunteering and the significant influence volunteers can have on the ‘feel’ of a place.

We contribute to urban and rural regeneration, the tourism industry, and we work with a wide range of partners and local groups to enhance the wellbeing of all.

The new Affiliates will connect with and contribute to the development of HM thinking and practice which puts societal wellbeing at its heart.