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About Nottingham Historic Building Trust

Our Vision


NHBT exists to rescue and reimagine Nottingham’s historic buildings at risk. Our vision is to grow into a trusted, financially sustainable and innovative Building Preservation Trust, unlocking heritage as a tool for social, cultural and economic renewal.

By combining sound governance, mixed income, and people-led purpose, we will become a catalyst for transformation across the city’s built environment.

Our Aims

  • Raise public awareness of Nottingham’s historic built environment

  • Make heritage accessible, inclusive and relevant for all

  • Build a pipeline of viable restoration projects rooted in public benefit

  • Develop a mixed income model – grant, membership, commercial and private

  • Strengthen good governance, partnerships and volunteer capacity

Founded to meet the urgent need for action on Nottingham’s many buildings at risk, NHBT is led by a multidisciplinary board and supported by a growing community of advocates and volunteers. With an ambitious plan in place and backing from national funders, we’re laying strong foundations for a new civic future – one where heritage is at the heart of renewal.