Heritage is associated with history but it is not the same thing.
Heritage is a personal perspective on the past so it is hard to find a general definition.
MoreMany buildings in Clophill have been lost over the years. Looking back, many residents would consider them part of their heritage and mourn their passing.
MoreOne of the problems with preserving our heritage is that we don't always appreciate it until it is too late.
MoreEfforts are being made to preserve our heritage.
MoreOne way to facilitate preservation is to define a Conservation Area containing the buildings and other features that it is thought important to preserve.
MoreBuildings of significant importance can be 'listed' which then puts legal requirements on the owners with regards to the structure and appearance of the building.
Section 61(12) defines sites that warrant protection due to their being of national importance as 'ancient monuments'.
MoreThe Ancient Monuments and Archaeological Areas Act 1979 legislates to protect the archaeological heritage of Great Britain.
MoreA Heritage Trail along Clophill High Street has been designed. A pamphlet describing it is available.
MoreOr scan the QR code to see the Web App of the Heritage Trail.
To complement the Heritage Trail pamphlet is a children's quiz designed for children accompanying adults on the trail.
MoreTo encourage the exploration of our natural heritage a series of discovery walk pamphlets has been prepared.
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