Tyne Bridge
At the time of its completion, Tyne Bridge was the largest single span bridge in Britain and has since become a defining symbol of the region. © Historic England
At the time of its completion, Tyne Bridge was the largest single span bridge in Britain and has since become a defining symbol of the region. © Historic England

Local Identity

From salty seaside structures to Brunel’s breath-taking bridges, circles of stone to medieval marvels. We want to get the nation talking about the historic places that define us. Our roots, traditions and identities connect us to the places we know and love. 

From spring 2020, we’ll be running a series of events and activities to explore personal connections with local places and to inspire everyone to share why they mean so much.

Horizons that say home, mapped in brick, steel and stone. Cherished and changing.

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Gallery

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Stone circle with blue skies and hills in the background Statue of The Beatles Indoor market stalls and shop fronts with a sign "Brixton Village" Dr Nirav Amin outside Neasden Temple, Industrial structure on a rugged coastline Colourfully dressed people celebrating Pride Headscarf Revolutionaries mural on side of a building Blue transporter bridge Woodhorn Colliery (head gear of two shafts), Ashington, Northumberland