Some Examples of Our Work
Leicester Cathedral
Following the reinterment of Richard III, Leicester Cathedral required an economic impact assessment to evaluate the feasibility of new visitor facilities, enhanced church spaces, and improved archive storage. We conducted a detailed viability study, assessing potential visitor growth, income opportunities, and operational needs to ensure the proposed development would be sustainable.
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Our work provided strategic insights into how the Cathedral could expand its role as a heritage, cultural, and spiritual destination, balancing the needs of worshippers, visitors, and researchers. The findings have informed the Cathedral’s approach to funding, planning, and long-term management, ensuring a legacy beyond Richard III.
The Holker Group – Burlington Stone Visitor Attraction
We conducted a feasibility study for a major new visitor attraction showcasing the Burlington Stone business, a key component of the Holker Group.
Our work involved site assessments, financial modelling, and strategic planning to determine the viability of a unique visitor experience that would celebrate the heritage, craftsmanship, and industry of Burlington Stone.
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By evaluating visitor trends, commercial opportunities, and site potential, we developed a roadmap for a sustainable and engaging attraction. Our recommendations provided a clear path to creating a compelling visitor experience that aligns with both heritage tourism and the commercial objectives of the Holker Group.
The British Motor Museum
As part of a Knowledge Transfer Partnership (KTP), we worked alongside the British Motor Museum (formerly The Heritage Motor Centre) to develop a Transformational Experience-Based (TEM) learning program aimed at growing the education market. This included outreach, partnership development, and the integration of LEGO Serious Play, ensuring the museum could offer innovative, hands-on learning experiences.
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The project coincided with a major museum redevelopment, allowing us to shape new educational content within a freshly designed learning space. By enhancing education programming and audience engagement, we helped the museum strengthen its position as a leading heritage education provider.
The Museum of Carpet
Facing financial challenges, the Museum of Carpet required business planning and restructuring to achieve long-term sustainability. We led a comprehensive transformation program, which included marketing strategy development, fundraising, partnership building, and volunteer engagement to reposition the museum as a financially viable institution.
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A key focus was the commercialisation of the museum’s archive, unlocking new revenue streams while preserving its historic collections. Through careful change management and strategic growth initiatives, we ensured the museum not only survived but was set on a path toward long-term resilience and success.
St Ninian's Wellness
St Ninian’s is a major regeneration initiative in Scotland, transforming a former open-cast mining site with significant natural value and cultural heritage into a sustainable development. As part of this ambitious project, we conducted a comprehensive economic impact assessment, evaluating the potential effects of residential, commercial, and leisure uses on the local economy, environment, and community.
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Our analysis provided data-driven insights to support decision-making, ensuring that the development balanced economic growth, heritage conservation, and environmental sustainability. By assessing potential job creation, tourism impact, and long-term viability, we helped shape a strategy that maximises the site’s potential while respecting its historical and ecological significance.
St Edmund's & St Osmund's Churches
We worked with two historic churches in Derby—St Edmund’s and St Osmund’s—to develop commercially focused plans that balance heritage conservation with sustainable community use.
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At St Edmund’s Church, we led the development of a viable, income-generating scheme that included the construction of six homes and new Scout facilities, alongside an extended church hall and a new arts and community space. This approach ensured the church could continue to serve its congregation while unlocking new revenue streams and providing much-needed local amenities.
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For St Osmund’s Church, we developed a business plan to support a Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) bid, aiming to transform the church into a community and events venue. Our work included strategies to better utilise the surrounding estate, including cottages and gardens, to generate sustainable income while enhancing the church’s role as a cultural and social hub.
By combining sensitive heritage-led development with commercial foresight, we helped both churches create long-term, financially viable futures that serve both their congregations and the wider community.
Carnfield Hall
Carfield Hall, a small country house featured on Channel 4’s Country House Rescue, required a strategic events program, press launch, and activation plan to generate interest, increase visitor engagement, and create a sustainable model for future management.
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We developed a comprehensive annual events calendar, designed to enhance the property’s profile and attract new audiences. Our work included a high-impact press campaign, securing media coverage and positioning the site as a destination for heritage tourism and cultural events.
Through a range of activation activities, we laid the groundwork for future commercial opportunities, ensuring a viable future for the hall. While the property was ultimately sold, our work provided the foundation for its long-term management, helping to shape its current role as a heritage venue.
The Cold War Network
Starting as a small, grant-funded research project, the Cold War Network has grown into a nationally recognised CIC with over 250 members.
Our Managing Consultant is chair of the network, and we support the project through sponsorship of the website and marketing platforms. The network has expanded to deliver online events, in-person networking meetings, and collaborative projects, strengthening links between researchers, heritage organisations, and Cold War history enthusiasts.
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The introduction of the National Cold War Heritage Week has further solidified the network’s role in preserving and promoting Cold War history, fostering wider engagement and long-term sustainability
Elvaston Castle & Country Park
Our Managing Consultant has been Chair of The Elvaston Castle and Gardens Trust since 2017. Working in partnership with Derbyshire County Council, the Trust has played a key role in securing a sustainable future for Elvaston Castle and Gardens.
Work has encompassed masterplanning, funding strategies, and recruitment of both staff and volunteers to support long-term operations. Through targeted community engagement and partnership development, the Trust has successfully secured grant funding, strengthening the site's future while ensuring it remains a cherished local asset.
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This approach has focused on creating a balanced model of conservation, visitor engagement, and commercial sustainability. By developing strategic collaborations, enhancing public involvement, and securing essential investment, the charity is helping to shape a resilient, financially viable future for this historic estate.