HELM Training courses are free of charge (unless stated) and funded through the HELM training programme. Please read the section in the promotional leaflet detailing 'who should attend?' to see whether a course is appropriate for you.
 
If your job role is not in the target audience for the course you can still add your name to the waiting list, as last minute places may become available.
 
To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk. The Training Delivery Officer will then be in touch to let you know if places are still available.

English heritage are planning to hold NPPF Discussion Sessions

These free half day sessions  will provide an opportunity to discuss English Heritage's interpretation of the NPPF in order to promote understanding of NPPF, its implications for the management of heritage assets, and its use in plan and decision-making.  The session will explore the language and terminology used in NPPF and how this differs from the PPS5.  It will give delegates an opportunity to interact with a broad cross section of interests; the events are open to Local Planning Authority officers, planners, elected members, heritage professionals, consultants & developers, amenity groups and the voluntary sector. For further details on each course, click on the links below.

Please contact Sam Powell at train@english-heritage.org.uk to reserve your place.

29 May. Birmingham.

12 June. Nottingham.

19 June. Manchester.

25 June. Guildford.

27 June. Bristol.

May

23 May. The Setting of Heritage Assets. Leicester. This course will provide delegates with a good range of case studies, which will develop the information presented in the guidance. By working through examples we hope to help delegates improve their understanding of best practice when considering the setting of heritage assets. There will also be plenty of opportunity to share best practice with colleagues, discuss issues and network to develop a more consistent approach in considering setting issues and making judgments. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

June

14 June. Alliance to Reduce Crime Against Heritage Awareness - policing the past: protecting the future. Portsmouth. This day is aimed at local authority staff (such as archaeological and conservation officers), elected members of local authorities and parish councils, member organisations of Community Safety Partnerships, community groups and voluntary organisations working within the heritage sector and wanting to learn more about the Heritage Crime Programme and Alliance to Reduce Crime against Heritage (please forward all correspondance to train@english-heritage.org.uk ).

20 June. The Setting of Heritage Assets. East of England. This course will provide delegates with a good range of case studies, which will develop the information presented in the guidance. By working through examples we hope to help delegates improve their understanding of best practice when considering the setting of heritage assets. There will also be plenty of opportunity to share best practice with colleagues, discuss issues and network to develop a more consistent approach in considering setting issues and making judgments. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

July

05 July. The Setting of Heritage Assets. North East. This course will provide delegates with a good range of case studies, which will develop the information presented in the guidance. By working through examples we hope to help delegates improve their understanding of best practice when considering the setting of heritage assets. There will also be plenty of opportunity to share best practice with colleagues, discuss issues and network to develop a more consistent approach in considering setting issues and making judgments. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

11 July. Developing a Local List for Local Authorities.  Northampton. This event introduces the EH guidance on developing a local list, providing practical support and examples of good practice for any local authorities seeking to implement or improve a local list. The course is aimed at Conservation and HER officers who compile local lists and planning officers and elected members who will use evidence from local lists in decision making. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

17 July. The Setting of Heritage Assets. South West. This course will provide delegates with a good range of case studies, which will develop the information presented in the guidance. By working through examples we hope to help delegates improve their understanding of best practice when considering the setting of heritage assets. There will also be plenty of opportunity to share best practice with colleagues, discuss issues and network to develop a more consistent approach in considering setting issues and making judgments. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

19 July. Developing a Local List for Local Authorities.  Chester. This event introduces the EH guidance on developing a local list, providing practical support and examples of good practice for any local authorities seeking to implement or improve a local list. The course is aimed at Conservation and HER officers who compile local lists and planning officers and elected members who will use evidence from local lists in decision making. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

September

05 September. Exploring Constructive Conservation - Heritage Values. Worcester. This course provides an introduction to heritage values and how to use them. Whether attendees are new to heritage values or looking to hone their skills, the course will equip them with practical tips and the confidence to make better use of this powerful part of the conservation tool-kit. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

13 September. Alliance to Reduce Crime Against Heritage Awareness - policing the past: protecting the future. Cambridge. This day is aimed at local authority staff (such as archaeological and conservation officers), elected members of local authorities and parish councils, member organisations of Community Safety Partnerships, community groups and voluntary organisations working within the heritage sector and wanting to learn more about the Heritage Crime Programme and Alliance to Reduce Crime against Heritage (please forward all correspondance to train@english-heritage.org.uk ).

20 September. Exploring Constructive Conservation - Heritage Values. Middlesbrough. This course provides an introduction to heritage values and how to use them. Whether attendees are new to heritage values or looking to hone their skills, the course will equip them with practical tips and the confidence to make better use of this powerful part of the conservation tool-kit. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

27 September. Alliance to Reduce Crime Against Heritage Awareness - policing the past: protecting the future. Sheffield. This day is aimed at local authority staff (such as archaeological and conservation officers), elected members of local authorities and parish councils, member organisations of Community Safety Partnerships, community groups and voluntary organisations working within the heritage sector and wanting to learn more about the Heritage Crime Programme and Alliance to Reduce Crime against Heritage (please forward all correspondance to train@english-heritage.org.uk).

October

03 October. Exploring Constructive Conservation - Heritage Values. Blackpool. This course provides an introduction to heritage values and how to use them. Whether attendees are new to heritage values or looking to hone their skills, the course will equip them with practical tips and the confidence to make better use of this powerful part of the conservation tool-kit.To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

10 October. Stopping the Rot. Wolverhampton.

11 October. Alliance to Reduce Crime Against Heritage Awareness - policing the past: protecting the future. London. This day is aimed at local authority staff (such as archaeological and conservation officers), elected members of local authorities and parish councils, member organisations of Community Safety Partnerships, community groups and voluntary organisations working within the heritage sector and wanting to learn more about the Heritage Crime Programme and Alliance to Reduce Crime against Heritage (please forward all correspondance to train@english-heritage.org.uk ).

17 October. Stopping the Rot. Hartlepool.

25 October. Stopping the Rot. East Midlands.

November

15 November.  Developing and Managing your Heritage Partnership Agreement.  London. This course aims to bring together Local Authorities, owners and stakeholders. We invite people to come along to the course with an historic asset in mind for a HPA and to bring the partners they will be working with. This allows delegates to focus specifically on the challenges they face and receive support from those who have experienced developing HPAs. To book your place please complete and return the blank booking form (available here) to HELMbookings@english-heritage.org.uk.

21 November. Marine Planning. South East.

29 November. Green Deal. East of England.

December

6 December. Green Deal. Plymouth.