The historic environment contributes to quality of life. It has economic, social, educational, spiritual and amenity values.
Historic places give people a past and a future. They provide identity, atmosphere, interest and stories. Nine out of ten people think that their local area counts as much as ‘heritage’ features such as castles and stately homes.
Increase access for all to understand and enjoy the historic environment. Variety and diversity are among England's most positive attributes.
The majority of housing for the future is already in place. Older buildings are sustainable. Research shows that a Victorian terraced house is cheaper to maintain over the long-run than a house built in the 1980s.
Parks and gardens are a distinctive and valued part of our heritage. Local authorities are responsible for nearly all the public parks in our towns and cities, most of which have historic significance.
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