Author: mdy-editor
University of Leeds receives funding to boost digital development in heritage organisations
The University of Leeds has been awarded funding by the National Lottery Heritage Fund to participate in the vital work of the Digital Skills for Heritage initiative, which aims to improve digital literacy and raise confidence in employees and volunteers across the UK heritage sector.
Covid 19 Updates 10th March – Budget 2021 and New Guidance on Ventilation of Indoor Spaces
A number of measures affecting museums were announced this week as part of the new 2021 budget.
New Ticketing Guide from Digital Culture Network and Arts Council England
Introduction to Ticketing for Museums and Galleries
This guide for museum and galleries looks to break down the key areas to consider when implementing a new ticketing operation and potential tools and
platforms that you can implement to reopen safely.
Covid 19 Updates – 24th February 2021
Roadmap out of Lockdown
The Prime Minister has presented the roadmap out of the current lockdown for England. This is a four step approach.
MDY Learning Cohorts for 2021-22 – Apply Now
In 2021-22 we are continuing with our successful programme of themed learning groups known as Cohorts. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with colleagues across the region to discuss, reflect, network and access high quality training for free! Feedback from museum participants consistently highlights the great benefits of being involved.
Covid 19 Updates – 26 January 2021
Closed Business Payments
The Closed Businesses Lockdown Payment (CBLP) supports businesses that have been required to close due to the national restrictions that began on 5 January 2021.
Eligible businesses may be entitled to a one-off cash grant of up to £9,000 from their local council.
Covid 19 Updates – 13th January 2021
Grants of up to £9,000 for businesses in the retail, hospitality, and leisure sectors
One-off top up grants are available to help businesses through to the Spring. The cash is provided on a per-property basis to support businesses through the latest restrictions, and is expected to benefit over 600,000 business properties, worth £4 billion in total across all nations of the UK.
Christmas Elevenses Recipes
Try making these historical Christmas recipes from museums collections all over Yorkshire. Sweet Sour Tart from The Cook’s and Confectioner’s Dictionary: Or, the Accomplish’d Housewife’s Companion by John Nott (1723). Gingerbread Biscuits – Ryedale Folk Museum from the Ryedale Recipes book. Moulded Gingerbreads – Ryedale Folk Museum from the Ryedale Recipes book. Christmas Relish (Piccalilli) – Dales Countryside […]
Covid 19 Updates – Guided Tours
The government has updated its guidance on guided tours at heritage sites
Indoor guided tours can go ahead in tier 1 provided it is possible to ensure that groups of more than six (or larger if they are from one household/support bubble) do not mingle with each other. Indoor guided tours can go ahead in tier 2 if it is possible to ensure that groups of single households/support bubbles do not mingle on a guided tour. In tier 3 indoor attractions are closed.
Covid 19 Updates – 1st December 2020
Local Restriction Tiers in Yorkshire
The local restriction tiers were announced on 26 November. You can check which areas are in which tiers on the Government’s website.