David B Crump (Crumpy to my friends)
@davidbcrump.bsky.social
Historic building human butress, heritage surveyor, writer, actor, panto dame, singer, guitarist, comedy historian, music hall fan, biographer of comedy legend Fred Karno. Say hello - it's all new to me!
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It’s #GivingTuesday!
For nearly 50 years now, we have provided advice and funding to projects across the UK to restore, adapt, and reuse historic buildings for community purposes.
By supporting us today, you can help us continue this work in the future. 👇
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
For nearly 50 years now, we have provided advice and funding to projects across the UK to restore, adapt, and reuse historic buildings for community purposes.
By supporting us today, you can help us continue this work in the future. 👇
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
December 2, 2025 at 12:05 PM
It’s #GivingTuesday!
For nearly 50 years now, we have provided advice and funding to projects across the UK to restore, adapt, and reuse historic buildings for community purposes.
By supporting us today, you can help us continue this work in the future. 👇
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
For nearly 50 years now, we have provided advice and funding to projects across the UK to restore, adapt, and reuse historic buildings for community purposes.
By supporting us today, you can help us continue this work in the future. 👇
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
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This poem is dedicated to anyone making a start on their advent calendar today.
December 1, 2025 at 8:05 AM
This poem is dedicated to anyone making a start on their advent calendar today.
On this day in 1913 Charlie Chaplin gave his last stage performance as part of the Fred Karno company. He had been touring the U.S. with a troop which included Stan Laurel. He never looked back. #thelegendbehindthelaughter #fredkarno #charliechaplin
November 29, 2025 at 4:39 PM
On this day in 1913 Charlie Chaplin gave his last stage performance as part of the Fred Karno company. He had been touring the U.S. with a troop which included Stan Laurel. He never looked back. #thelegendbehindthelaughter #fredkarno #charliechaplin
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Net migration fell sharply agaim to 204,000 in the year to June 2025, having been 344k in 2024 and 848k in 2023. But falling immigration has been the biggest secret - and it is time for the media and political debate to catch up with this change
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cn...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cn...
UK net migration fell to 204,000 in year to June - live updates
Net migration, the difference between those entering and leaving the country, was 345,000 in 2024 according to revised figures.
www.bbc.co.uk
November 27, 2025 at 9:36 AM
Net migration fell sharply agaim to 204,000 in the year to June 2025, having been 344k in 2024 and 848k in 2023. But falling immigration has been the biggest secret - and it is time for the media and political debate to catch up with this change
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cn...
www.bbc.co.uk/news/live/cn...
So much good stuff going on in Burslem and @greenwoodprojects.bsky.social are delighted to be part of it.
What an exceptional two days exploring the future of heritage and regeneration in Stoke-on-Trent with #HeritageDevelopmentTrusts from around the UK. We extend our gratitude to every delegate who joined us at Jubilee Hall, Hanley, Burslem, and the incredible @middleportpottery.bsky.social. (1/6) 👇
November 27, 2025 at 1:04 PM
So much good stuff going on in Burslem and @greenwoodprojects.bsky.social are delighted to be part of it.
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A 67-year-old, who’s struggling so needs to get a part-time job, and wants to know if she’ll pay tax, even though her State Pension is under £12,000 a year?
For more watch The Martin Lewis Money Show on www.itv.com/watch/the-ma...
For more watch The Martin Lewis Money Show on www.itv.com/watch/the-ma...
November 24, 2025 at 9:07 AM
A 67-year-old, who’s struggling so needs to get a part-time job, and wants to know if she’ll pay tax, even though her State Pension is under £12,000 a year?
For more watch The Martin Lewis Money Show on www.itv.com/watch/the-ma...
For more watch The Martin Lewis Money Show on www.itv.com/watch/the-ma...
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#GivingTuesday is in 2 weeks!
Your support enables us to help communities across the UK find enterprising ways to revitalise the old buildings they love, just like The Ladder, Redruth. 👇
On 2 Dec, consider donating to help us continue this important work in the future.
ahfund.org.uk/support-us-1/
Your support enables us to help communities across the UK find enterprising ways to revitalise the old buildings they love, just like The Ladder, Redruth. 👇
On 2 Dec, consider donating to help us continue this important work in the future.
ahfund.org.uk/support-us-1/
November 18, 2025 at 12:36 PM
#GivingTuesday is in 2 weeks!
Your support enables us to help communities across the UK find enterprising ways to revitalise the old buildings they love, just like The Ladder, Redruth. 👇
On 2 Dec, consider donating to help us continue this important work in the future.
ahfund.org.uk/support-us-1/
Your support enables us to help communities across the UK find enterprising ways to revitalise the old buildings they love, just like The Ladder, Redruth. 👇
On 2 Dec, consider donating to help us continue this important work in the future.
ahfund.org.uk/support-us-1/
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Going out on a limb here, but if Tommy Robinson is tweeting praising your new immigration policy YOU MIGHT HAVE LOST YOUR MIND, MORAL COMPASS AND REASON TO EXIST Labour
November 17, 2025 at 9:12 AM
Going out on a limb here, but if Tommy Robinson is tweeting praising your new immigration policy YOU MIGHT HAVE LOST YOUR MIND, MORAL COMPASS AND REASON TO EXIST Labour
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Defend the BBC before it’s gone – an open letter
The BBC isn’t perfect – but it’s ours. If we don’t defend it now, we may lose a cornerstone of British democracy
By Dr Russell Jackson
@docrussjackson.bsky.social @bylinetimes.bsky.social
The BBC isn’t perfect – but it’s ours. If we don’t defend it now, we may lose a cornerstone of British democracy
By Dr Russell Jackson
@docrussjackson.bsky.social @bylinetimes.bsky.social
Defend the BBC before it’s gone – an open letter
The BBC isn’t perfect – but it’s ours. If we don’t defend it now, we may lose a cornerstone of British democracy
yorkshirebylines.co.uk
November 12, 2025 at 2:59 PM
Defend the BBC before it’s gone – an open letter
The BBC isn’t perfect – but it’s ours. If we don’t defend it now, we may lose a cornerstone of British democracy
By Dr Russell Jackson
@docrussjackson.bsky.social @bylinetimes.bsky.social
The BBC isn’t perfect – but it’s ours. If we don’t defend it now, we may lose a cornerstone of British democracy
By Dr Russell Jackson
@docrussjackson.bsky.social @bylinetimes.bsky.social
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We recently visited #AHFsupported Craven Arts House to see their collaborative exhibition with Skipton Civic Society. The building is looking wonderful after its transformation from a disused Victorian school building into a flagship community arts facility for Craven’s artists and young people.
November 12, 2025 at 9:43 AM
We recently visited #AHFsupported Craven Arts House to see their collaborative exhibition with Skipton Civic Society. The building is looking wonderful after its transformation from a disused Victorian school building into a flagship community arts facility for Craven’s artists and young people.
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Save the date for #GivingTuesday!
Want to support our work helping communities across the UK to breathe new life into historic buildings? On 2nd December, consider making a donation to the AHF.
You can also become a Friend and help all our work carry into the future. ⬇️
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
Want to support our work helping communities across the UK to breathe new life into historic buildings? On 2nd December, consider making a donation to the AHF.
You can also become a Friend and help all our work carry into the future. ⬇️
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
November 11, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Save the date for #GivingTuesday!
Want to support our work helping communities across the UK to breathe new life into historic buildings? On 2nd December, consider making a donation to the AHF.
You can also become a Friend and help all our work carry into the future. ⬇️
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
Want to support our work helping communities across the UK to breathe new life into historic buildings? On 2nd December, consider making a donation to the AHF.
You can also become a Friend and help all our work carry into the future. ⬇️
ahfund.org.uk/support-us/
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🚨 New funding for a project to restore and conserve Hynish Shore Station!
We have awarded a #HESsupported Project Development Grant to the Hynish Trust to support an initial phase of this project, which will include the renovation of the Signal Tower.
Learn more:
👉 bit.ly/43Y5L83
We have awarded a #HESsupported Project Development Grant to the Hynish Trust to support an initial phase of this project, which will include the renovation of the Signal Tower.
Learn more:
👉 bit.ly/43Y5L83
November 11, 2025 at 12:49 PM
🚨 New funding for a project to restore and conserve Hynish Shore Station!
We have awarded a #HESsupported Project Development Grant to the Hynish Trust to support an initial phase of this project, which will include the renovation of the Signal Tower.
Learn more:
👉 bit.ly/43Y5L83
We have awarded a #HESsupported Project Development Grant to the Hynish Trust to support an initial phase of this project, which will include the renovation of the Signal Tower.
Learn more:
👉 bit.ly/43Y5L83
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Come and see the Society at stand E40 at the Historic Buildings Parks & Gardens Event on Tue 11th Nov 2025 from 0900 hrs. Entrance to the event is free for people in the heritage sector + owners of historic properties too. Register on the day QEII Centre, Westminster, London SW1P 3EE
See you there!
See you there!
November 7, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Come and see the Society at stand E40 at the Historic Buildings Parks & Gardens Event on Tue 11th Nov 2025 from 0900 hrs. Entrance to the event is free for people in the heritage sector + owners of historic properties too. Register on the day QEII Centre, Westminster, London SW1P 3EE
See you there!
See you there!
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📣 There's a new petition to Stop the Closure of Walsall Leather Museum. The building is the last example there of an early Victorian leatherworks in situ. The leather-working process is showcased, it's a much-loved local attraction. The Council has announced it will close in 2026.
c.org/PKm6B7svFN
c.org/PKm6B7svFN
November 6, 2025 at 5:47 PM
📣 There's a new petition to Stop the Closure of Walsall Leather Museum. The building is the last example there of an early Victorian leatherworks in situ. The leather-working process is showcased, it's a much-loved local attraction. The Council has announced it will close in 2026.
c.org/PKm6B7svFN
c.org/PKm6B7svFN
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🎆Victory for St George’s Hall, Deal! 🎆
We’re delighted to share that St George’s Hall in Deal has been saved from demolition.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of local residents, the Deal Society, Deal Town Council and the Vic Soc, councillors on Dover District Council have refused plans. 🧵
We’re delighted to share that St George’s Hall in Deal has been saved from demolition.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of local residents, the Deal Society, Deal Town Council and the Vic Soc, councillors on Dover District Council have refused plans. 🧵
November 4, 2025 at 2:20 PM
🎆Victory for St George’s Hall, Deal! 🎆
We’re delighted to share that St George’s Hall in Deal has been saved from demolition.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of local residents, the Deal Society, Deal Town Council and the Vic Soc, councillors on Dover District Council have refused plans. 🧵
We’re delighted to share that St George’s Hall in Deal has been saved from demolition.
Thanks to the tireless efforts of local residents, the Deal Society, Deal Town Council and the Vic Soc, councillors on Dover District Council have refused plans. 🧵
There's a special place in hell for those who post Traitors spoilers.
October 31, 2025 at 12:18 PM
There's a special place in hell for those who post Traitors spoilers.
@greenwoodprojects.bsky.social were very proud to have led the professional team on this lovely project.
A day well spent in Stoke-on-Trent!
Last week, our Investment Team visited @middleportpottery.bsky.social and were particularly excited to look around Harper Street - a project that we have supported with both loan investment and development grant funding. (1/5)
Last week, our Investment Team visited @middleportpottery.bsky.social and were particularly excited to look around Harper Street - a project that we have supported with both loan investment and development grant funding. (1/5)
October 31, 2025 at 8:15 AM
@greenwoodprojects.bsky.social were very proud to have led the professional team on this lovely project.
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These heritage buildings are being affected by the heritage skills crisis in local government. These two buildings are just the tip of the iceberg - this is just Birmingham alone. It is especially marked where it comes to conservation officers 🧵
Handsworth Park Lodge & clock tower. Photo Tim Bridges
Handsworth Park Lodge & clock tower. Photo Tim Bridges
October 31, 2025 at 12:01 AM
These heritage buildings are being affected by the heritage skills crisis in local government. These two buildings are just the tip of the iceberg - this is just Birmingham alone. It is especially marked where it comes to conservation officers 🧵
Handsworth Park Lodge & clock tower. Photo Tim Bridges
Handsworth Park Lodge & clock tower. Photo Tim Bridges
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Have you noticed an abandoned or derelict Victorian building near you? 📩 media@victoriansociety.org.uk for a chance for it to be featured in our Top 10 Endangered Buildings list 2026.
🏘️ 🏭⛪ in England & Wales only, built between 1837 - 1914. More here: bit.ly/4hybqrc
#heritage #endangeredbuildings
🏘️ 🏭⛪ in England & Wales only, built between 1837 - 1914. More here: bit.ly/4hybqrc
#heritage #endangeredbuildings
October 27, 2025 at 11:36 AM
Have you noticed an abandoned or derelict Victorian building near you? 📩 media@victoriansociety.org.uk for a chance for it to be featured in our Top 10 Endangered Buildings list 2026.
🏘️ 🏭⛪ in England & Wales only, built between 1837 - 1914. More here: bit.ly/4hybqrc
#heritage #endangeredbuildings
🏘️ 🏭⛪ in England & Wales only, built between 1837 - 1914. More here: bit.ly/4hybqrc
#heritage #endangeredbuildings
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Calling all charity & social enterprise leaders, chairs & trustees in Scotland!
Meet funders, find new resources, and connect with your peers at this upcoming event.
Our Development Manager for Scotland, @gordonbarr.scot, will be attending. Will you be joining?
More details below. 👇
Meet funders, find new resources, and connect with your peers at this upcoming event.
Our Development Manager for Scotland, @gordonbarr.scot, will be attending. Will you be joining?
More details below. 👇
🎨 Funding Socials: Arts, Culture & Heritage Edition
📍 Dundee Contemporary Arts Centre
📅 5 Nov | 🕙 10:00–13:30
A must-attend event for arts, culture and heritage organisations. Hear from funders, connect with peers, and get inspired to grow your impact.
🔗 Register now -
📍 Dundee Contemporary Arts Centre
📅 5 Nov | 🕙 10:00–13:30
A must-attend event for arts, culture and heritage organisations. Hear from funders, connect with peers, and get inspired to grow your impact.
🔗 Register now -
Funding Socials: Arts, Culture & Heritage Edition
Funding Socials is an inspiring in-person event series designed for charity and social enterprise leaders looking for fresh ideas and connections to help boost income generation.
buff.ly
October 23, 2025 at 11:12 AM
Calling all charity & social enterprise leaders, chairs & trustees in Scotland!
Meet funders, find new resources, and connect with your peers at this upcoming event.
Our Development Manager for Scotland, @gordonbarr.scot, will be attending. Will you be joining?
More details below. 👇
Meet funders, find new resources, and connect with your peers at this upcoming event.
Our Development Manager for Scotland, @gordonbarr.scot, will be attending. Will you be joining?
More details below. 👇
If all you see is bad jokes and pantomime dresses you might like it's Dame-scrolling.
If all you see are mid 19th century historical romances by R. D. Blackmore then it's Doone-scrolling
If all you see is bitterns in breeding season, it’s boomscrolling.
October 22, 2025 at 8:39 AM
If all you see is bad jokes and pantomime dresses you might like it's Dame-scrolling.
Proud to consider myself a Brummie
I try not to do politics on here, but this absolutely needs sharing ❤️
British.
October 17, 2025 at 7:02 AM
Proud to consider myself a Brummie
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Did you know that alongside grants and loans, we provide advice and support to help communities across the UK find sustainable new uses for much-loved historic buildings?
To find out how we can help you, take a look at our website and get in touch:
👉 ahfund.org.uk
To find out how we can help you, take a look at our website and get in touch:
👉 ahfund.org.uk
October 8, 2025 at 11:28 AM
Did you know that alongside grants and loans, we provide advice and support to help communities across the UK find sustainable new uses for much-loved historic buildings?
To find out how we can help you, take a look at our website and get in touch:
👉 ahfund.org.uk
To find out how we can help you, take a look at our website and get in touch:
👉 ahfund.org.uk
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Come and join us as the Society's Administrator as we campaign for Victorian and Edwardian built heritage.
The Administrator plays a central role for the Society in supporting all aspects of this work, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Read more: bit.ly/4mJudAF
#hiring
The Administrator plays a central role for the Society in supporting all aspects of this work, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Read more: bit.ly/4mJudAF
#hiring
October 6, 2025 at 10:24 AM
Come and join us as the Society's Administrator as we campaign for Victorian and Edwardian built heritage.
The Administrator plays a central role for the Society in supporting all aspects of this work, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Read more: bit.ly/4mJudAF
#hiring
The Administrator plays a central role for the Society in supporting all aspects of this work, ensuring the smooth day-to-day running of the office.
Read more: bit.ly/4mJudAF
#hiring
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Here’s another poem for National Poetry Day. This one is called ‘A Brief History of Modern Art in Poetry’.
October 2, 2025 at 11:31 AM
Here’s another poem for National Poetry Day. This one is called ‘A Brief History of Modern Art in Poetry’.