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Our Chartist Heritage / Newport Rising Newport Heritage + Destination Experience

Beneficiaries

  • The General Public / Mankind

    Residents, school pupils, families, community groups, businesses, and heritage visitors in Newport. Schools, community groups, general public, cultural/heritage sector

  • Number of beneficiaries - 3000

    Includes one-time and returning participants

PROJECT DESCRIPTION

An innovative community heritage project combining an interactive city-wide treasure hunt with guided Chartist trail tours for schools and community groups. The project will engage thousands in Newport’s rich history, drive footfall to the Newport Rising Hub and local landmarks, and support local creatives through inclusive, playful, and educational experiences.

BENEFICIARIES REACHED ANNUALLY

3000

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SIZE OF PROJECT PER ANNUM

£9,650.00

TIMELINE

Jul 2025 - Dec 2025

Project Outcome Targets

Thousands engage with Newport’s Chartist and other history through trails and puzzle solving

Increased footfall to the Newport Rising Hub and key heritage sites

Local creatives gain paid opportunities and experience in public engagement

Project Activities

  • Design and delivery of interactive treasure hunt across Newport

  • Guided Chartist trail tours for local schools and youth groups

  • Public promotion of Newport’s historical landmarks

  • Engagement with freelance creatives and education specialists

  • Monitoring visitor data and participant feedback

Resources Needed For The Project

Resource Description Quantity needed When needed How this donation supports the project (Enabling Actions or KPIs)
MONEY Design, delivery, materials, transport, marketing, prizes, and facilitation of trails and treasure hunt 31/07/2025 Enables creation, delivery & access to engaging heritage trails, puzzle content & school group participation
Project details
GEOGRAPHIC REACH

Wales: Newport

IMPACT REPORTING

Bi-annually

March 2021

SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT GOALS
UN SDG 4: Quality Education UN SDG 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities UN SDG 17: Partnerships to achieve the Goal
How we monitor the quality and results of our work

Surveys, digital engagement data, footfall tracking, and school feedback forms.

Frameworks

Support for initiatives focused on strengthening community networks

WHO IS ALREADY FUNDING THE PROJECT?

Postcode Community Trust

Previous support for heritage-based public engagement

National Lottery Heritage Fund

Supported Newport Rising heritage programmes
OTHER PARTNERS

Bethan James

Freelance partner co-delivering trail facilitation and engagement