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HVG publishes its 2025–26 Annual Report

Our latest Annual Report highlights a landmark year for the Heritage Volunteering Group and our growing support for volunteer leaders across the heritage sector.

During 2025–26, our membership grew by 29% to 934, 404 people joined our events, and a record 218 delegates attended our annual conference. We also expanded our partnerships and became a registered charity.

Discover what we achieved together and how we are helping heritage organisations unlock the transformative power of volunteering.

Read the 2025–26 Annual Report

 

Nominations Open for our Volunteer Leader of the Year Award

Nominations are open for our Volunteer Leader of the Year Award 2026, proudly supported by TeamKinetic.

The award celebrates paid and unpaid Volunteer Coordinators, Supervisors and Managers who have made a lasting difference to their volunteers, organisation or community.

The winner will receive a £100 gift card and a consultation with Rob Jackson. Get help with your application here.

Nominate online by 31 August using our online nomination form or download a copy and send to heritagevolunteeringgroup@gmail.com.

 

Tickets on Sale for Our Annual Conference

Join 200+ volunteer leaders like yourself online, on 24–25 November, for our annual volunteer management conference. 

Hear from inspiring keynote speakers, choose from 12 interactive workshops and explore the future of heritage volunteering through our sector panel. You’ll gain practical ideas, make new connections and celebrate outstanding leadership at the Volunteer Leader of the Year Award.

Grab your ticket today for just £30