Habitats & Heritage Awarded £249k by The National Lottery Heritage Fund for the Sir Joseph Bazalgette & the Great Stink of London Project
Habitats & Heritage is thrilled to announce that it has been awarded £249k by The National Lottery Heritage Fund for the innovative project, Sir Joseph Bazalgette & the Great Stink of London. The project aims to conserve the mausoleum of the Bazalgette family in St. Mary’s Church, Wimbledon whilst exploring the history of Sir Joseph’s life and works which continue to have a significant impact on our lives today.
The Bazalgette Mausoleum, a Grade II listed structure, has graced the grounds of St. Mary’s Church since the late 19th century but the internal vaulting has suffered partial collapse. With the support of The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Habitats & Heritage will restore the Portland stone tomb and provide access.
Accompanying the project is a dynamic education and outreach programme that will delve into the life and achievements of Sir Joseph Bazalgette, particularly his monumental work on London’s sewer system that helped eradicate cholera and improve public health. The programme will also highlight the history of London’s water system, its ongoing significance, and the pressing environmental concerns related to water management and conservation.
Habitats & Heritage aims to engage new and diverse audiences with heritage, encouraging them to critically examine historical narratives, celebrate the discovery of new stories, and foster a deeper understanding of the importance of water and environmental stewardship.
Habitats & Heritage is deeply grateful for the financial support of The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Historic England and the Rochester Bridge Trust which helps ensure that this valuable piece of southwest London heritage is celebrated and preserved for future generations. We also extend our thanks to all the individuals and organisations that have supported the project from its inception, including Historic England who support Habitats & Heritage through a Capacity Building Grant.
For more information about the project and to make a donation, please visit Bazalgette Mausoleum Project – Habitats & Heritage
Image used:
Bazalgette’s Mausoleum, Wimbledon by Derek Harper
CC BY-SA 2.0
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