Heritage Advice

Looking for guidance on a project which may impact upon the historic environment?

We can help identify the constraints and opportunities of your site aiding you in incorporating archaeology and heritage into your design considerations.

Whether you are navigating pre-application stage, seeking to discharge archaeological or heritage conditions, or aiming to enhance public engagement, we offer tailored advice to suit your project needs, seamlessly integrating heritage considerations into your projects.

Documents we can provide:

  • Desk-based assessments

  • Heritage statements

  • Heritage impact assessments

  • Historic building appraisals

  • Historic building recording

  • Statement of significance

  • Settings assessment

Research and Publication

Are you seeking a historian to illuminate the past and provide invaluable insights? Our skilled historians are dedicated to delivering thorough research, nuanced analysis, and compelling narratives tailored to your specific needs. Whether you’re delving into local history, exploring personal genealogy, or conducting academic research trust our expertise to bring clarity and interest to your enquires.

We can research to a broad or specific brief to provide insightful and engaging content.


We can provide:

  • Content for guide books, magazines, factual history programmes, blogs or podcasts

  • Publications

  • Research papers

  • Family histories

  • House biographies

Artefact Illustration & Site Reconstruction

At Rhyd Heritage our creative studio can provide a range of high quality illustrative content from detailed artefact illustrations to immersive reconstruction drawings and models.

We combine the archaeological record with artistry to bring the past into vivid focus. Whether you need precise illustrations for publication or engaging reconstructions, our expertise ensures every piece is both informative and captivating.

Click here for examples of our artefact illustration.

Drawings we can provide:

  • Artefact illustration

  • 3D model

  • Site reconstruction

  • Building cutaway

  • Phased plan

  • Display & exhibition

  • Information panel

  • Curation

  • Web content

  • Social media post

Retrofitting

Retrofitting older and traditional buildings refers to the process of adding new technology or features to older systems, structures, or buildings to improve their functionality, efficiency or safety. In the context of buildings, this often involves upgrading existing structures to enhance energy efficiency, reduce environmental impact, or meet modern standards without completely rebuilding.

We provide comprehensive heritage impact assessments.

Documents we can provide:

  • Heritage statements

  • Heritage impact assessments

  • Historic building appraisals

  • Historic building recording

  • Statement of significance

  • Settings assessment

Guest Lecturing and Training

Our guest lecturing and training services focus on the historic environment, archaeology, and sustainability within the heritage sector.

Our sessions can be carried out in person or online and provide in-depth knowledge and practical skills, designed to inspire and educate professionals, students and enthusiasts alike.

Our engagement formats:

  • Formal lecture

  • Workshops

  • Collaborative training

  • Blended learning

  • Guided talks

  • Webinars

Outreach and Engagement

If you require visuals for public exhibitions, or a programme of community engagement, here at Rhyd Heritage we love to make archaeology and heritage accessible and engaging for all audiences.

In addition to curating in person events we also offer a web content and social media service.

We can tailor the approach of the engagement accordingly to the audience and outreach goals of the project.

Educational and community outreach & engagement formats:

  • Presentations

  • Workshops

  • Training sessions

  • Brochures

  • Events

  • Social media campaigns

  • Publication

Listed Building Homeowners

Our experienced team specialise in providing expert advice to homeowners seeking to update, renovate, or extend their cherished historic homes.

From understanding regulatory requirements to achieving appropriate design solutions, we guide you through every step of the process with precision and care, to help you create a home that meets your modern needs.

Documents and services we can provide:

  • Statement of significance

  • Heritage Statement

  • Heritage impact assessment

  • Historic building appraisal