Applications open for the Allen Grove Local History Fund 2025
Applications are now open for grants from the Society’s Allen Grove Local History Fund 2025.
Allen Grove 1910-1990
What IS Local History? It can be almost impossible to define!
It can involve a wide range of historical inquiry and investigation which encompasses local landscapes, oral traditions, written records, social and cultural practices, ephemera and objects. A typical project can involve virtually anything in a geographical area smaller than the country or countries as a whole.
The Allen Grove Local History Fund was established from a legacy made to the Kent Archaeological Society by the late Allen Grove (1910-1990), a former President.
The Society administers the Fund. Its objects are to promote research, preservation and enjoyment of local history in the ancient County of Kent[fn1].
Eligibility for Grants
Applications for a wide range of local history projects are welcomed and encouraged from individuals, groups or societies. In the case of applications from groups or societies, the Fund Secretary will communicate with the project leader named in the application.
The average grants recently awarded have been in the region of £500.
What is not eligible for a grant application?
Grants will NOT be made for excavation, fieldwork or works of fiction.
Submitting an application
Application forms can be downloaded from the Society website below or obtained from the Allen Grove Fund secretary (Allengroveadmin@kentarchaeology.org.uk). Please note that application forms will only be considered which have been signed and dated, confirming acceptance of the Terms and Conditions.
The window for submitting applications is 1 June to 30 September 2025. As soon as practicable after 30 September, the Trustees will meet to consider the applications received. Grants are made once a year.
We look forward to hearing from you!
[fn]1|The geographical area of Kent considered under the Fund is that of the ancient county of Kent. It includes Medway and extends to the London boroughs of Bexley, Bromley, Greenwich and Lewisham.[/fn]