About

The Historic Towns and Villages Forum (HTVF) has over 30 years’ experience in promoting the prosperity and heritage of historic cities, towns and villages. Its work is rooted in the recognised value of heritage assets to social, economic and environmental well-being, and how to successfully manage change.

The HTVF is an independent membership organisation funded from events and membership fees, and sponsorships.

We are delighted that His Majesty The King is our Patron, and that the Herbert Lane Trust is one of our key supporters. The HTVF is based in Kellogg College, Oxford, the largest graduate college in Oxford University, and we share common values by creating and promoting opportunities for lifelong and flexible learning, and working with a wide range of people and their interests.

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Recent feedback from our events:

“It was a really excellent day, very interesting, with some great contributors.  Much food for thought…”

“The site tour was the icing on the cake. I am going to sign up for more seminars now. Also good value  for money compared to RTPI events.”

“I found your fantastic resources and website whilst researching how to create a Neighbourhood Plan…

“I very much appreciate the resources that you have on-line from previous seminars and have found the article about understanding High Street signature types very illuminating.”

“Thank you for all you do for the survival of Britain’s historic towns and villages.”

“Thank you for such an informative, inspiring and encouraging day yesterday. There was such a great variety of information and perspective to absorb and reflect upon, I speak for myself but doubtless also for my colleagues, that I left feeling buoyant and enthusiastic for what we might be able to achieve together.”