
Protecting the heritage, character and community of Bibury.
Bibury Heritage is a resident-led charity working to safeguard the village’s historic beauty, support local life, and address the growing pressures facing our community. Our goal is simple: to ensure Bibury remains a living, thriving village for generations to come.


Charitable Status

Bibury Heritage is a recently formed charity pursuing registration as a Charitable Incorporated Organisation (CIO) with the Charity Commission. Accordingly our governing document is derived from the Commission’s foundation model.
Our charitable objectives are for the benefit of both the Bibury community and parish and the visiting public. They outline a clear, comprehensive vision for present and future generations of both villagers and visitors:
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To promote for the public benefit the conservation, protection and improvement of the physical and natural environment of the village of Bibury and its surrounding landscape in Gloucestershire, including the preservation of buildings, features, open spaces and areas of architectural, historical or environmental significance;
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To advance the education of the public in the history, heritage, architecture and environmental significance of Bibury and its surrounding area, including by promoting awareness and appreciation of the area’s historic environment and natural landscape;
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To promote sustainable tourism practices in Bibury in ways that support the conservation and protection of its architectural, historical and environmental heritage, including through education, research and public awareness;
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To promote high standards of conservation and environmental stewardship within Bibury, including through collaboration with local authorities, landowners, heritage organisations and community groups;
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To carry out such other exclusively charitable purposes for the public benefit as are incidental or conducive to the attainment of the above objects.