Included for decorative purposes, the cover of the report reads “Historic Environment Overview 2023-24. A report by the Historic Environment Forum – Heritage Counts”. Above the text is a photograph of a summer scene where people including family groups are sitting on grass enjoying entertainment displays in front of a large ochre-coloured historic building, set against blue skies with some light clouds.

Highlighting developments across England’s heritage sector in the last financial year, the Historic Environment Overview for 2023-24 was published in August 2024.

The report was produced by the Historic Environment Forum with support from Historic England.

It outlines significant achievements for the sector, showcasing collective efforts to preserve, celebrate, and adapt the historic environment for current and future generations.

Read the full report.