Join a free, youth-led programme where you’ll explore Aston-Mansfield’s historic archive and bring its stories to life through your own creative lens.

Conduct Archival Research

Learn how to conduct archival research and reinterpret heritage with your own voice.

Receive Training

Receive training in project management, digitisation and budgeting to create your own project — in any medium you choose (film, photography, zine, performance, podcast, etc.).

Attend Arts and Culture Trips

Take part in arts and culture trips to galleries, museums, archives, and unexpected places that challenge how we see heritage — from exhibitions to immersive experiences like the London Dungeons.

Enjoy a Residential Trip

Enjoy a residential trip to Lambourne End Outdoor Activities Centre, one of Aston-Mansfield’s very own heritage sites.

Gain Hands-on Experience

Connect with like-minded young creatives, build your portfolio, and gain hands-on experience that looks great on your CV or UCAS application.

Who is it for?

Young people aged 16–21 interested in heritage, art, or storytelling.

No experience needed! Just curiosity and creativity.

Get in Touch

For more information, please contact:

shanaz.begum@aston-mansfield.org.uk

New Voices for Old Stories is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund

New Voices for Old Stories – Year One

This is the second year we are running the New Voices for Old Stories project. 

You can check out all the things we got up to last year, including five exciting projects here: https://www.aston-mansfield.org.uk/new-voices-for-old-stories/