Supporters

The Herefordshire Hoard was returned to the county through a public fundraising campaign led by the Herefordshire Museum Service Support Group (HMSSG). The campaign gained strong support from both local communities and national figures. Thanks to these efforts, the hoard will now be preserved and proudly displayed here in Herefordshire.

Thank You

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who contributed to the fundraising campaign. Your generosity has made it possible to preserve this invaluable piece of history for future generations to explore and appreciate.

Hereford Searchers Club

Parish History Group

Quotes from Key Supporters

Sir Tony Robinson:

"The hoard gives us solid evidence about a previously unrecognised alliance between Alfred and the King of Mercia. It’s of national importance."

Dr. Gareth Williams, British Museum:

"This hoard raises many questions... Herefordshire Museum is the obvious home for this discovery."

Edward Harley, OBE, Lord-Lieutenant of Herefordshire:

"The hoard is the most important archaeological find in the county in half a century. The beauty and rarity of the objects are culturally valuable, and the campaign to secure them for Herefordshire is a cause I fully support."

Thanks to the unwavering efforts of HMSSG and the generosity of the public, the hoard will now be available for all to experience and learn from.

Funders

We are also deeply grateful to the National Heritage Memorial Fund, Art Fund, Garfield Weston Foundation, LG Harris Trust, Goldsmiths Company Charity and the Headley Trust for their generous support in acquiring the Herefordshire Hoard. Thank you for helping safeguard this valuable piece of our heritage!

We would also like to acknowledge the Becket Bulmer Fund and the High Sheriff Fund for their valuable grant funding, which has made possible the Hoard education sessions.

Herefordshire Museum Service Support Group

Join HMSSG and become part of a passionate group supporting the work of Herefordshire Museum Service.

As a member, you’ll play a vital role in supporting projects like the Herefordshire Hoard. Your involvement makes a real difference—join us in safeguarding Herefordshire’s heritage!