Directory
Culture Online
Government body which aims to use digital technologies to widen access to the resources of the arts and cultural sector, for the purposes of learning and enjoyment both at school and throughout life.
http://www.cultureonline.gov.uk
Department for Culture, Media and Sport
Established in July 1997. Responsible for arts, broadcasting, the press, museums and galleries, libraries, sport and recreation, historic buildings and ancient monuments, tourism the music industry, and the National Lottery.
http://www.culture.gov.uk
Historical Manuscripts Commission
The UK's central advisory body on archives and manuscripts. It maintains the National Register of Archives, ARCHON, and the Manorial Documents Register.
http://www.hmc.gov.uk
The British Council
Set up in 1934 to promote British culture abroad.
http://www.britcoun.org
The Design Council
Sponsors contributions to design practice that add value to the effectiveness of quality design.
http://www.design-council.org.uk
Visit Britain
The official site of the British Tourist Authority.
http://www.visitbritain.com