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Founded in 1878, the Derbyshire Archaeological Society encourages interest in the county's history and archaeology. The society publishes the annual Derbyshire Archaeological Journal and organises a programme of talks, lectures and visits throughout the year.

A comprehensive online resource containing hundreds of pages of local history, documenting important buildings and notable people from the Hinckley area. The site features an extensive timeline with links to further information.

The society campaigns for higher standards of planning, architecture and regeneration in Leicester, as well as the preservation, restoration and re-use of historic buildings across the city.

Established in 1855, the society's aims centre on promoting the study of history, archaeology, antiquities and architecture of Leicestershire and Rutland. With a membership of around 400, the society's annual publication reaches some 100 institutions worldwide.

Formerly the Leicestershire Museums Archaeological Fieldwork Group, the Fieldworkers have been conducting archaeological fieldwork across Leicester, Leicestershire and Rutland through local groups since 1976. The organisation helps establish and support local groups wishing to carry out fieldwalking or investigation projects.

The SLHA promotes interest in all aspects of Lincolnshire's heritage, arranging lectures and events, publishing journals and books, and supporting research and fieldwork across the historic county. The county's rich archaeological landscape, including its many deserted medieval village sites, provides a wealth of material for investigation.

The society exists to publish the records of the ancient county of Northamptonshire, including the former Soke of Peterborough, and to promote the study of the county's history through its publications and events programme.

Formed in 1953, the NLHA brings together people and organisations interested in all aspects of local history within the county. The association provides a network for sharing research, events and resources.

The county's principal historical and archaeological society, established in 1897 and named in honour of Dr Robert Thoroton, who published the first history of Nottinghamshire in 1677. The society promotes knowledge, understanding and appreciation of the county's history, archaeology and antiquities, while supporting local research and conservation.

Formed through the merger of the Rutland Record Society (1979) and the Rutland Local History Society (founded in the 1930s) in 1991. In 1993, the Rutland Field Research Group for Archaeology and History, founded in 1971, also joined. The combined society serves as the principal body for the study and promotion of Rutland's rich local history.