County Durham residents are being asked to nominate their favourite 'unidentified treasures' across the county.
Durham County Council's Local List project aims to seek out local gems across the county that members of the public would like to see protected and celebrated.
These can be anything from buildings to structures; street furniture to landscapes; open spaces to street signs or even a shipwreck of local significance.
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The pilot scheme, which is funded by the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government, is seeking nominations from eight areas across the county: Durham City, Bishop Auckland, Sacriston, Sedgefield, Seaham, Shotley Bridge and Staindrop. Residents can also nominate items found along the Stockton and Darlington Railway line including those with Stockton and Darlington council areas as part of a partnership project with the Heritage Action Zone.
Successful nominations will be added to the council's local list to help protect them through the planning system.
Cllr Elizabeth Scott, Durham County Council's Cabinet member for economy and partnerships said: "As part of our bid to be named UK City of Culture 2025, we are determined to celebrate all aspects of our heritage and ensure they are protected for future generations to enjoy.
"I would encourage all residents in our pilot areas to nominate the items that matter to them. And, if the project proves successful, we will look to extend it across the county to create even more opportunities to celebrate our vibrant heritage."
Residents have until November 22 to nominate historic buildings and heritage items in the area. For more information on the project or to nominate a building, people can visit www.durham.gov.uk/localheritagelist
Last week, it was announced the County Durham had made the eight-place longlist for the City of Culture 2025, while a partnership which included Northumberland missed out.
