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We are the largest funder for the UK's heritage

Since 1994, we have awarded £9.5billion raised by National Lottery players and on behalf of the UK and devolved governments to more than 53,000 heritage projects across the UK.
Photo: York Minster.
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Heritage 2033

Our 10-year strategy sets out a vision for heritage that is valued, cared for and sustained for everyone, now and in the future. 
Photo: Galloway Glens © Duncan Ireland.
Explore our strategy
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Black History Month

Heritage has a crucial role to play in contributing to a flourishing, more equitable and inclusive society.
Photo: © James Pike / Royal Pavilion & Museums, Brighton & Hove.
Explore black heritage projects

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An aerial view of Derry/Londonderry showing the Peace Bridge and the River Foyle
Credit: Cinematic Sky.

Seven projects bringing city-wide heritage investment for Derry/Londonderry

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Hedge planting at Culgaith. Photo: Eden Rivers Trust.

Grantee Q&A: the value of collaboration and planning

The Flying Scotsman, a large dark green steam engine, pulls a heritage service through the countryside.
The Flying Scotsman, back in service. Credit: ARG_Flickr, via Creative Commons Attribution 2.0 Generic.

Railway 200: celebrating two centuries of remarkable heritage

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Funding

We fund projects that connect people to the UK’s heritage with grants from £10,000.

What we fund

Projects

Projects