London and South

Saltdean Lido with a lifeguard sitting in front observing the outdoor pool

Saltdean Lido. Credit: Xavier Buendia.

Since 1994 we have awarded £3.6bn of National Lottery and other funding to 16,300 projects in London and South.

From the bustling streets of the UK's historic capital to the idyllic coves of Cornwall and the cultural history of Kent, London & South is rich in heritage.

We’re proud to play a role in protecting and celebrating the region's vibrant cities, beautiful landscapes, historic sites and diverse cultures. It’s part of our vision for heritage to be valued, cared for and sustained for everyone, now and in the future.

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Take a look below at project case studies and latest news from your area.

Our National Lottery Heritage Grants funding programme is open – if you have an idea for a project in London & South, we would love to hear from you. Grants are available from £10,000 up to £10m.

Find out more and explore available funding.

Watch our video to help you apply for a £10,000–£250,000 grant

Our regular funding advice sessions are a great opportunity to:

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get tips on how to make a good application
network with other organisations from your area

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Thinking about applying to us for a grant of up to £250,000? Submit a Project Enquiry to get feedback on your project idea before making a full application. We'll get back to you within 10 working days.

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Contact details

Email: londonandsouth@heritagefund.org.uk

Telephone: 0330 236 6485 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)

London and South East

Postal address:

4th Floor
Cannon Bridge House
25 Dowgate Hill
London, EC4R 2YA

South West

Postal address:

Broadwalk House
Southernhay West
Exeter, EX1 1TS

Community exploring the River Roding at Wanstead Park, Redbridge.

Local people explore the River Roding at Wanstead Park, Redbridge. Photo: Thames21.

Projects

Supporting nature’s recovery on the River Roding

23/10/2025

The Roding Rises is a transformative project that will celebrate London’s third longest river and kick start its restoration.

05/12/2023

Hundreds of people are gathered, enjoying the sunshine, around a historic ship in dry dock on the Belfast quayside.

Celebrating the Belfast Maritime Festival on the banks of the River Lagan. Photo: Maritime Belfast Trust.

News

Six areas, towns and cities across the UK to benefit from long-term investment

We’re delighted to announce funding for these new Heritage Places, the next chapter of a 10-year journey to help places thrive by connecting communities to the heritage on their doorstep.

15/10/2025

A group of people standing on the deck of a small wooden boat

Welcoming people aboard the Hastings fishing fleet. Credit: Euan Baker.

Stories

Community collaboration is helping keep Hastings’ fishing heritage alive

Hastings Fishermen’s Protection Society and Hastings Contemporary art gallery have teamed up to preserve and celebrate local stories, skills and practices.

The sun setting over The Royal Observatory

The Royal Observatory. Credit: Chris Gorman / The Big Ladder.

News

We’ve awarded The Royal Observatory Greenwich £9.7million to inspire more awe and wonder

Our funding will help protect the heritage of one of the world’s most important historic scientific institutions and encourage a new generation of scientists.

08/10/2025

People taking part in an audio heritage tour in Brighton

Audio heritage tour in Brighton. Credit: Kaleidoshoots / Marlborough Productions.

Projects

Queer Heritage South: Live Archive Brighton & Hove

25/09/2025

The project will build a digital archive and bring to life stories from the LGBTQ+ community.

05/12/2023

Newton Abbot Museum visualisation of new store

Visualisation of the new store at Newton Abbot Museum. Credit: Newton Abbot Museum

Projects

What's in Store? Opening up Newton Abbot Museum's collection

03/10/2025

Our support will help create a new accessible collections store, marking an exciting new chapter for Newton Abbot’s museum.

12/03/2024

Self portrait by William Dobson, c. 1635-1640

William Dobson, Self-Portrait c. 1635-40. Image courtesy of Tate and the National Portrait Gallery.

Blogs

How our new acquisitions approach is saving exceptional heritage at risk

Vanessa Wells, who leads on our acquisition projects, explores the earliest known work of William Dobson, one of Britain’s first great portrait painters.

19/09/2025

The whole of Birnbeck Pier in a state of disrepair.

Birnbeck is one of only six Grade II* listed piers in England. Credit: Chris Gorman/Big Ladder.

News

A further £5.54million to save Birnbeck Pier

Our additional investment acknowledges the unique challenge and urgent need to protect this landmark for future generations.

16/09/2025

SS Great Britain sits in dock on Bristol waterfront, on a bright and sunny day.

SS Great Britain has found a permanent and popular home in Bristol.

Projects

Bristol communities to tell the global story of SS Great Britain

22/08/2025

The original research and ideas of local people will transform how Brunel’s world-changing vessel is shared with the public.

02/04/2025

Image of child with headphones on head wearing yellow waterproofs

Child exploring outdoor space at Saltram, Devon. © National Trust Images / Annapurna Mellor.

Projects

Future Saltram: Access to Nature and Heritage

29/07/2025

This ambitious project will transform access to green space and heritage for Plymouth.

14/03/2023

A black and white photograph showing RAF staff celebrating in an office, throwing their arms and papers in the air.

Orderly room staff at RAF Andover celebrate victory in Europe, May 1945. Credit: RAF Museum Collection.

News

Royal Air Force and Royal Marines heritage to benefit from £13.7million investment

On the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, we’re celebrating two grants that will transform how these nationally important military history collections are shared with future generations.

08/05/2025

Publications

England, London & South: committee decisions September 2025

Schedule of decisions for The National Lottery Heritage Fund Committee for England, London & South meeting on 18 September 2025.

A large group on stage with a person reading from a sheet of paper in the foreground

H.A.I.R (Heritage Attitude Identity Respect). Credit: Leyla Webbe.

Stories

How black history is equipping young people with skills for future success

Meet two projects supporting young people to kickstart their careers, connect with their communities and take pride in their heritage.

Publications

England, London & South: delegated decisions September 2025

Schedule of decisions under delegated powers for England, London & South at The National Lottery Heritage Fund on 10 September 2025.

Publications

England, London & South: committee decisions June 2025

Schedule of decisions for The National Lottery Heritage Fund Committee for England, London & South meeting on 12 June 2025.

Publications

England, London & South: delegated decisions August 2025

Schedule of decisions under delegated powers for England, London & South at The National Lottery Heritage Fund in August 2025.

Publications

England, London & South: delegated decisions July 2025

Schedule of decisions under delegated powers for England, London & South at The National Lottery Heritage Fund on 2 July 2025.

Architectural drawing of a stone and timber clad building showing how the historic stableblock will look when developed into The Gardeners' House

Architectural drawing of The Gardeners' House. Credit: The Gardeners' House.

Projects

The Gardeners' House: connecting people with nature

A new green community heritage hub has opened in Penzance, housing 200 years of Cornwall’s natural heritage and a sensory garden.

30/11/2021

Two south asian people stand next to a banner with text: Club Kali Where East Meets West made possible with Heritage Fund

In-person and online activities will bring people together to share memories of the club’s past. Photo: Club Kali Network.

Projects

Where East meets West: Celebrating South-Asian LGBTQ+ Heritage through Club Kali Network

We’re helping the UK’s first safe space for LGBTQ+ people of South Asian heritage to preserve and showcase their history dating back to 1995.

08/05/2024

The view from Hall Ings to Norfolk Gardens.

Bradford's project will connect communities across the city and nearby towns with nature. Credit: SWECO.

News

Nature Towns and Cities launches with £15million investment

We’re supporting 40 towns and cities across the UK to improve and create accessible green spaces, streets and neighbourhoods.

18/07/2025

Young people jumping in the air celebrating their Heritage Fund grant to restore their Hall

Students celebrating Acland Burghley's School grant for the Hall for All project. Credit: Claire Monaghan.

Projects

A Hall for All - revitalising the heritage of a cultural community space

17/07/2025

Acland Burghley School in Camden will restore their Grade II listed Assembly Hall to create a thriving community hub.

29/11/2022

A horse looking over a fence in front of a group of people sitting in a field

Connecting with the landscape. Credit: Jemma Treweek.

Projects

Connecting people and nature on the South Downs

01/07/2025

Changing Chalk is restoring rare chalk grassland and helping local communities reconnect with the area’s rich natural and cultural heritage.

04/09/2019

A community grant recipient stands next to an interpretation board with exhibition information

Voices Gloucester is supporting local people like Kelly Horsley to explore and share their heritage. Credit: Kelly Horsley.

Stories

How community grants can support grassroots heritage

Voices Gloucester shows that small, locally delivered grants have a big impact.

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