Midlands and East
The Midlands and East of England is steeped in rich heritage. The region is home to vibrant cities and cultural hubs, picturesque countryside and iconic waterways. Its varied history ranges from the birthplace of William Shakespeare to the industrial Black Country.
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.
Get inspiration for your project
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 the Midlands & East of England, we would love to hear from you. Grants are available from £10,000 up to £10m.
Our regular funding advice sessions are a great opportunity to:
- find out about our funding
- get tips on how to make a good application
- network with other organisations from your area
Please us know if you have any accessibility requirements so that we may make reasonable adjustments. You can contact us via email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk.
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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East Midlands
Email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0115 857 6763 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm)
Postal address
Antenna Creative Business Centre
Beck Street
Nottingham, NG1 1EQ
East of England
Email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 01223 645 938 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm)
Postal address
WeWork Offices
50-60 Station Road
Cambridge, CB1 2JH
West Midlands
Email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0121 393 4734 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm)
Postal address
WeWork Offices
55 Colmore Row
Birmingham, B3 2AP
Publications
England, Midlands & East: delegated decisions June 2024
Publications
England, Midlands & East: delegated decisions May 2024
Projects
Lincolnshire communities benefitting from nature recovery programme
The Wilder Connections project is involving people in protecting and restoring nature, boosting their skills and wellbeing.
Projects
Our Common Cause: Upland Commons
A 25-partner project awarded £2.3million to secure the future of upland commons across four treasured landscapes for people and nature.
Projects
Norwich Castle: Royal Palace Reborn
Norfolk Museums Service, part of Norfolk County Council, is turning back time to create an immersive and accessible experience of the Norman castle’s history.
Publications
England, Midlands & East: committee decisions June 2024
Projects
Charnwood Forest Landscape Partnership Scheme
Seventeen partners are collaborating to enhance access, management and engagement with Charnwood Forest’s 600-million-year-old story.
Projects
Martens on the Move: long-term recovery for pine martens
Over the next four years, the Martens on the Move project will work with local communities to improve the habitat for pine martens.
News
Competition: enter your creative Heritage Fund grant acknowledgement
News
£14.8million awarded to projects forging the future of our industrial past
Projects
Consultation and collaboration guiding Stoke-on-Trent’s heritage regeneration plans
Stoke-on-Trent City Council are creating a Heritage Collaboration Framework, empowering communities to have their say on how heritage can regenerate their area.
Stories