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
Landmark Space
Two Snow Hill
Snow Hill, Queensway
Birmingham, B4 6GA
Projects
Brampton is Growing: environmentally sustainable museum redevelopment
An inspiring eco refurbishment project transformed The Brampton Museum, adapting to the climate crisis and increasing its capacity to welcome more people to the museum.
News
From facing collapse to welcoming visitors: the UK’s oldest windmill reopens
Projects
Shefarers: Platforming untold stories of Suffolk’s women maritime workers
Women of the Seven Seas aims to transform a historic sailing barge into a participatory research hub, where ‘Shefarers’ contribute stories of living and working on the water.
Projects
RoseTinted: Empowering women in Walsall and beyond
This project used heritage as a lens to engage a wider range of people, while developing skills in research, financial planning, personal care and wellbeing.
News
Nominate your heritage project and people for a £5,000 award
Projects
The restoration of St Nicholas Church, Wells-next-the-Sea
Repairs to the building will reduce the church's energy footprint and create a vibrant community hub focused on conservation and wellbeing.
News
More than £24million awarded to heritage projects across the UK
News
Free entry and special offers at hundreds of heritage places this spring
News
Join our free events to build digital skills and influence policy
News