North

The birthplace of the industrial revolution, the North of England is buzzing with thousands of years of history.
We're proud to support our communities to protect and celebrate the region’s irreplaceable heritage, from the cityscapes of Manchester to the stunning views of the Yorkshire Dales, the cultural history of Newcastle, through to the Lake District's natural beauty. 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 the North of England, we would love to hear from you. Grants are available from £10,000 up to £10m.
Our regular funding webinars and 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: north@heritagefund.org.uk.
External events
You could also meet some of our engagement team, in person or online, at the following events (see event web page for further information and to book):
15 January
28 January
- North Tyneside VODA Funding Fair (in person) – please contact North@heritagefund.org.uk for details
4 February
- Cumbria CVS Meet the Funder (in person)
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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North East
Email: north@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0191 249 4271 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Live Theatre
27 Broad Chare
Newcastle Upon Tyne, NE1 3DQ
Newcastle office location on map
Visiting and access
If you wish to visit us in person, please email or call us in advance to book an appointment.
There is step-free access throughout the building, with a few low gradient ramps. There is lift access to three floors and adapted toilets on all levels. The downstairs accessible toilets have height adjusting sinks, rails and a hoist.
North West
Email: north@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0161 200 8470 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Rodwell Tower
111 Piccadilly
Manchester, M1 2HY
Manchester office location on map
Visiting and access
If you wish to visit us in person, please email or call us in advance to book an appointment.
The building is wheelchair accessible, with access via the car park. There is a lift from street level to the car park along with an assistance call button. There is a platform lift to the mezzanine floor and an accessible toilet.
Yorkshire and Humber
Email: north@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0113 388 8030 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
1st Floor, Park House
24 Park Square West
Leeds, LS1 2PW
Visiting and access
If you wish to visit us in person, please email or call us in advance to book an appointment.
The building is fully accessible and there is an accessible toilet on both the ground and first floors.

News
£10million funding milestone for North East Lincolnshire’s heritage

Projects
Creating a music hub for Sheffield's next generation
We have awarded £4.7million to transform Canada House, a Grade II* listed Sheffield landmark, into an innovative centre for music education and performance.

Projects
Reviving Calverley Old Hall in West Yorkshire
Conservation of the medieval building along with contemporary design has brought the site into new use as self-catering accommodation and a community space.

Stories
Celebrating Bradford as the City of Culture 2025

Blogs
How targeted support has helped Knowsley's heritage thrive

Projects
Hopetown: celebrating the North East’s railway heritage
A state-of-the-art visitor attraction and community engagement scheme celebrates the historic Stockton and Darlington railway line.

Projects
Sharing Barrow's past, present and future
The Dock Museum in Barrow-in-Furness has undergone a major refurbishment to celebrate the area’s rich shipbuilding and engineering heritage.

Blogs
A year as Director of England, North: resilience and saving heritage

Projects
I Me Us Boundless: sharing stories of transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming people in Cumbria
Through the collection of stories, this project will document the lived experiences of transgender, non-binary and gender non-conforming people in Cumbria.

Publications
England, North: delegated decisions December 2024

Publications
England, North: committee decisions December 2024

Projects
Protecting the natural heritage of North East Lincolnshire’s coastline
The project will invest in skills and capacity to research and protect the natural salt marsh and sand dune environments of the Humber Estuary.

News
We’re supporting communities to secure the future of their churches

News
Heritage organisations to share innovative solutions to workforce challenges

Publications
England, North: delegated decisions November 2024

Stories
Turning a stately home into a ‘house of opportunity’

Publications
England, North: delegated decisions October 2024

Stories
Shining a light on Arthur Wharton: the first black professional footballer

Publications
England, North: delegated decisions September 2024

Publications