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A view of landscaped gardens, featuring a fountain. A choir are stood above steps at the top of the gardens.
A view over Scarborough's South Cliff Gardens. Photo: Tony Bartholomew.
Since 1994 we have awarded over £2.1bn of National Lottery and other funding to 12,700 projects in the 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.

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 North of England, 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 that takes you through the process of applying for a £10,000–£250,000 grant

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.

Book onto an upcoming webinar

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):

Wednesday 5 November

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)

Postal address:

WIZU, 
Portland House, 
New Bridge St W, 
Newcastle upon Tyne, NE1 8AL

North West

Email: north@heritagefund.org.uk

Telephone: 0161 200 8470 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)

Postal address:

Rodwell Tower
111 Piccadilly
Manchester, M1 2HY

Yorkshire and Humber

Email: north@heritagefund.org.uk

Telephone: 0113 388 8030 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)

Postal address:

1st Floor, Park House
24 Park Square West
Leeds, LS1 2PW

A volunteer crouches to attend to the mechanics of enormous overlapping cog wheels, part of a standing engine.
A volunteer technician prepares the Durn Mill Steam Engine to run. Photo: Lee McLean, PA Media Assignments.

Projects

Manchester’s Science and Industry Museum reopens Power Hall

For the first time since 2019, visitors can explore a unique heritage space that captures the sights and sounds of the technologies that drove the Industrial Revolution.

Five dancers strike a pose outside Bradford Arts Centre.
Bradford-based dancers, representing a mix of cultures, celebrate the opening of Bradford Arts Centre. Photo: Guzelian Ltd.

Stories

Putting communities at the heart of Bradford

Our support is helping local people across the district tell their stories, celebrate identity and shape a future rooted in pride and belonging.
A view of the Discovering Preston gallery at the refurbished Harris, displaying items from the museum's collection.
The museum's collections can be explored via new displays. Photo: The Harris.

Projects

Revitalising The Harris for the audiences of today

Our support has enabled Preston’s leading museum to deliver essential repairs, transform its visitor facilities and plan for a bright future.

A young woman looks at a sculpture by Barbara Hepworth.
The sculpture has been secured for the public to enjoy. Photo: Betty Saunders.

Projects

Rare Barbara Hepworth sculpture saved for the UK

Thanks to our support and a successful public appeal, The Hepworth Wakefield has acquired a rare work by the artist, secured for the public to enjoy in her hometown.

A group of volunteers pose behind some newly planted saplings, which are protected with tubing.
Hedge planting at Culgaith. Photo: Eden Rivers Trust.

Stories

Grantee Q&A: the value of collaboration and planning

We asked Elizabeth Radford from the Eden Rivers Trust to share what she’s learned on the Trust’s project journey – from the vital importance of the development phase to the surprises that unfold over years of delivery.

If you query is regarding our application portal, please contact our support team.