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.
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):
2 July
- Tameside Meet the Funder (in person)
- Get to Know The National Lottery Heritage Fund – North Shields (in person)
7 July
- Places of Worship: Funding Forum with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Durham (in person)
16 July
- Getting Application Ready: The Project Plan with The National Lottery Heritage Fund, North Shields (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.
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
Publications
England, North: delegated decisions February 2026
Stories
Grantee Q&A: what arts venue Lowry learned from running a community grants scheme
Stories
Online accessibility in action through Paralympic heritage and St Fagans’ secret garden
Projects
Supporting nature recovery at the historic Rothbury Estate
Found at the heart of Northumberland, the 3,800-hectare landscape could become one of the most ambitious projects to revive and protect wildlife and habitats in the UK.
Projects
Neurodiversity through the ages
Educating local communities in Grimsby about neurodiversity throughout human history, including – the development of psychiatry as a discipline, the history of diagnoses and how society treated neurodivergent people.
News
Six projects shortlisted for Sustainable Project of the Year 2026
News
Special offers and free entry to heritage attractions this spring
Publications
England, North: delegated decisions January 2026
News