North
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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.
Take a look below at some of the projects we have funded.
Funding
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.
Application advice events
Our regular online funding workshops 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):
9 July
- West Cumbria CVS Funding Fair (in person)
10 July
6 August
Contact us
Follow us on Twitter/X: @HeritageFundNOR
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.
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News
Hundreds of special heritage offers across the UK this spring
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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.
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Publications
England, North: delegated decisions January 2024
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Programme
National Lottery Heritage Grants £10,000 to £250,000
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Programme
National Lottery Heritage Grants £250,000 to £10million
Projects
Rochdale Town Hall restored to its former glory
This project has improved the condition of one of the UK’s finest examples of Victorian Gothic architecture, and opened up spaces to the public for the first time.
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News
Our new Heritage 2033 National Lottery programme is open for grants from £10,000 to £10million
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News
We've awarded £15.6million to help people get out into nature
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News
Success for heritage projects in the National Lottery Awards
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Publications
England, North: delegated decisions December 2023
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News
Nominate your #HeritageTreasures on 11 January 2024
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Stories