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):
Friday 5 September
- Meet the Funders Wigan Borough (in person), 1–3pm
Thursday 11 September
Tuesday 23 September
- Lancaster District CVS Funding Fair 2025 Appointments (in person), 9:30am–1:45pm
- Lancaster District CVS Funding Fair 2025 Open Marketplace (in person), 1:25–3:30pm
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

Projects
Mental health treatment for young people: past, present and future
The Mental Health, Past, Present, Future project is exploring the history of mental health treatment for young people.

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Saving Marshlands: Wetland Heritage and Wildlife
Improving the management of important marshlands in East Riding through volunteer training and traditional conservation to connect people with natural heritage.

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Burnby Hall Gardens Golden Jubilee restoration project
An extensive restoration of the lakes and rock gardens ensured that their nationally recognised collection of hardy water lilies is protected, and improved spaces have facilitated more inclusive learning for visitors.

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Accessible wildlife hide helps everyone encounter nature
The Wildfowl & Wetlands Trust (WWT) championed Washington’s natural landscape through the creation of an accessible, environmentally conscious nature hide.

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Great War to Race Riots - Black Servicemen's struggle to survive at home and abroad
The Great War to Race Riots project focused on Liverpool's Black history from the end of the First World War to the 1919 Toxteth race riots.

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Out and Proud Histories in Greater Manchester
The Out and Proud project explores and celebrates lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender (LGBT) histories and heritage across Greater Manchester using digital technologies.

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Journey to Justice: Footsteps to Freedom in the North East
Young people have uncovered the history behind social justice in Tyneside.

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Exploring 100 years of attitudes to mental health
The Mindful Changes project explores the shifts in public perceptions and attitudes towards mental health over the last 100 years.

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East Cleveland Batscape
Three of the eight species of bats present and breeding in East Cleveland are rare and of national conservation importance.

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Keesbury Manor in Cawood: from manor house to market garden
Volunteers from Cawood in Selby have been trained as heritage detectives to investigate the archaeology of their local moated manor site and the surprising importance of gooseberries for the development of the village.

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Darlington Civic Theatre - New Hippodrome & Palace Theatre of Varieties
The Grade II-listed Darlington Civic Theatre has been restored to its former glory as an Edwardian variety theatre.

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Invisible histories from the First World War
Exploring the history of people who objected to fighting in the First World War and telling their stories through an exhibition and educational resources.