Wales
From our coastlines and castles to our landscapes, literature and one of the oldest spoken languages in Europe, Wales has an ancient and mythical heritage. It’s the land of rolling hillsides, historic ruins and an industrial heritage that once saw Welsh slate and coal being exported across the world.
We’re proud to play a role in protecting and celebrating the nation's vibrant cities, beautiful landscapes, historic sites and diverse cultures. 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.
National Lottery Heritage Grants
Our National Lottery Heritage Grants funding programme is open – if you have an idea for a project in Wales, we would love to hear from you. Grants are available from £10,000 up to £10m.
Find out more and explore available funding.
Nature Networks Fund (round six)
Awarding grants from £250,000 to £1million, this fund aims to strengthen the resilience of Wales’ network of protected land, freshwater and marine sites and build organisations’ capacity to accelerate nature’s recovery and engage communities.
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
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.
Contact details
Email: wales@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 029 2034 3413 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Postal address:
Clockwise Offices, Brunel House
2 Fitzalan Road
Cardiff, CF24 0EB
Please send any items via email to your contact or via: wales@heritagefund.org.uk
Contacting us in Welsh
We welcome telephone calls (Option 1 to speak to a member of staff in Welsh) and emails in both Welsh and English. Using Welsh will not lead to a delay in responding.
For further information on the Welsh Language and to hear more on our current progress in updating our current Welsh Language Scheme, please visit our Welsh Language page.
Projects
Managing marine health in the Milford Haven Waterway
This project will drive a co-ordinated approach to tackling the introduction and spread of marine invasive non-native species.
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Restoring two Radnorshire rivers
This project will strengthen nature networks and safeguard biodiversity along the River Ithon and the River Marteg in Wales.
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Saving the habitats of Wales’ rarest bumblebees
This project is helping revive bumblebee species along the Carmarthenshire coast and empowering local people to get involved in conservation.
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Creating and restoring wetland habitats at WWT Llanelli
This project will improve conditions for internationally important wintering birds and bring local people closer to nature.
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Uncovering the prehistoric ritual landscape of Bryneglwys with community archaeology
A community-led project will investigate a newly discovered prehistoric site near Bryneglwys in Denbighshire, Wales, sharing its stories through excavation, learning and public engagement across the county.
Projects
Celebrating Roy Francis: Welsh rugby’s groundbreaking leader
Born in Brynmawr in 1919, rugby league player Roy Francis was the first Black coach in UK sport.
Publications
Wales: delegated decisions April 2026
Projects
The Urban Long Forest: restoring Wales’ hedgerows
The Urban Long Forest is led by Keep Wales Tidy and focuses on protecting and restoring hedgerows and ancient trees in urban areas under increasing threat.
Publications
Wales: committee decisions March 2026
Stories
Online accessibility in action through Paralympic heritage and St Fagans’ secret garden
Stories
Grantee Q&A: setting out your project vision and adapting to succeed
Publications