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):
6 October
- Meet the Funders 2026 – Wigan Council (in person)
20 October
21 October
- Cumbria CVS funding fair, Carlisle (in person)
- Bradford Culture Company Fundraising Surgery Day (in person)
22 October
- West Yorkshire Funding & Finance Fair, Leeds (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
News
Restoration for Yorkshire medieval manor house and its Tudor treasures
News
£5.5million awarded to conserve cathedrals and churches across the UK
Videos
Dynamic Collections: a visit to Craven Museum
News
Revamped North Yorkshire museum reveals new name
News
Charity YHA awarded almost £1million from the Culture Recovery Fund
News
Four projects shortlisted for excellence in environmental sustainability
Blogs
Dr Sheree Mack: passion projects and empowering women
Stories
Special offers at stunning heritage sites across the UK
Stories
LGBTQ+ projects that mean the most to us
Stories
Saving LGBTQ+ stories before they are lost forever
News
£2.7million funding for Grimsby Youth Zone
Projects
Crime & Punishment: A digital storytelling heritage collection youth project
The Crime and Punishment project used digital storytelling to explore the heritage of the criminal justice system with young people whose lives were affected by offending.