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.
Publications
Wales: committee decisions June 2026
News
Historic ironworks Brymbo unveils its 300million-year story
Publications
Wales: delegated decisions June 2026
Projects
Safeguarding the future of Merthyr Mawr Warren National Nature Reserve
This project will restore and reconnect habitats across one of Europe's most important sand dune systems, securing the reserve's future as a wildlife-rich landscape.
Projects
Preserving the voices of Wales’ National Service veterans
This project, run by Age Cymru Dyfed, is sharing stories of time in the National Service from men across mid and west Wales.
Stories
Heritage sites to visit this summer
Projects
Safeguarding Wales’ native flora
Led by the National Botanic Gardens of Wales, this project will strengthen conservation of threatened plants and restore vital habitats.
Publications
Wales: delegated decisions May 2026
News
How our funding is saving the UK’s seabird sanctuaries
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.
Projects
South Wales Miners Museum: strengthening a volunteer-led museum
A volunteer-run mining museum in the Afan Valley is building skills, confidence and capacity to secure its future and support its community.
Projects
Restoring two Radnorshire rivers
This project will strengthen nature networks and safeguard biodiversity along the River Ithon and the River Marteg in Wales.