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Three people standing underneath a big palm tree in a conservatory

Frankie Toner, Policy and Public Affairs Manager at National Lottery Heritage Fund with Simon Milne MBE, Regius Keeper and Emma Lacroix, Director of Development at the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. Credit: David Cheskin

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£4million to save Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh's iconic glasshouses

The investment will also help to look after rare, extraordinary plants, encouraging visitors of all ages to care about the environment.

12/04/2022

The Falkirk Kelpie sculptures, with boats on the canal and people walking along the paths

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Working in partnership to improve places in Scotland

We’re teaming up with Historic Environment Scotland to co-fund heritage projects that support place-based regeneration and boost local economies.

01/04/2022

Two workmen standing either side of the horse-drawn ambulance

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Revamped North Yorkshire museum reveals new name

Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum in North Yorkshire to be renamed Land of Iron when it reopens in autumn 2022.

07/04/2022

Three men leaning on railing, looking at each other

Minister for Heritage, Nigel Huddleston, at YHA Ironbridge Coalport with Manager and Deputy Manager Ben Platt (left) and Andrew Philipson (right).

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Charity YHA awarded almost £1million from the Culture Recovery Fund

The organisation – which provides hostel stays and experiences to improve mental and physical wellbeing for young people – is receiving a financial boost to help it recover from the pandemic.

21/03/2022

Simon Thurley, Chair of the Heritage Fund, walking between Chantelle Lindsay and Bobbi Benjamin-Wand, from London Wildlife Trust, at Camley Street Natural Park in London. Image © Broni Lloyd-Edwards.

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£5million to improve access to nature and combat climate change

We’re partnering with The Wildlife Trusts to bring nature to the heart of communities across the UK, as part of our Platinum Jubilee legacy investment.

17/03/2022

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Celebrating two years of Digital Skills for Heritage

This month we are marking two years of our Digital Skills for Heritage initiative by looking at how far we’ve come, and where we’re going next.

15/03/2022

A brightly lit room with an exhibition including paper sculptures of birds and information panels

A World of Good exhibition

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Four projects shortlisted for excellence in environmental sustainability

Low-carbon renovations and exhibitions featuring recycled materials and strong environmental messages recognised in this year's Museums + Heritage Sustainable Project of the Year shortlist.

10/03/2022

Festival artwork, people are falling through the air looking excited. In front of Birmingham library

Festival artwork for Wondrous Stories. Credit: Dan Tucker

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Exciting programme of cultural events for Birmingham 2022 Festival

Birmingham 2022 Festival announces its six-month-long programme of events, bringing together sports, heritage and culture to showcase the West Midlands’ unique character.

28/02/2022

Aerial view of Plymouth's coast, with the lighthouse and lido in view

Credit: Chris Gorman/Big Ladder Photography

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Open weekend announced for UK’s first marine park

Plymouth Sound National Marine Park has announced details of its first programme of community activities, after receiving £9.5million as part of the Heritage Horizon Awards.

17/02/2022

Field Cricket nymph basking at burrow entrance to promote moulting

Field Cricket (Gryllus campestris) nymph basking at burrow entrance to promote moulting. Sussex, UK. April

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Bringing England’s species Back from the Brink of extinction

As Back from the Brink draws to a close, we look at how this game-changing conservation programme has helped turn the tide for some of England’s most threatened species.

13/02/2022

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Community at heart of Silverburn Flax Mill revival

The much-loved mill is at the centre of a five-year project, set to receive £3.47million from the Heritage Fund.

11/02/2022

A band on stage singing, playing the keyboard and guitar.

Event held at St George's, one of the Camden 4 churches

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The changemaker churches supporting their local communities

Two church projects are using new and innovative approaches to help the most deprived and vulnerable members of their local community.

08/02/2022

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New funding for heritage job creation and skills development in Northern Ireland

Department for Communities funding for heritage organisations will create employment opportunities for individuals who wish to enter into, or progress within, the heritage sector.

31/01/2022

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Millennium Falcon exhibition to open in West Wales

From a galaxy far, far away to Pembroke Dock – the story of how the Star Wars films' iconic starship was built will be told, thanks to National Lottery players.

31/01/2022

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£2.7million funding for Grimsby Youth Zone

Young people are at the "heart" of a project which will help regenerate the under-served area of North East Lincolnshire

28/01/2022

Adult and child entering historic building.

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Open up your heritage to new visitors during National Lottery Open Week 2022

Has your project received National Lottery funding? Sign up to National Lottery Open Week to say #ThanksToYou to players – and reach new visitors and supporters along the way.

26/01/2022

Natural landscape nearby body of water with mountains in background

Murlough National Nature Reserve. Credit: National Trust

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Join our Committee for Northern Ireland

We are seeking three new Committee members who can help us steer a course for heritage in Northern Ireland – apply by Sunday 6 February 2022.

17/01/2022

Women's football team face the camera in two rows - one standing behind, one kneeling in front.

St Helens WFC, 1977. Copyright: National Football Museum

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Revealing the hidden history of women’s football

As England prepares to host the UEFA Women’s EUROs this summer, a National Lottery funded project will tell the stories of the country's female pioneers of the game.

13/01/2022

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