How resilient is the heritage sector?
In 2019 The National Lottery Heritage Fund commissioned research to understand the heritage sector’s views on resilience and business support needs.
News and stories
Free virtual backgrounds show off England's stunning heritage
Free images of some of England's most beautiful venues are available to use as backdrops to video-calls as part of the government’s #HereforCulture campaign.
Follow in the footsteps of ‘Gentleman Jack’ in Edinburgh
People will be able to explore the LGBT+ history and culture of Edinburgh through a new walking tour following in the footsteps of diarist and world traveller, Anne Lister - whose life was depicted in the popular BBC series, Gentleman Jack.
£13.5million to kickstart 22 heritage projects
The grants, awarded through our Heritage Capital Kickstart Fund, will help revive heritage sites impacted by coronavirus (COVID-19).
Northern Ireland heritage on the road to recovery thanks to £5.28million funding
£5.28million Department of Communities funding will support 50 heritage organisations and 41 heritage workers, reaching across the sector and keeping vital skills alive.
£3million National Lottery investment to bring culture to the high street
High Street Heritage Action Zones cultural programme will enhance 68 English high streets through art, sound and film.
Connecting Northern Ireland communities with their local heritage
Through the Community Heritage Fund, we’ve awarded 29 grants across Northern Ireland to help strengthen people’s connection with the heritage on their doorstep.
Veterans’ memories of National Service shared in new exhibition
National Service Remembered documents the experiences of 18 former servicemen, including men who served in Egypt, Jordan, Singapore and Iraq. It is 60 years since National Service ended in the UK. The project – run by the not-for-profit organisation Same but Different – captures an important period
The search is on for the 2021 Sustainable Project of the Year
The National Lottery Heritage Fund is sponsoring a sustainability award for the second year at the 2021 Museums + Heritage Awards.
£6million for Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games Cultural Festival
The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Arts Council England have awarded £3million each to showcase the West Midlands' rich culture and heritage.
Bringing heritage to your doorstep
With England back in lockdown and many parts of the UK under tighter restrictions, we have gathered some of our favourite heritage activities to enjoy at home.
£8.75million boost for Newport Transporter Bridge
The world’s most complete surviving transporter bridge is set to become a major tourist attraction thanks to an £8.75m National Lottery grant.
£1.9m to help Highlands heritage
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has invested £1.9million to support the development of three spectacular Scottish heritage sites.
Last surviving D-Day landing craft opens in Portsmouth
Six-year project to restore ship and open it up to the public is completed thanks to £4.7million National Lottery support.
Alexandra Palace saved from risk of closure thanks to £2.9million grant
London landmark is on the ‘route to recovery’ as government emergency funding for culture hits £1billion.
Nearly £40million awarded to green regeneration projects in England
68 inspiring projects have received grants from the Government’s Green Recovery Challenge Fund for wildlife conservation and nature restoration.
Disability History Month: recognising access in its many forms
For Disability History Month, Jonathan Mace and Heather Brown reflect on how their National Lottery funded heritage projects consider a variety of access needs.
Stonehenge illuminated in dedication to unsung champions of UK heritage
The historic takeover, unveiled by TV historian Sir Tony Robinson, is in honour of eight heritage heroes who have kept National Lottery funded projects going during the pandemic.