Regeneration

Three people wearing high vis jackets stand in front of a derelict historic building in a post-industrial landscape, formerly a shipyard.

Exploring Govan Graving Docks with Deirdre Gaughan, Chair of the Central Govan Action Plan, Andy Milne from The National Lottery Heritage Fund and Cllr. Ricky Bell, Deputy Leader of Glasgow City Council and Govan Ward councillor. Photo: Peter Devlin.

Projects

New investment to preserve and restore Govan's heritage

21/11/2025

We're supporting the next phase of heritage-inspired regeneration in one of Scotland’s most historically significant yet economically disadvantaged urban areas.

07/03/2023

Five dancers strike a pose outside Bradford Arts Centre.

Bradford-based dancers, representing a mix of cultures, celebrate the opening of Bradford Arts Centre. Photo: Guzelian Ltd.

Stories

Putting communities at the heart of Bradford

Our support is helping local people across the district tell their stories, celebrate identity and shape a future rooted in pride and belonging.

Hundreds of people are gathered, enjoying the sunshine, around a historic ship in dry dock on the Belfast quayside.

Celebrating the Belfast Maritime Festival on the banks of the River Lagan. Photo: Maritime Belfast Trust.

News

Six areas, towns and cities across the UK to benefit from long-term investment

We’re delighted to announce funding for these new Heritage Places, the next chapter of a 10-year journey to help places thrive by connecting communities to the heritage on their doorstep.

15/10/2025

The whole of Birnbeck Pier in a state of disrepair.

Birnbeck is one of only six Grade II* listed piers in England. Credit: Chris Gorman/Big Ladder.

News

A further £5.54million to save Birnbeck Pier

Our additional investment acknowledges the unique challenge and urgent need to protect this landmark for future generations.

16/09/2025

A member of the council team speaks to a member of the community, looking over and annotating a map of the area together.

Future projects are being designed in collaboration with the community. Credit: Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Borough Council.

Projects

Co-designing a thriving future for heritage with local people

07/07/2025

The historic treasures of Armagh City, Banbridge and Craigavon Council Area will be at the heart of a new plan for regeneration, developed collaboratively between the Council and the community.

29/04/2024

Abingdon Abbey at night. Credit: The Friends of Abingdon Abbey Buildings Trust.

Projects

Abingdon Abbey buildings – a heritage asset at the heart of the community

13/05/2025

Having come together in 1944 to save these historic buildings from demolition, Abingdon's community joins up again to support a transformational restoration project.

29/11/2022

Aerial view of Selby Abbey within the town

Established in 1069 as a Benedictine monastery and originally a wooden complex, Selby Abbey has been rebuilt and extended over the centuries.

News

The Yorkshire projects protecting historic buildings and bringing communities together

Selby Abbey is one of eight places of worship in Yorkshire awarded grants totalling £1.8million.

12/05/2025

The red brick facade of Tylorstown Welfare Hall. The building rises above surrounding terraced houses. The hills of the Rhondda can be seen over the rooftops.

Tylorstown Welfare Hall sits at the heart of the local community. Credit: Steve Pope / FotoWales

Projects

A fresh start for Tylorstown Welfare Hall

09/04/2025

The historic heart of a community in the Rhondda is set for a new lease of life.

16/03/2023

A view of the facade of the Riverside Museum in Glasgow, opposite a docked tall ship in the Clyde.

Glasgow's Riverside Museum. Credit: Neil Williamson.

Stories

Investment milestone: £1billion for Scottish heritage

Over the past 30 years we’ve supported 5,000 projects, from Orkney to the Borders, helping connect the people of Scotland with their past and build pride in place.