London and South
From the bustling streets of the UK's historic capital to the idyllic coves of Cornwall and the cultural history of Kent, London & South is rich in heritage.
We’re proud to play a role in protecting and celebrating the region'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.
Our National Lottery Heritage Grants funding programme is open – if you have an idea for a project in London & South, we would love to hear from you. Grants are available from £10,000 up to £10m.
Our regular funding 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.
For Hertfordshire and Essex, please see the Midlands & East page.
Contact details
Email: londonandsouth@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0330 236 6485 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
London and South East
Postal address:
4th Floor
Cannon Bridge House
25 Dowgate Hill
London, EC4R 2YA
South West
Postal address:
Broadwalk House
Southernhay West
Exeter, EX1 1TS
Projects
Connecting people and landscapes in a changing climate
This ambitious project will work with Devon farmers and the local community to support nature recovery.
Projects
Poole Museum reopens as a landmark cultural destination
The transformative £10million redevelopment project marks a new chapter for the museum, with inclusivity at its heart.
Projects
Restoring Stover Park
This project is bringing new life to a Devonshire country park by boosting biodiversity, preserving historic landscapes and improving spaces.
Projects
Uncovering the missing mile of the Stroudwater Canal
The project will reconnect the historic canal to the UK network, revitalising heritage and improving accessibility.
Projects
Supporting nature’s recovery on the River Roding
The Roding Rises is a transformative project that will celebrate London’s third longest river and kick start its restoration.
News
Six areas, towns and cities across the UK to benefit from long-term investment
Stories
Community collaboration is helping keep Hastings’ fishing heritage alive
News
We’ve awarded The Royal Observatory Greenwich £9.7million to inspire more awe and wonder
Projects
Queer Heritage South:Live Archive Brighton & Hove
The project will build a digital archive and bring to life stories from the LGBTQ+ community.
Projects
What's in Store? Opening up Newton Abbot Museum's collection
Our support will help create a new accessible collections store, marking an exciting new chapter for Newton Abbot’s museum.
Blogs
How our new acquisitions approach is saving exceptional heritage at risk
Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions October 2025
News
Aged 18–30? New opportunity to kickstart your heritage career
Publications
England, London & South: committee decisions September 2025
Stories
How black history is equipping young people with skills for future success
Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions September 2025
News
A further £5.54million to save Birnbeck Pier
Publications
England, London & South: committee decisions June 2025
Projects
Bristol communities to tell the global story of SS Great Britain
The original research and ideas of local people will transform how Brunel’s world-changing vessel is shared with the public.
Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions August 2025
Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions July 2025
Projects
Future Saltram: Access to Nature and Heritage
This ambitious project will transform access to green space and heritage for Plymouth.
Projects
The Gardeners' House: connecting people with nature
A new green community heritage hub has opened in Penzance, housing 200 years of Cornwall’s natural heritage and a sensory garden.