We are the largest funder for the UK's heritage Since 1994, we have awarded £9.5billion raised by National Lottery players and on behalf of the UK and devolved governments to more than 53,000 heritage projects across the UK. Photo: York Minster. See how we can support you Heritage 2033 Our 10-year strategy sets out a vision for heritage that is valued, cared for and sustained for everyone, now and in the future. Photo: Galloway Glens © Duncan Ireland. Explore our strategy Black History Month Heritage has a crucial role to play in contributing to a flourishing, more equitable and inclusive society. Photo: © James Pike / Royal Pavilion & Museums, Brighton & Hove. Explore black heritage projects Previous Next Latest news and stories The Royal Observatory. Credit: Chris Gorman / The Big Ladder. We’ve awarded The Royal Observatory Greenwich £9.7million to inspire more awe and wonder Karen and the project team gather to celebrate the launch of the Maroon Mile at the Heart of Midlothian Memorial Clock, in the city's Haymarket. Grantee Q&A: mapping community history in the heart of Edinburgh The Big City Butterfly project worked with partners to improve the quality and connectivity of London's green spaces, boosting habitats and connecting the community with nature. Photo: Chris O'Donovan. The heritage sector wants to collaborate and innovate Pagination Previous page Next page All news and stories Funding We fund projects that connect people to the UK’s heritage with grants from £10,000. What we fund Projects Polish Heritage Penley will preserve memories and photos of growing up in Penley. Credit: Rebecca Griffiths. Sharing Penley’s Polish heritage Visualisation of the new store at Newton Abbot Museum. Credit: Newton Abbot Museum What's in Store? Opening up Newton Abbot Museum's collection Both current and former volunteers will be invited to contribute to the project. Credit: Discovery Student Volunteering Swansea. Celebrating 60 years of student volunteering in Swansea Pagination Previous page Next page Projects Quick links Acknowledging your grant Decisions Get funding Good practice guidance Jobs Logos Keep up-to-date Sign up to our newsletter and never miss out on another story! Email SubscribeWe urge you to read our privacy policy which gives you more control over your information and clearly explains how we use it.
Polish Heritage Penley will preserve memories and photos of growing up in Penley. Credit: Rebecca Griffiths. Sharing Penley’s Polish heritage
Visualisation of the new store at Newton Abbot Museum. Credit: Newton Abbot Museum What's in Store? Opening up Newton Abbot Museum's collection
Both current and former volunteers will be invited to contribute to the project. Credit: Discovery Student Volunteering Swansea. Celebrating 60 years of student volunteering in Swansea