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A wooden boardwalk extends out into wetlands

Boardwalk at RSPB Loch Lomond

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Working together to fund growth in investment in nature and communities

We are teaming up with the Scottish Government and NatureScot to support communities and boost local economies through responsible investment.

28/02/2023

A group of volunteers from diverse ethnic communities gardening in a planter on a street

Several organisations are working to improve the diversity of the heritage sector's workforce. Pictured: volunteers with the South Riverside Community Development Centre.

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Heritage organisations collaborating to tackle workforce challenges

We’ve awarded more than £840,000 to pioneer new ways of working through our Heritage Innovation Fund.

24/01/2023

Outside in the stunning setting of Glencoe

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£1.4million to transform the Highlands’ Glencoe Folk Museum

The community-run museum is set to enhance its visitor experience and bring the village of Glencoe’s unique heritage alive for current and future generations.

16/01/2023

Group of people holding award and an eagle

The South of Scotland Golden Eagle Project has won a National Lottery award. Credit: Phil Wilkinson/The National Lottery

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Golden eagles soar in Scotland’s National Lottery Award-winning project

A pioneering scheme revitalising the golden eagle population in Dumfries and Galloway and Scottish Borders has been named Scotland’s National Lottery Project of the Year.

07/12/2022

People inside building looking at exhibits

Jodrell Bank previously offered free entry. Credit: Andrew Brooks.

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Take part in National Lottery Open Week 2023

From 18 to 26 March 2023, share free offers for National Lottery players to thank them for their support in making your heritage project possible.

21/11/2022

Culture Asia performance

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Smaller grants making a big difference for Scottish communities

Six exciting projects in Scotland have secured £378,640 National Lottery funding to make a difference for people and heritage.

28/10/2022

Common pipistrelle bat in flight. Bat Conservation Trust. Image credit: Hugh Clark

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A lifeline for Scotland’s ‘species on the edge’

Urgent action to save 37 of Scotland’s most vulnerable coastal and island species is underway thanks to £4.2million funding from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.

17/08/2022

River Tweed at Leaderfoot Viaduct.

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£13.7million boost for nature, communities and culture

Six projects will help create a 'vibrant and optimistic' future for heritage across the UK.

29/06/2022

Woman looking into a glass case displaying Barry Sheene's racing leathers and helmet

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Share and discover views on heritage sector challenges and opportunities

Our new weekly polls are a quick way to tell us your thoughts and instantly see what the rest of the sector thinks too.

08/06/2022

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

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

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