London and South
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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.
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Contact details
Email: londonandsouth@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0330 236 6485 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
London and South East
4th Floor
Cannon Bridge House
25 Dowgate Hill
London, EC4R 2YA
Visiting and access
If you wish to visit us in person, please email or call us in advance to book an appointment.
The main entrance is on Dowgate Hill. A steep escalator takes you to the first floor, with upper floors all accessible by lift. There is an accessible, alternative entrance on Cousin Lane, which must be booked in advance. There are accessible toilets on the 4th and basement floors.
South West
Broadwalk House
Southernhay West
Exeter, EX1 1TS
Visiting and access
If you wish to visit us in person, please email or call us in advance to book an appointment.
The building is fully accessible for wheelchair users and there are accessible toilets on every floor. There are also parking spaces for Blue Badge holders, which need to be booked in advance.
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Projects
Rediscovering the market town of Redruth
A cluster of Grade II listed buildings, collectively known as the Buttermarket, has been transformed into a thriving cultural and community hub.
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Projects
The Big Up! Podcasts sharing social narratives that reflect diversity
The Big House Theatre Company is empowering young people to explore and tell the stories of ethnic minority people who have made a lasting impact on the UK.
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Projects
The Natural History Museum’s Urban Nature Project
The iconic London institution has reimagined five acres of gardens that surround the building into an accessible, biologically-diverse green space.
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Projects
Saltdean Lido’s iconic 1930s building restored for the community
The much-loved open-air pool complex has been reinstated as the centrepiece of the town’s seafront, following a campaign led by local volunteers.
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Projects
Chalk, Cherries and Chairs – Working together for the Chilterns
Over five years, the Chilterns Conservation Board worked with partners to engage communities, celebrate the rich heritage of the area and enhance habitats and wildlife.
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Blogs
How to engage young and diverse audiences with your archives
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Projects
London Blue Chain: creating thriving networks for nature
Along a historic walking route across southeast London, this project is creating a corridor of freshwater habitats and connecting local communities with their natural heritage.
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Projects
Where East meets West: Celebrating South-Asian LGBTQ+ Heritage through Club Kali Network
We’re helping the UK’s first safe space for LGBTQ+ people of South Asian heritage to preserve and showcase their history dating back to 1995.
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Projects
Wild Mind LGBTQ+ natural heritage wellbeing workshops
The Wild Mind Project is restoring a neglected green space in Brighton through nature programmes for the young LGBTQ+ community.
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Projects
Pride In Self, Pride In Place: the NHS and LGBTQ+ culture on the Isle of Wight
StoneCrabs Theatre is gathering oral histories to uncover the role of the NHS in the Isle of Wight’s LGBTQ+ culture between 1980 and 2000.
![Wear it Out: The Culture and Heritage of LGBT* Dress in Sussex, 1917-2017 Outfits on display](/sites/default/files/styles/hlf_body_full/public/media/imgs/queerlooks_install_heritage_fund%20credit%20Tessa%20Hallmann_0.jpg.webp?itok=7bL8pcPV)
Projects
Wear it out: The culture and heritage of LGBTQ+ dress in Sussex, 1917-2017
This cultural heritage project explored how some people from LGBTQ+ communities have historically used clothing to express identity. It focused on Sussex in the time period 1917-2017.
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Projects
Reviving the first cottage hospital in England
Led by Cranleigh Heritage Trust, this project will transform Cranleigh Cottage Hospital into a multi-purpose heritage and wellbeing community hub.
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Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions December 2024
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News
We’re supporting communities to secure the future of their churches
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Publications
England, London & South: committee decisions December 2024
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Projects
Saving Abney Park
Stoke Newington’s historic cemetery and chapel have been restored and are now a thriving community green space and venue.
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News
Heritage organisations to share innovative solutions to workforce challenges
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Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions November 2024
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Publications
England, London & South: committee decisions September 2024
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News