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.
Take a look below at some of the projects we have funded.
Funding
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.
Application advice events
Our regular funding workshops and 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
Contact us
For Hertfordshire and Essex, please see the Midlands & East page.
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London and South East
Email: londonandsouth@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 020 3787 4819 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Address: 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
Email: londonandsouth@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 01392 304 006 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Address: 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
Kingswood Park receives £2.6million for restoration
Kingswood Park in South Gloucestershire is the only significant local green space for its community.
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Stories
RHS Garden Wisley elevates accessibility and participation through collaborative initiatives
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Projects
Bristol Beacon reopens after five-year transformational project
Located in the heart of the city centre, the project has cemented Bristol Beacon as one of Europe’s flagship cultural and arts venues.
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News
£4.8million funding boost to revive Folkestone Leas Lift
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Stories
Bringing Henrietta Lacks’ story to life in Bristol
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News
£800,000 funding awarded to support Newham’s heritage
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Projects
Full Cycle: a history of cycling in Forest Gate
This project will look at the cycling history of Forest Gate in Newham – an important cycling epicentre in the late 19th century close to Epping Forest.
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Stories
Battlefield bonds: sharing the heritage of Nepal and the UK’s military partnership
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News
How we’re helping to save the heritage of community traditions and ways of life
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News
Nominate extraordinary people from your heritage project for a Game Changer award
Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions April 2024
Publications
England, London & South: Committee decisions March 2024
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Blogs
Queer Heritage South: what we’ve learned about running LGBTQ+ heritage projects
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News
Competition: enter your creative Heritage Fund grant acknowledgement
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Videos
How do our investment principles help heritage?
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News
£14.8million awarded to projects forging the future of our industrial past
Publications
England, London & South: delegated decisions March 2024
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News