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Saltdean Lido with a lifeguard sitting in front observing the outdoor pool

The restored Saltdean Lido. Credit: Xavier Buendia.

Since 1994 we have awarded £3.5bn of National Lottery and other funding to more than 16,000 projects in London & 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.

Find out more and explore available funding.

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

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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

4th Floor
Cannon Bridge House
25 Dowgate Hill
London, EC4R 2YA

London office location on map

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

Exeter office location on map

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.

Landscape painting showing ruins of an abbey with cattle in the foreground

J M W Turner, Malmesbury Abbey, Wiltshire, 1827

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National Portrait Gallery forecourt proposal

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National Portrait Gallery awarded full grant for major redevelopment

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Paul Barnard

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