Midlands and East
The Midlands and East of England is steeped in rich heritage. The region is home to vibrant cities and cultural hubs, picturesque countryside and iconic waterways. Its varied history ranges from the birthplace of William Shakespeare to the industrial Black Country.
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 the Midlands & East of England, 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
Please us know if you have any accessibility requirements so that we may make reasonable adjustments. You can contact us via email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk.
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East Midlands
Email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0115 857 6763 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm)
Antenna Creative Business Centre
Beck Street
Nottingham, NG1 1EQ
Nottingham 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 wheelchair accessible. There is level access, a lift to all levels and an accessible toilet. Assistance dogs are welcome.
East of England
Email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 01223 645 938 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm)
WeWork Offices
50-60 Station Road
Cambridge, CB1 2JH
Cambridge 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 wheelchair accessible. There is level access, power assisted doors and a lift to all levels which prioritises disabled users. There are accessible toilets on all floors, which are accessed by radar key. If you don’t have your own, reception can loan you a key. Assistance dogs are welcome on site, and companion dogs are welcome by prior arrangement.
West Midlands
Email: MidlandsandEast@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0121 393 4734 (Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm)
Landmark Space
Two Snow Hill
Snow Hill, Queensway
Birmingham, B4 6GA
Birmingham 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 wheelchair accessible. There is step-free access via the main entrance on Snow Hill Queensway. There are lifts to all floors, including a platform lift from the ground floor to reception on the first floor. Lifts have a voice announcer and there is a hearing enhancement loop at reception. Accessible toilets are available.
Projects
Saving Middleport Pottery
The transformation of Middleport Pottery saved traditional skills in danger of being lost and is sparking regeneration of the local area.
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Peterborough 900: Letting it speak for itself
A conservation and community project for Peterborough Cathedral, the oldest and largest building in the city.
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Sharing Stories - a people's museum for Daventry
Daventry Town Council oversaw the development of a Grade II listed Georgian town house into a cultural and historical hub for the local community.
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Crime on the homefront: policing Bishop's Stortford during the First World War
The issue of crime on the home front has often been neglected. This project will focus on the impact of the First World War on crime in Bishop's Stortford and surrounding areas.
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Polesworth Abbey Community Archaeology Part 2
Hundreds of local people took part in a community archaeology project at Polesworth Abbey, near Tamworth.
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Barclay Park and Lake restoration
The Friends of Barclay Park were awarded funds to carry out extensive restoration work to the park and lake with support from the local community.
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Leicester's role in World War 1
Volunteers investigated the impact of the First World War on the people of Leicester and shared their research through exhibitions, school workshops and online.
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Children of The Croft
Volunteers researched the history of The Croft in Nottingham, a non-institutional home for lone mothers during the 1960s and 1970s.
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Peregrines, people and places
A pair of peregrine falcons inspired a community project managed by Derbyshire Wildlife Trust.
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Houghton Hall Park: Renaissance and Renewal
A hidden gem in the centre of an urban environment, Houghton Hall Park is a 17 hectare public park in the town of Houghton Regis.
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Hemel Water Gardens
The Water Gardens in Hemel Hempstead have been restored to their former glory as one of the country’s most important post-war landscapes.
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Involving the community at Boultham Park
This project was a joint venture between Lincoln City Council and the Linkage Community Trust, a charity supporting people with learning difficulties.