Scotland
Scotland's rich heritage varies from glorious landscapes, shorelines and islands to vibrant urban environments. It has a distinctive and diverse people, culture, and heritage with a history of inventors and innovators known across the world. Take a look at some of the projects in Scotland we have been proud to support.
We’re proud to play a role in protecting and celebrating Scotland'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.
Our Scots and Scottish Gaelic logos
In addition to our English logos, you can use our Scots and Scottish Gaelic logos to acknowledge and celebrate our funding at historic sites, at events, in project materials and online.
We’re excited to see projects using them and for Scots and Scottish Gaelic speaking communities to enjoy seeing their own languages on their local heritage.
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 Scotland, 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
Follow us on Twitter/X: @HeritageFundSCO
Email: scotlandcontact@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 0131 376 0033 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Cubo Offices
40 Princes Street
Edinburgh, EH2 2BY
Edinburgh 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.
Enter through the main entrance to 40 Princes Street. Once in the building, you will be greeted by reception. The offices are on the 6th floor and can all be reached via lift with the main Cubo reception located on the 4th floor. Please report to reception on the 4th floor and we will then come to meet you. There are accessible toilets on site and access via stairs.
News
New funding for Scotland's biodiversity
News
Welcome to New Trustee and Chair of the Scotland Committee
News
Scotland’s National Museum unveils final phase of dramatic transformation
Projects
Creating Natural Connections in Cumbernauld
The Scottish Wildlife Trust are bringing transformational change to Cumbernauld’s natural heritage, and helping local people engage with its greenspaces to improve mental health.
News
Curtain rises on Aberdeen's transformed Music Hall
Projects
Scotland's pride in focus
Pink Saltire is a Scottish LGBTQ+ news and information charity founded in 2014.
Projects
All-ability access to Garnock landscape
Many more people will have the opportunity to access the River Garnock’s natural beauty spots and experience the health benefits being outdoors can bring.
Projects
Restoration of historical pipe organ
Kingussie Parish Church have restored their historic pipe organ, bringing it back to its original operational condition.
Projects
Youth Work and Women of Influence in Scottish Communities
YouthLink Scotland worked with five youth groups to celebrate Scotland’s forgotten women and research the achievements of influential women in their communities.
Projects
Restoration work to St Ninians Cathedral in Perthshire Highlands
The Cathedral of St Ninian belongs to the Scottish Episcopal Church. Designed by William Butterfield it was the first Cathedral to be built in the UK after the Reformation.
Projects
Crossings: An exploration of less visible maritime buildings and communities in Leith
Exploring the vibrant heritage of Leith through dance and film.
Projects
Circadius
Young people from the communities of Muirhouse and Pilton in Edinburgh have been exploring the traditions and evolution of travelling circuses.