Publications
Placing heritage at the heart of communities
We compare the findings of our two £22m Great Place Schemes to learn how culture and heritage can drive positive change locally.
Publications
A review of green finance in the UK
Exploring new approaches to investment in natural heritage and support for nature’s recovery.
Videos
Glasgow’s Burrell Collection reopens after six-year, £68.25million refurbishment
The transformation – part funded by £16.5m from the Heritage Fund – has made the museum greener and increased gallery space by 35%.
News
Revamped North Yorkshire museum reveals new name
Cleveland Ironstone Mining Museum in North Yorkshire to be renamed Land of Iron when it reopens in autumn 2022.
Minister for Heritage, Nigel Huddleston, at YHA Ironbridge Coalport with Manager and Deputy Manager Ben Platt (left) and Andrew Philipson (right).
News
Charity YHA awarded almost £1million from the Culture Recovery Fund
The organisation – which provides hostel stays and experiences to improve mental and physical wellbeing for young people – is receiving a financial boost to help it recover from the pandemic.
Simon Thurley, Chair of the Heritage Fund, walking between Chantelle Lindsay and Bobbi Benjamin-Wand, from London Wildlife Trust, at Camley Street Natural Park in London. Image © Broni Lloyd-Edwards.
News
£5million to improve access to nature and combat climate change
We’re partnering with The Wildlife Trusts to bring nature to the heart of communities across the UK, as part of our Platinum Jubilee legacy investment.
News
Celebrating two years of Digital Skills for Heritage
This month we are marking two years of our Digital Skills for Heritage initiative by looking at how far we’ve come, and where we’re going next.
Videos
Inspiration for your heritage project
Engagement Manager Debbie Cooper explores what 'heritage' can mean and shares examples of projects we've funded in the Midlands & East of England.
A World of Good exhibition
News
Four projects shortlisted for excellence in environmental sustainability
Low-carbon renovations and exhibitions featuring recycled materials and strong environmental messages recognised in this year's Museums + Heritage Sustainable Project of the Year shortlist.
Stories
Restoration begins at iconic 1930s Saltdean Lido
A £7.5million restoration project has begun to bring Saltdean Lido back to its former glory, part-funded by The National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Videos
How Digital Skills for Heritage has helped us
To celebrate two years of Digital Skills for Heritage, we spoke to grantees about how it has benefited their organisations.
Lucy Crompton-Reid, Wikimedia UK Chief Executive
Videos
Working with digital volunteers
Lucy Crompton-Reid, Wikimedia UK Chief Executive, tells us how to inspire and engage digital volunteers.
Blogs
Dr Sheree Mack: passion projects and empowering women
Dr Sheree Mack, co-ordinator of the National Lottery-funded Wayfinding project, discusses leadership, role models and how we can help all women thrive.
Publications
Driving long-term positive change through place-based funding
We investigate the impact of our funding for placemaking and explore how our we can better support people and places to thrive across the UK.
WWT Castle Espie Wetland Centre is offering 2-for-1 entry.
Credit: Sam Stafford/WWT.
Stories
Special offers at stunning heritage sites across the UK
Hundreds of heritage venues across the UK are offering special offers for National Lottery players between for National Lottery Open Week – discover some of our favourites.
Opening of the geothermal pool
Stories
Case study: Penzance Jubilee Pool
Penzance's Jubilee Pool won Sustainable Project of the Year at the Museums + Heritage Awards 2021
Blogs
How ‘small’ grants can make a big impact for communities
Our Director of Wales marks St David’s Day by reflecting on how the wisdom of the Welsh patron saint can bring communities closer to their heritage.
Festival artwork for Wondrous Stories. Credit: Dan Tucker
News
Exciting programme of cultural events for Birmingham 2022 Festival
Birmingham 2022 Festival announces its six-month-long programme of events, bringing together sports, heritage and culture to showcase the West Midlands’ unique character.