Midlands and East
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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.
Take a look below at some of the projects we have funded.
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 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
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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We work flexibly and conduct some of our day-to-day business from home.
Please send all items electronically via the email addresses below and not by post.
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.
![People dancing as part of a cultural festival at the Birmingham Commonwealth games](/sites/default/files/styles/hlf_xlarge/public/media/imgs/MicrosoftTeams-image.png.webp?itok=pRV8ELzC)
Videos
Inspiration for your heritage project
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Blogs
How Walsall’s heritage is thriving
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News
#HeritageIsOpen: ten new places to visit this summer
Projects
Wotta Lotta Culture – The Birmingham Allotment Project
This oral history project has celebrated the communities at the heart of the ‘allotment capital’ of the UK.
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Projects
Miner2Major: community works together to celebrate and protect Sherwood Forest
Sherwood Forest’s natural heritage and cultural significance has been safeguarded through Miner2Major, a five-year Landscape Partnership Scheme led by Nottinghamshire County Council.
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Publications
England, Midlands & East: delegated decisions June 2024
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Publications
England, Midlands & East: delegated decisions May 2024
Projects
Lincolnshire communities benefitting from nature recovery programme
The Wilder Connections project is involving people in protecting and restoring nature, boosting their skills and wellbeing.
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Projects
Our Common Cause: Upland Commons
A 25-partner project awarded £2.3million to secure the future of upland commons across four treasured landscapes for people and nature.
Projects
Norwich Castle: Royal Palace Reborn
Norfolk Museums Service, part of Norfolk County Council, is turning back time to create an immersive and accessible experience of the Norman castle’s history.
Publications
England, Midlands & East: Committee decisions June 2024
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Publications
England, Midlands & East: delegated decisions April 2024
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Projects
Charnwood Forest Landscape Partnership Scheme
Seventeen partners are collaborating to enhance access, management and engagement with Charnwood Forest’s 600-million-year-old story.
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Projects
Martens on the Move: long-term recovery for pine martens
Over the next four years, the Martens on the Move project will work with local communities to improve the habitat for pine martens.
Publications