What we fund
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The National Lottery Heritage Fund
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# What we fund
# What we fund
We fund a broad range of projects that connect people and communities to the UK's heritage.
## What is heritage?
We don’t define heritage. We ask you to tell us what you think is important and should be preserved. [...] From historic buildings, our industrial legacy and the natural environment, to collections, traditions, stories and more – heritage can be anything from the past that you value and want to pass on to future generations.
## Your heritage project could include:
## Projects we've funded
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Discover some of the projects we have funded already [...] ## What you can spend the money on
The money you get for your project can be used for:
## What you can’t spend the money on
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## Do you require further help with your application?
We want to make sure our funding is open and accessible to all. We have set out a plan to meet people’s access needs, from translation services to digital application support.
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Eligibility
- ✓ heritage projects
- ✓ United Kingdom
- ✓ nature
- ✓ designed landscapes
- ✓ oral history
- ✓ cultural traditions
- ✓ commemorations
- ✓ community archaeology
How to apply
You can apply for funding by following the guidelines provided on the application page.
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Last verified: 29 March 2026