Neighbourhood Heritage Grants

About the Open Call

The Neighbourhood Heritage Grants fund supports communities to use heritage as a way of shaping the future of their local places. Projects must be co-created with communities, particularly those experiencing socio-economic disadvantage, ethnic minority communities, disabled or neurodivergent individuals, and LGBTQ+ communities. Projects should demonstrate a clear place-based focus and connect with heritage that is valued locally, whether designated or not. The program is specifically for new projects and requires active community involvement in decision-making.

What is Offered

21 grants of up to £15,000 each.

Requirements

Projects must be co-created, focused on communities within IMD1-3 areas, and work with underrepresented groups. The applicant must be a lead organization, but projects can be collaborative.

How to Apply

Download the guidance, application form, and budget spreadsheet from the website. Submit the completed application form via email to neighbourhood.heritage.grants@historicengland.org.uk by 23:59 on Friday, 27 November 2026.