As a nation, we are lucky enough to be able to enjoy a rich diversity of heritage. It comes in many forms, from the archaeology under our feet, historic parks, popular museums, buildings we love to visit and precious memories and collections we cherish, to the sweeping landscapes and rare wildlife we fight to protect, and languages and cultural traditions celebrating who we are. Our heritage is tirelessly safeguarded and conserved by skilled and committed individuals and organisations who ensure this legacy survives to educate and entertain us, and future generations to come.
This comes at a significant cost. But 30 years ago, the future for heritage began to look a little brighter with the introduction of the National Lottery in November 1994 and its decreed 25% allocation of money raised to "good causes". In the same year, the Heritage Lottery Fund was established to administer the slice of this income awarded to "projects involving the local, regional and national heritage." Rebranded as the National Lottery Heritage Fund five years ago, it has followed a remit to value, care for and sustain the UK's heritage and remains its largest dedicated funder. Over the past three decades, the fund has seen at least £8.6bn of National Lottery money awarded and distributed to more than 47,000 heritage projects across the UK.
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It's a Lottery
Claire Saul celebrates 30 years of the National Lottery Heritage Fund, which supports heritage projects across the United Kingdom
In Memoriam
Michael Foley pays his respects to those who have made the ultimate sacrifice
Leader of the Pack
Paul Williams examines the history of War Horse
French Fancies
Alain Carraze explains how cult British shows are perceived as the best on television in France
Redheads & Rollers
Simon Stabler talks to Crossroads' Tony Adams
Bringing Memories Back to Life
Richard Haines on the importance of making the most of your vintage photographs
POSTCARD FROM KENT
Bob Barton investigates a network of caves, takes a ride on a thriving heritage railway, and marvels at the beauty of the garden of England
Laughter in the Air
Chris Hallam remembers writer, television presenter and comedian Barry Took
My Good Old Days
Tim Quinn takes us behind the scenes of Leeds City Varieties
The Battersea Bardot
David Barnes remembers the star of Cathy Come Home