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The Wolfson Foundation is currently applications for its Funding for Historic Buildings and Landscapes 2026. Interested applicants are encouraged to click here to learn more about this opportunity and apply for it.
Opportunity Details
The Wolfson Foundation Funding for Historic Buildings and Landscapes supports organisations managing sites of outstanding historic, architectural, or cultural significance.
Funding range: £15,000 – £100,000 per project
Frequency: Twice-yearly application rounds (decisions in June and December)
Use of funds: Conservation, restoration, interpretation, and visitor engagement initiatives
Matching requirements: Typically, at least 25% of capital costs must be raised before Stage 2 submission
Eligible applicants must meet the following criteria:
Registered or exempt UK charities or local authorities
Organisations managing sites of national historic, architectural, or cultural significance
Sites must allow public access or public engagement
Ineligible applicants or projects include:
Private owners of heritage assets
Individuals
Projects involving purchase of land or existing buildings
Overheads, salaries, running costs, promotional materials, or loan repayment
Projects already completed
Applications are submitted in two stages
Required information includes:
Organisation details: name, address, charity number (if applicable), head of organisation, contact person
Background of the organisation and previous relevant experience
Project title and brief summary
Site details: location, ownership, tenure, listed building status
Collections benefiting, visitor numbers, project timetable
Total project cost, funds already raised, funding shortfall
Signed audited accounts for the last two years
Confirmation of support from the Chief Executive
Stage 1 notes: Additional details like previous Wolfson funding, optional notes, or endorsements may be included.
Invited applicants must provide:
Evidence of funds raised for at least 25% of project costs
All necessary planning permissions in place
Detailed project plan, including restoration methodology, milestones, and sustainability measures
Decision timelines: Stage 1 applications are reviewed before Stage 2 invitations. Funding decisions are made in June and December.
Apply for The Wolfson Foundation Funding for Historic Buildings and Landscapes
