Architectural Heritage Fund (AHF): Heritage Revival Fund
End Date: 12/14/2026
The Heritage Revival Fund has been created to help communities across England rescue and repurpose neglected historic buildings. It will do this by supporting community organisations to take ownership of, adapt and reuse the local heritage assets that matter to them, transforming them into thriving spaces that meet their needs. The programme is focused on regenerating historic buildings in town centre locations.
The Heritage Revival Fund is being delivered by the Architectural Heritage Fund in partnership with the Department for Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) and Historic England, and forms part of the government’s wider £1.5bn investment in arts and culture.
It is open to charities and social enterprises in England seeking to take ownership of and/or adapt historic buildings for community uses.
Funding is available to support projects from the earliest stages through to capital works, including feasibility studies, development of business plans, design, surveys, and the costs of conserving and repairing buildings.
The application process is a two stage process:
- Stage 1 – Submit an Expression of Interest anytime.
- Stage 2 – If your project is a close match with funding priorities, you will be invited to submit a full application. It normally take 3-4 months to assess Capital Grant applications.
Before submitting an Expression of Interest please review the Heritage Revival Fund guidance for Capital Grants.