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Our achievements : Museums and galleries


  • HLF is a major contributor to the renewal of museums and galleries in the UK.

  • £1.17billion has gone to 2,713 museums, galleries, libraries and archive projects which include all 10 of the UK’s most visited museums.

  • More people visit museums each year than go to live sports events, theme parks or the theatre.

  • Museums and galleries make up one quarter of the UK’s visitor attractions.




ACHIEVEMENTS IN SPECIFIC HERITAGE AREAS
  • Historic environment
  • Urban regeneration
  • Children & youth
  • Education
  • Industrial, maritime & transport
  • Local heritage
  • Natural heritage
  • Museums & galleries
  • Tourism
  • Future