Heritage Conservation Grants

The Leche Trust's Heritage Conservation Grants support the conservation of historically, artistically and culturally significant buildings and objects dating from before 1837 that are in urgent need of remedial treatment. Items must be in public or charitable ownership and accessible to the public. These grants typically fund the conservation of historic objects, works of art and architectural decorations and fittings of artistic merit, including individual paintings, sculpture and monuments, wall paintings and non-structural architectural fittings such as decorative plaster work and panelling. The program also considers applications relating to archaeological finds, items within archives and libraries, and other decorative art objects. Applications must be accompanied by a fully costed estimate and condition assessment carried out by an appropriately qualified conservator, normally Accredited with the Institute of Conservation (ICON). The Trust also supports applications to fund costs related to the completion of a full conservation survey and assessment, in cases where a more detailed understanding of conservation priorities and potential works is required. Grants are paid on completion of the project, and recipients must acknowledge the Leche Trust in any publicity material connected to the project.