Heroes Return

Allowing WW2 veterans from the UK to vist the sites on which they served

Facts about this funding programme
Areas: Application open/close dates Minimum / maximum grants Total available
UK 1 April 2009 - 31 January 2011 £150 - £5,500, depending on the number of people taking part and the destination Open

Summary of the programme

WW2 veterans from the UK, Channel Islands and Republic of Ireland can apply for travel and accommodation costs to visit the places where they saw active service. They can also receive funding to take part in an official commemoration in the UK.

Are you eligible?

Veterans who fought with or alongside British forces in World War 2 and who are  resident in the UK and the Republic of Ireland. War widows and widowers of veterans are also eligible for funding, and carers and spouses can receive funding to travel with veterans.

What to do next

Contact

If you have any questions about the scheme and whether you are eligible, ring the application helpline on 0845 0000 121 or email us at general.enquiries@biglotteryfund.org.uk

Application

Useful links

Listed below are organisations that are associated with Heroes Return: