Midsomer Norton High Street is going to be revived as part of a £95 million heritage boost fund from the government.

The town is one of 69 in England which will see its High Street revitalised by the £95 million cash injection.

The project is the biggest ever single investment by Government in the UK's built heritage, and projects across the country will be using the money to transform disused historic buildings into shops, houses and community centres.

Funding will help traditional businesses adapt to better compete with online outlets.

Increasing competition from online outlets is putting high streets across the country under growing pressure.

As part of the Government's drive to help high streets adapt to changing consumer habits, the £95 million funding will provide a boost that it is hoped will breathe new life into historic buildings and areas in towns and cities.

The initiative will be funded by combining £40 million from the Department for Digital, Culture Media and Sport's Heritage High Street Fund with £52 million from the Ministry of Housing, Communities and Local Government's Future High Street Fund.

Three million pounds will be provided by the National Lottery Heritage Fund to support a cultural programme to engage people in the life and history of their high streets.

The investment builds on the Heritage Action Zones programme, run by Historic England, and will turn empty and underused buildings into creative spaces, offices, retail outlets and housing to support wider regeneration in the 69 successful areas by attracting future commercial investment.

Midsomer Norton Nub News has contacted Historic England to get further details on what the money will be put towards specifically in Midsomer Norton.

Culture Secretary Nicky Morgan said: "Our nation's heritage is one of our great calling cards to the world, attracting millions of visitors to beautiful historic buildings that sit at the heart of our communities.

"It is right that we ensure these buildings are preserved for future generations but it is important that we make them work for the modern world.

"This £95 million will help breathe new life into high streets all over England, benefiting businesses, supporting our much-loved buildings and helping to make our communities more attractive places to live, work and visit."

The funding will be used for a variety of projects, including:

To complete essential repair works in historic buildings and reveal hidden and forgotten features of buildings by restoring shop-fronts and facades.

Stimulate commercial investment in high streets by demonstrating how historic sites can be successfully repurposed.

Develop education projects and bespoke events to help reposition historic buildings as community hubs at the heart of local towns and villages.

Help address the UK wide skills shortage of heritage professionals in expert fields like stonemasonry and conservation by providing local property owners, residents and businesses with the opportunity to train in these areas.

Historic England's chief executive, Duncan Wilson said: "Our high streets are the beating hearts of our communities.

"Many have roots that go back hundreds of years. Their historic buildings and distinctive character tell the story of how our towns and cities have changed over time.

"They are places where people come together to socialise, shop, run businesses and be part of their local community, but now they face an uncertain future.

"Through physical improvements and cultural activities, we will work with partners to find new ways to regenerate our high streets.

"It is a challenge, but with our experience and track record, as well as the knowledge and passion of local councils, businesses and community groups our historic high streets can be thriving social hubs once more."