Northern Ireland
From Belfast’s rich industrial and maritime heritage, to luscious landscapes and parks, to museums bursting with the stories of local people, Northern Ireland has it all.
We’re proud to play a role in protecting and celebrating Northern Ireland’s vibrant places, coastal landscapes, historic sites and diverse heritage. It’s part of our vision for heritage to be valued, cared for and sustained for everyone, now and in the future.
Get inspiration for your project
Take a look below at project case studies and latest news from your area.
Our National Lottery Heritage Grants funding programme is open – if you have an idea for a project in Northern Ireland, we would love to hear from you. Grants are available from £10,000 up to £10m.
Our regular funding advice sessions are a great opportunity to:
- find out about our funding
- get tips on how to make a good application
- network with other organisations from your area
Upcoming events led by the Northern Ireland team
You can also meet our team at one the following events (see event web page for further information and to book):
8 October
- Get to Know Us: The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Dromore (in person)
12 October
- Get to Know Us: The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Keady (in person)
20 October
- Get to Know Us: The National Lottery Heritage Fund, Portadown (in person)
Thinking about applying to us for a grant of up to £250,000? Submit a Project Enquiry to get feedback on your project idea before making a full application. We'll get back to you within 10 working days.
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We work flexibly and conduct some of our day-to-day business from home.
Please send all items electronically via northernireland@heritagefund.org.uk and not by post.
Contact details
Email: northernireland@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 028 9592 1901 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Postal address:
Arthur House
41 Arthur Street
Belfast, BT1 4GB
Projects
Belfast’s newest exhibition exploring conflict and legacy
A new exhibition is sharing the prison experiences of Loyalist political prisoners at Long Kesh and their contributions to peacebuilding following release.
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Securing a sustainable future for the People's Hall
Our investment has helped bring St Columb's Hall back into community ownership and is funding improvements to make it welcoming, accessible and no longer at risk.
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Building Next Generation Traditional Skills
Addressing a skills gap and building a strong supply chain of skilled craftspeople to repair and maintain heritage buildings is the aim of this four-year project.
Projects
Restoring and sustaining the Mourne and Ring of Gullion landscape
Northern Ireland’s first Landscape Connections project is bringing people together to make a difference for nature and heritage.
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Protecting the Strangford and Lecale landscape
Covering over 90,600 hectares, this Landscape Connections project will restore habitats at scale and support communities to lead nature recovery.
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Reviving Ballycastle Museum – the gateway to a coastal community
A listed 18th-century courthouse and market building in Ballycastle’s Conservation Area will undergo conservation repairs. Together, they’ll become a dedicated space for exploring local heritage.
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Bringing 125 years of hospital history to life
Belfast Health and Social Care Trust is leading a three-year project to mark the 125th anniversary of the Royal Victoria Hospital and establish a social and medical history collection.
Stories
Grantee Q&A: the Heritage Fund’s flexibility in supporting natural heritage surprised me
Projects
Honouring women’s migration stories
First Steps Women’s Centre is recording the experiences of migrant women who have made Mid Ulster their home.
Stories
New investment is reawakening Ulster Folk Museum
Publications
Northern Ireland: delegated decisions September 2026
News
Seven historic buildings we’re funding to become community hubs
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Northern Ireland: delegated decisions July 2026
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Northern Ireland: delegated decisions April 2026
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Northern Ireland: delegated decisions June 2026
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Northern Ireland: committee decisions June 2026
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Northern Ireland: delegated decisions May 2026
Stories
Grantee Q&A: how Ballycastle Museum pivoted from project-ending issues to success
Projects
Bringing women’s legacy in Northern Ireland to life
Our funding supported the extraORDINARYwomen project at Linen Hall, Belfast, helping to preserve and celebrate the often-overlooked contributions of women in Northern Ireland’s history.
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Reconnecting people and nature at Divis and the Black Mountain
In 2004, National Lottery players’ support helped The National Trust purchase Divis and the Black Mountain. Now our £3million grant is restoring its natural habitat and improving access for local communities.
News
We’re investing in five more UK landscapes to support nature and communities
Stories