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
News
National Lottery Awards shortlist announced
News
Our 25-year love affair with public parks
News
Cushendun Old Church transformed into community hub
News
New app reveals hidden heritage of Portrush
News
Hillsborough Castle and Gardens reopens to the public
Blogs
How we are changing the way we work
News
7 top heritage openings to try this spring
Programme
Covid Recovery Employment and Skills Initiative for Heritage (Northern Ireland)
Projects
Templemore Baths, Belfast, Restoration Project
Ireland’s sole surviving Victorian public baths to be restored and opened up to the public.
Programme
Covid Recovery Programme for Heritage Individuals (Northern Ireland)
Projects
Seamus Heaney HomeGround Project
The Living Past project aimed to preserve the literary heritage of Seamus Heaney, and the natural heritage that inspired his works.
Projects
Restoring Florence Court’s kitchen garden to its former glory
The historic two acre kitchen garden, nestled inside the countryside estate in County Fermanagh, will be carefully restored to its original 1930s character thanks to National Lottery funding.