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
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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Contact details
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.
Email: northernireland@heritagefund.org.uk
Telephone: 028 9592 1901 (Monday to Friday, 9.00am–5.00pm)
Arthur House
41 Arthur Street
Belfast, BT1 4GB
Belfast office location on map
Visiting and access
If you wish to visit us in person, please email or call us in advance to book an appointment.
There is step-free access via the main entrance to the lift lobby. There are lifts to reception on the second floor and a platform lift on this floor to the kitchen.

News
Apply for £70,000 grants to support built heritage regeneration organisations

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Nominate your heritage project and people for a £5,000 award

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More than £24million awarded to heritage projects across the UK

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Free entry and special offers at hundreds of heritage places this spring

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Join our free events to build digital skills and influence policy

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Introducing Heritage 2033, our new 10-year strategy

Videos
The power of heritage

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A new dawn for St Columb’s Hall as future is secured

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Heritage organisations collaborating to tackle workforce challenges

Projects
New Peacemakers Museum explores community journey from conflict to peace
A new community heritage museum has opened at the Gasyard Centre in Spring 2024.

Stories
Why you should involve people with lived experience in your heritage project

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