News - heritage
Large crowds expected to visit Moyne for special heritage event
There will be presentations on biodiversity, traditional music, heritage talks, and a past pupil reunion.
May 23, 2026 10:56
Over €370,000 secured for local heritage projects
The funding is provided by the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage's National Built Heritage Service.
Jan 24, 2026 11:29
Heritage sites across the region see increase in visitors
The OPW revealed earlier this week that 13.8m visitors visited its heritage sites across the country in 2024.
Mar 29, 2025 13:17
Funding boost for three Shannonside town centres
26 town centres nationally are set to benefit from funding of up to €200,000 each under the Town Centre First Heritage Revival Scheme.
May 24, 2024 13:32
Over €450,000 in funding announced for local built heritage projects
Roscommon has received the highest amount of funding in the region with over €200,000.
Mar 15, 2024 13:50
Shannonside Region to benefit from derelict buildings transformation fund
The scheme will provide local authorities with funding of between €2m and €7m to refurbish disused heritage buildings in their areas.
Feb 13, 2024 15:00
Tarmonbarry to host special Halloween celebrations this Bank Holiday
Among the activities will be a real Witch Hunt, Donkey Racing, face-painting and face-pulling, a bouncy castle and many other traditional Halloween games and traditions.
Oct 22, 2023 12:07
Positive aging celebrations to take place in Roscommon
The event is part of the Cultural Companions Programme, which is supported by Creative Ireland.
Sep 17, 2023 09:08
Public urged to secure local heritage and join new field names project
Dr Aengus Finnegan says it's not just a case of keeping the names for posterity, but encouraging people to use them in everyday conversation.
Jun 20, 2023 18:20
Failte Ireland hopes to see Granard Norman Heritage Park open in 2024
It's hoped work might begin later this year on construction.
Aug 2, 2022 08:49
Longford Farrell Clan rally to be launched next Tuesday
The 9th annual Farrell Clan Rally in Longford is set to take place from the 18th to the 22nd of July
Jun 17, 2022 18:02
Green light for restoration of old Ardagh Post Office
The building is close to 160 years old.
Jun 1, 2022 13:42
Tender published for major restoration works at historic Rahara church
The church is one of the most historic sites in County Roscommon
Aug 17, 2021 08:50
Funding announced for multiple local heritage sites
Projects across all three counties will receive money for up[grade and maintenance works
May 13, 2021 18:33Shannonside Newsletter
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