Donagh Old Graveyard

Settled on a hillside close to Glaslough village, Donagh Old Graveyard is associated with St.Patrick, and indeed is very close to Armagh where Patrick established a church.  Within this protected graveyard there are the ruins of a medieval church, the 17^th century Donagh cross, two cross-bases, two seventeenth century grave-slabs and a cross-shaped headstone dated 1666 as well as numerous examples of headstones with intricate evocative folk art inscribed upon them. Recorded onsite, in this podcast you will hear from the local community associations, religious representatives, archaeologist and heritage specialists on why the site matters and on how a conservation plan is under development for this important place.

The Tin Church

Constructed from corrugated iron, the Tin Church in Laragh has had an interesting life, from construction, de-consecration, dereliction, conservation and now it’s re-use as a vibrant space cherished by the community and visitors alike. It is now a protected structure of national importance and has profile which enhances and provides a focus in the village.  In this podcast, recorded in the church, you will hear from the people who saved the church and brought it into the heart of their community, and from heritage specialists who advised along the way.

Mullyash Cairn

Situated on the border with County Armagh, the impressive Mullyash Cairn is a megalithic tomb with a rich cultural heritage of Lughnasa traditions.  It is protected and in state guardianship as a national monument.  With impressive views across the landscape, thousands of years ago the builders of this monument chose their site with prominence in mind.  In this podcast, we hear from local people about the importance of the site and their efforts to protect and celebrate it, and from the Clogher Historical Society who have been supporting their efforts.

Sliabh Beagh

The blanket bog plateau of Sliabh Beagh or Bragan in North Monaghan, Tyrone and Fermanagh is a special place for nature, hosting many rare species including the Hen Harrier and endangered Curlew. It provides water supplies and is an important carbon sink. It is a protected European site and a landscape where people come to walk and enjoy the health benefits of being in a quality outdoor environment.  In this podcast recorded onsite, we hear from walkers, local people, conservationists, bird watchers and heritage specialists about why Sliabh Beagh matters and how it makes a difference to our lives.

Listen to the podcast here:

Heritage Ireland 2030 Consultation

Monaghan County Council Heritage Office will be holding an open information and advice evening from 4:30pm – 8:00pm in the Market House, Monaghan on Thursday 7 February 2019 for anyone interested in engaging with the submission process for the new National Heritage Plan.  The last heritage plan was published in 2002, so it’s important to get involved now during this “policy window” as so many things have changed since then, primarily the number of people involved in heritage projects and the growing expertise at a local level.  We’d love to help you get involved to make your submission.

Details of the local event in Monaghan:

Heritage Ireland 2030 – Our new National Heritage Plan

Monaghan Have Your Say

The Market House, Monaghan Town.

Thursday 7 February 2019

4:30 – 8:00pm

For details on the National Heritage Plan and the consultation document , please see: https://www.chg.gov.ie/heritage/heritageireland2030/

Have your say:

• Have your say by email (heritageireland2030@chg.gov.ie)
• Have your say online (survey monkey)
• Have your say by post (Custom House, Dublin 1, D01 W6XO)
• Attend a workshop (details to be announced)

 

(Please note that the deadline for submissions on Heritage Ireland 2030 has been extended until 31 March 2019.)

 

Heritage Ireland 2030– a new national heritage plan

• Heritage Ireland 2030 is the Government’s commitment to a revitalised and refreshed National Heritage Plan.
• Heritage Ireland 2030 will recognise the vital role our heritage plays in our community, our economy and our society.
• Heritage Ireland 2030 will be a coherent, comprehensive and inspiring framework of values, principles and strategic priorities which will guide and inform the heritage sector over the next decade.
• Heritage Ireland 2030 will enshrine the shared responsibility of people, communities, businesses and local and national Government in protecting our heritage and ensuring it is cared for into the future.
• Heritage Ireland 2030 will help us enjoy, understand and care for our heritage.

Heritage Ireland 2030 will be formed around three Themes, built on a vision of our heritage being valued and protected for future generations, cherished and enjoyed:

Each of these Themes will have specific actions and objectives, shaped by this public consultation.