News | National Heritage Week 16th – 24th August 2025

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National Heritage Week 2025 Awards County Winners

The County Award recognises the work of many groups and volunteers across Ireland for National Heritage Week. Through their dedication and work they contribute to making National Heritage Week a festival that can be enjoyed by all. Here are the County winners for each local authority area.

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National Heritage Week Awards 2025 - Winners and Runners-up Announced

The 2025 National Heritage Week Awards ceremony took place on Friday 17th October celebrating the best of Ireland's heritage enthusiasts who promote and preserve Ireland's built, natural and cultural heritage.

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National Heritage Week 2025 Heritage Hero

The Heritage Council is delighted to share that the 2025 National Heritage Week Heritage Hero has been awarded to Paula Harvey for her dedicated work and volunteerism advocating for Donegal's built and cultural heritage.

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Announcing the 2025 National Heritage Week National Finalists

The 2025 National Heritage Week Awards recognise the work of National Heritage Week event organisers in creating and running events that highlight our built, natural and cultural heritage. took place all over Ireland for National Heritage Week.

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Heritage Open Doors: Unique Properties Opening Their Doors for National Heritage Week 2025

National Heritage Week’s Heritage Open Doors Initiative, which has been running in Cork city for the last 20 years, has been extended across Ireland this year for the very first time.

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Best Family-Friendly National Heritage Week 2025 Events Across Ireland

National Heritage Week 2025 (16-24 August) is the perfect chance to explore Ireland’s cultural, built and natural heritage together as a family.