Welcome to Landscape
Rather than reiterating the evidence of the past, it is the Heritage Council's intent to set out a vision for the Irish landscape in the future. According to the Heritage Act, 1995 [pdf 96kb], 'landscape' includes areas, sites, vistas and features of significant scenic, archaeological, geological, historical, ecological or other scientific interest. Our vision is that the Irish landscape will be a dynamic, living landscape, one which accommodates the physical and spiritual needs of people, with the needs of nature in a harmonious manner, and as a result, bring long-term benefits to both.
LATEST NEWS
Lough Derg Heritage Trail Apps Apps, Brochures and DVDs just Launched
The app has detailed descriptions of trails around Lough Derg with all the points of interest along the way.
UPCOMING EVENTS
OPW Tara Lecture Series
July- Various lecture series are running throughout the month of July at the Hill of Tara Visitor Centre.
FEATURED INITIATIVE
Landscape Character Assessment: CPD Training Course
This all-island, multi-disciplinary CPD training course has been of value to those whose professional work impinges on the Irish landscape. This includes planners, landscape architects, archaeologists, ecologists, architects and engineers.
RECENT PUBLICATIONS
Historic Landscape Characterisation in Ireland - Best Practice Guidance (2013)
Drawing on a variety of disciplines such as archaeology, geography and architecture, Historic Landscape Characterisation attempts to describe and document the character of different landscapes.