Publications & Reports

Best Practice in Community Management of Heritage-Rich Landscapes

Best Practice in Community Management of Heritage-Rich Landscapes

Built/Urban Heritage & Archaeology Natural Heritage & Biodiversity Landscapes

Research examining how communities across Ireland and beyond are managing heritage-rich landscapes. Drawing on ten case studies, a national survey, and an extensive review of legislation, policy and practice, it explores community engagement, the balance between conservation and socio-economic viability, and the mechanisms that support place-based landscape management.

Published 2025.

  • Published by: The Heritage Council
  • Author(s): 12Foot Insight Ltd
Heritage Council Landscape Report Final

PDF (5.099 MB)
TY Adopt a Monument

TY Adopt a Monument

General Built/Urban Heritage & Archaeology Education & Training

A local heritage stewardship module for Transition Year teachers and students.

Based on the Heritage Council’s Adopt a Monument: Guidance for Community Archaeology Projects. 

  • Published by: The Heritage Council
  • Author(s): The Heritage Council
TY Adopt a Monument Guide

PDF (9.03 MB)
Havens for Nature: Supporting Biodiversity in Faith Grounds

Havens for Nature: Supporting Biodiversity in Faith Grounds

Natural Heritage & Biodiversity

This guide supports faith communities to take simple, well-judged actions for biodiversity on their grounds, in ways that respect the natural, built and cultural heritage of each place. 

It was developed by the Heritage Council in partnership with faith communities and builds on existing biodiversity guidance from organisations including the National Biodiversity Data Centre, An Taisce, BirdWatch Ireland and Clare County Council.

  • Published by: The Heritage Council
Havens for Nature Supporting Biodiversity in Faith Grounds

PDF (7.644 MB)
The Economic Impact of the Heritage Sector in Ireland

The Economic Impact of the Heritage Sector in Ireland

This report provides estimates of the economic impact of the heritage sector in terms of economic output and employment.

  • Published by: The Heritage Council
  • Author(s): KPMG
Economic Impact Of Heritage Sector 2024

PDF (9.921 MB)