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€182,400 granted for 22 Waterford heritage projects

€182,400 granted for 22 Waterford heritage projects
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More than €180,000 has been announced in funding for Waterford heritage projects.

It's been allocated under the Built Heritage Investment Scheme.

In total, €182,400 has been granted for 22 projects across the county.

The scheme aims to help those responsible for historic buildings to properly care for and look after the properties.

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It can be used for repair works and general maintenance.

The largest sum awarded in Waterford was €15,000 and three local projects are getting that: The Haven Hotel in Dunmore East for joinery repair; St Anne's Church, Fews, Kilmacthomas for the same reason; and The Thatch in Aglish, Cappoquin for thatching work;

Among the other projects being funded is St Carthage's Cathedral in Lismore where €13,500 will be spent on draught-proofing windows and doors.

12 Mayors Walk in the city is also getting €7,000 for roof repairs.

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Here is the full list:

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