Funding of €240,000 for Mayo conservation project

Minister of State Dara Calleary has announced €240,000 to continue conservation works to the Belleek Gate Lodge protected structure.

He stated: “This project will allow for the re-use of the structure as a residence for artists, writers, ecologists, historians, environmentalists and community engagement.

“This funding follows previously awarded grants of €95,000 and €160,000 which I secured under the Historic Towns Initiative in 2021 and 2022 – the completed project will add immensely to the attractiveness of Ballina as a centre of learning and town of significant historic importance."