We’re honoured to receive a 2026 European Heritage / Europa Nostra Award for our work improving energy efficiency in heritage buildings.
Support OPW in the Public Choice Award—vote by 12 May and help showcase Ireland’s leadership! 👉 https://vote.europanostra.org/ #EuropeanHeritage
Europa Nostra
Group of ten people posing on stage at an event about improving energy efficiency in heritage properties, holding informational booklets.
Engineer wearing an OPW hard hat uses a surveying instrument outdoors under a partly cloudy sky.
Four-story brick building with multiple windows and a central arched entrance on a quiet street.
Honoured to receive the 2026 European Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Award for Education, Training & Skills! Proud to lead in sustainable heritage and climate action.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/Qi3g50YNo1B
#EuropeanHeritageAwards #HeritageConservation
Europa Nostra
Have your say on flood protection in Dundalk.
Join the Public Participation Day on 29 April (11:00–19:00, Gateway Hotel) to explore options and share your views.
Learn more or take part online via www.floodinfo.ie/dundalkfrs
#FloodRelief #Dundalk
Bhuail Liam le Máire Treasa Ní Dhubhghaill ón gclár "Pé Scéal É". Phléigh siad stair an Ospidéil Ríoga Chill Mhaighneann, na hothair, Eirí amach na Cásca, Brian Bóroimhe, an dornálaí Dan Donnelly, Census 1926 & neart eile.
Bíonn OOP i gcónaí an-sásta seirbhísí Gaeilge a chur ar fáil.
Seo daoibh agallamh gearr a rinne ár nOifigeach Gaeilge Liam Ó Culbáird le RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta le déanaí.
Liam Ó Culbáird, treoraí OPW. | Pé Scéal é - RTÉ Raidió na Gaeltachta share.google/B61gAMSs5RTI...
Tá an OPW ag lorg aighneachtaí ó iarratasóirí cáilithe go cuí chun tairiscint a chur ar fáil le haghaidh oibriú Seomra Tae ag Daingean Míleata Rinn Chorráin, Cionn tSáile, Co. Chorcaí.
Le haghaidh eolais, seol ríomhphost chuig sheila.joyce@opw.ie & caroline.fleming@opw.ie. Spriocdháta: 28 Aibreán.
Celebrate International Day for Monuments and Sites by discovering Ireland’s rich heritage.
Explore the extraordinary at OPW sites across the country.
Plan your visit: heritageireland.ie
#InternationalMonumentsDay #ExploreTheExtraordinary #HeritageIreland
The Three Urns, a brand-new road-trip dramedy starring Ciarán Hinds, officially opens in Irish theatres today, Friday, 17 April.
One visually striking sequences was filmed right at Beltany Stone Circle in Raphoe.
Image©Gareth Wray Photography
Watch film trailer: https://cutt.ly/atHaAVKx
Episode 2 of Tracks and Trails airs Friday 17th April on RTÉ One!
Explore Rathcroghan's ancient sites.
🔗Plan your visit HeritageIreland.ie
#Rathcroghan #Roscommon #TracksandTrails
Start your career with the OPW.
We are recruiting for:
• Carpentry & Joinery Apprenticeship
• Civil Engineering Technician Apprenticeship
Gain hands-on experience and help shape Ireland’s built heritage and infrastructure.
Apply now: gov.ie/opw
#OPW #Apprenticeships
Invitation to Roscommon County Council's public consultation on Lough Funshinagh Climate Adaptation Project route options, April 14, 2026, Athlone.
Have your say on Lough Funshinagh’s future!
Join the Public Consultation – Route Options on 14 April, 16:00–20:00 at Hodson Bay Hotel, Athlone.
Share feedback in person or online until 22 May: https://consult.roscommoncoco.ie #ClimateAction #Roscommon
Kickstart your career with the OPW.
Apply for the Horticultural Graduate Development Programme 2026 at the National Botanic Gardens.
Gain hands-on experience and expert training.
Apply: gov.ie/opwjobs
#OPWCareers #GraduateProgramme
Looking for the next step in your career? Join our two year Graduate Development Programme and redefine your tomorrow.
Apply today🔗 www.gov.ie/en/office-of-public-work...
#GraduateProgramme #CareerDevelopment #GraduateJobs
A clear river flowing through a lush green forest with text about Brosna Arterial Drainage Scheme maintenance in Offaly and Westmeath.
Have your say!
The OPW wants your feedback on the Brosna Arterial Drainage Scheme Maintenance Works in Offaly & Westmeath.
Share your views by 22 May 2026: gov.ie/opw
#HaveYourSay #OPW #Offaly #Westmeath
Aerial view of a star-shaped coastal fortress with green lawns and stone walls surrounded by water on one side.
Café concession opportunity at Charles Fort — a key stop on the Wild Atlantic Way.
1-year contract (with extension options).
Closing date: 28 April 2026
Email for details: sheila.joyce@opw.ie / caroline.fleming@opw.ie
#OPW #Kinsale #Hospitality
Green recruitment poster for OPW listing open roles including electrician, part-time constable, senior draughtsperson, and carpentry apprenticeship.
Féach ar ár bhfolúntais reatha agus faigh amach conas is féidir leat todhchaí níos fearr a thosú leis an OPW.
Check out our current vacancies and find out how you can start a better future with the OPW.
➡️ gov.ie/opwjobs
A new cultural programme has launched at Castletown House.
Enjoy concerts, talks, exhibitions & tours throughout 2026.
Learn more: https://cutt.ly/ntFhx69o
Book tickets: eventbrite.ie
#HeritageIreland #CastletownHouse #OPW #IrishHeritage #ThingsToDoIreland #CulturalProgramme #ExploreTheExtraordinary
Tracks and Trails returns this Friday, 10 April, at 8.30pm on RTÉ One.
The first episode features Carlingford Castle – a Norman citadel rich in history and legend, said to mirror the sleeping giant Finn McCumhaill.
Plan your visit: heritageireland.ie
#TracksAndTrails #CarlingfordCastle RTÉ One
Historic Glendalough monastic site with round towers nestled in lush green valley under clear blue sky.
Take the 6-question Glendalough Conservation Plan survey! Share what Glendalough means to you and help shape its future. https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/3HSKHYR
#Glendalough #GlendaloughConservationManagementPlan #GlendaloughNationalPark
Office of Public Works invites applications for an apprenticeship in carpentry and joinery in Trim, Co. Meath, with earnings during training.
Start your career with the OPW.
We are recruiting an Apprentice in Carpentry and Joinery in Trim, Co. Meath. Gain hands-on experience, earn while you learn, and develop skills working on historic buildings.
Apply now: https://cutt.ly/OPWjobs
#Apprenticeship #Careers #HeritageSkills #OPW #MeathJobs
Happy Easter from all at the OPW.
To plan your visit to a site please check heritageireland.ie
#Easter #Heritage #Eggs #Fun
Met Éireann has issued a status Yellow Wind Warning. For up to date information on #StormDave please check the Met Éireann website.
#StormDave #Weather #StaySafe
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Aerial view of Royal Hospital Kilmainham surrounded by autumn trees, highlighting the historic site for the Easter Rising anniversary event.
Mark 110 years since the Easter Rising at Royal Hospital Kilmainham, 4 April, 12–5:30pm. Family re-enactments, stories & artefacts with En Garde. No tickets needed—just drop by the central courtyard.
Plan your visit: heritageireland.ie
#EasterRising110 #OPW
The Custom House building reflected in calm water with an Easter Egg Hunt event announcement featuring illustrated rabbits and flowers.
Celebrate Easter at the Custom House!
Bring the family for a free Children's Easter Egg Hunt—eggs and bunnies are hidden throughout the exhibition all Easter Weekend.
Plan your visit at heritageireland.ie.
#EasterEggHunt #CustomHouse #OPW #FamilyFun #HeritageIreland
The Kilkenny Castle Spring Programme of Garden Talks 2026 kicks off in the Parade Tower today. We hope to see you there🌳
Tuesday 31 March at 8pm: Christy Boylan
‘The Parks and Gardens of Dublin’
All talks are free and entry is on a first come first served basis.
Doors open at 7:30pm.
Don’t miss out! This Wednesday, unlock free access to nearly 40 heritage sites all over Ireland. Step into history, marvel at stunning architecture, and create unforgettable memories. Don't forget the many sites that have recently reopened.
For participating sites see: https://cutt.ly/AtmGc5H6
Ancient stone ruins of Sligo Abbey under a cloudy sky, promoting a children's Easter Bunny Hunt event with face-painting and treats.
Celebrate Easter at Sligo Abbey on 5 April, 12pm–4pm.
Free family event with Easter Bunny Hunt, face painting, colouring competition and light refreshments.
No booking required.
Plan your visit: heritageireland.ie
#SligoAbbey #EasterEvent #EasterBunnyHunt #KidsActivities #FreeEvent
Cuimhnigh go bhfuil cead isteach SAOR IN AISCE chuig roinnt láithreacha oidhreachta OPW ar an gcéad Chéadaoin sa mhí.
Um liosta iomlán uaireanta oscailte agus T&C féach le do thoil: heritageireland.ie - Nasc san Bio
Ross Castle stands tall under a clear blue sky with green grass surrounding its stone walls, inviting visitors to a treasure hunt event.
A free wildflower-themed Easter Hunt takes place at Ross Castle from 2 to 6 April. Find hidden eggs, solve the word and receive a small bag of native Irish wildflower seeds. Open daily 9.30am to 5pm, last tour 4.55pm. No booking required.
👉heritageireland.ie
#RossCastle #EasterHunt
Féach ar ár bhfolúntais reatha agus faigh amach conas is féidir leat todhchaí níos fearr a thosú leis an OPW.
Check out our current vacancies and find out how you can start a better future with the OPW.
➡️ gov.ie/opwjobs
