Ulster-Scots Talks and Events Grants

Ulster-Scots Talks and Events Grants are available to assist Ulster-Scots heritage-based talks and events that take place in the Ards and North Down Borough between 1 October 2026 and 31 March 2027

Round 2 Ulster-Scots Talks and Events Grant opens for applications on Tuesday 6 October 2026.

Ulster-Scots Talks and Events Fund

The Ards and North Down Borough Council’s Ulster-Scots Talks and Events Funding is designed to assist publicly-accessible Ulster-Scots heritage talks and events which take place in the North Down and Ards District.

Who can apply?

Constituted historical societies and heritage-interest groups located in the borough, or Ulster-Scots heritage talks and events that are of benefit to residents within the borough.

What is available?

A maximum grant of £125 for a talk and £250 for an event is available. 

Application Deadline:

This is a rolling grant process open from October 2026, and funding will be allocated until the grant budget is exhausted. All applications must be submitted at least 6 weeks before funding is required. 

The final date for submissions is 17 February 2027. 

The Application Process can take up to 4 weeks from date of submission.

How do I apply?

Criteria Document and the Application Form can be downloaded below.

Please read the full Ulster-Scots Talks and Events Grant Criteria document before completing your application.

Please return the completed form to: heritagegrants@ardsandnorthdown.gov.uk