The award-winning Thatch Repair Grant Scheme is now open for applications until 1st of April on the Donegal County Council website.

The scheme, which is now in its eight year, assists the owners and occupiers of historic thatched dwellings and businesses with maintenance and repair.

It allows for small-scale thatch repairs from €500 to €3,000 and has supported over 150 repairs throughout the county.

Joseph Gallagher, Heritage Officer spoke to Ocean FM News about the conservation of rope thatch and where to apply.

The award-winning Thatch Repair Grant Scheme is now open for applications until 1st of April on the Donegal County Council website.
The scheme, which is now in its eight year, assists the owners and occupiers of historic thatched dwellings and businesses with maintenance and repair.
It allows for small-scale thatch repairs from &euro;500 to &euro;3,000 and has supported over 150 repairs throughout the county.
Joseph Gallagher, Heritage Officer spoke to Ocean FM News about the conservation of rope thatch and where to apply.

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