Farming Rathcroghan shortlisted for major archaeology award
JG O’Donoghue’s artist impression of Rathcroghan Mound, where the kings and queens of Connacht were inaugurated in a ritual “mating” with the local Earth goddess.
The Farming Rathcroghan project, aimed at protecting Rathcroghan’s rich archaeological heritage while empowering farmers to steward the land for future generations, is in line for a major archaeological award.
Farming Rathcroghan has been announced as a finalist in the 2025 Archaeological Achievement Awards, celebrating outstanding contributions to archaeology across the UK and Ireland.
Organised by the Council for British Archaeology, the awards shine a spotlight on the people, projects, and organisations using archaeology to enrich society, support wellbeing, and strengthen connections to place. Farming
Rathcroghan has been shortlisted in the Archaeology and Sustainability category.
"We are delighted to be shortlisted for this prestigious archaeology award," said Alan Healy, Community Archaeologist, Farming Rathcroghan. "It's great to see the farmers and community getting recognition for their work. This nomination is not only an honour but also highlights the importance of preserving and celebrating Ireland's rich archaeological legacy."
The winners will be revealed at a special ceremony on Friday, November 28th, held in the historic Great Hall at Queen's University Belfast.
The Farming Rathcroghan Scheme 2024-2026 is co-funded by the Government of Ireland and the European Union through the EU Just Transition Fund Programme 2021-2027.
