ABOUT US
Heritage | People | Place
​Connecting people and communities to their past, through place-based action to celebrate, protect and maintain local heritage.
Heritage is more than old buildings and artefacts — it is also the stories, skills, landscapes, and lived experiences that shape who we are. The Heritage Circle CIC was founded on a simple belief: when communities understand, celebrate, maintain and protect their heritage, they become stronger, more confident, and more connected.
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Based in Northern Ireland and working across the region, The Heritage Circle CIC designs and delivers projects that involve, inspire, educate, and empower people to engage with the heritage around them. Our work brings together communities, organisations, and partners to explore the past, and make it part of a bright and sustainable future.
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​The Heritage Circle is a community interest company, meaning that profits are put back into our work for heritage and community benefit. Find out more about what we do.
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Our Mission:
To strengthen Northern Ireland’s heritage sector by providing expert consultancy, robust governance support, and meaningful community engagement. We help organisations value, celebrate, maintain and protect heritage in ways that deliver social value, build organisational resilience, and create long‑term benefits for people and place.
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Our Vision:
A Northern Ireland where heritage is a catalyst for community wellbeing, local identity, and sustainable regeneration. The Heritage Circle CIC will be recognised as the region’s most trusted partner for heritage strategy, governance excellence, and impactful, community‑centred delivery.
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Our Values:
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Community
We believe heritage belongs to everyone. Our work prioritises participation, co‑creation, and shared ownership.
Integrity
We operate with transparency, professionalism, and respect — from safeguarding and governance to data protection and ethical practice.
Creativity
We use storytelling, digital methods, and innovative engagement techniques to make heritage meaningful and enjoyable.
Impact
We focus on outcomes that matter: heritage is better valued, understood, people develop connections, new skills, and a deeper sense of place.​​
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