Guidance for peatland restoration and the historic environment in Northern Ireland

Department for Communities, 2026
Guidance for peatland restoration and the historic environment in Northern Ireland Download document

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Sustainability, Environment, Development & Planning

Abstract

Provides guidance on embedding heritage considerations into peatland restoration works from the beginning. Covers: key principles, assessment and planning the project, types of archaeological remains in peatlands, specific considerations, best practices for restoration, opportunities for enhancement, reporting and compliance.

History

First published: 3 August 2026. Produced by: Historic Environment Division.

Subjects

  • Planning and development
  • Environmental planning/land
  • Soil
  • Natural environment
  • Habitats
  • Heritage planning

Publisher History

The Department for Communities (DFC) is one of nine Northern Ireland departments, which has strategic responsibility for equality, anti-poverty, sports, arts and culture, languages, finding employment, historic environment, housing, regeneration, benefits and pensions, community and voluntary sector development, social legislation and child support. Previously known as Department for Social Development; Department of Employment and Learning; Department of Enterprise, Trade and Investment; Department of the Environment for Northern Ireland; Department of Culture, Arts and Leisure; and the Office of the First Minister and deputy First Minister.

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