Fermanagh Trust

07/10/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us at Fermanagh House today for our free Energy Advice Workshop, delivered by National Energy Action NI

There are still spaces available for tomorrow’s workshop, taking place:

📅 Thursday 8 October
⏰ 10.00am–12.30pm
📍 Fermanagh House, Enniskillen

The workshop will provide practical advice on keeping your home warmer, saving money on energy bills, using energy more efficiently, reducing heat loss, damp and condensation and accessing available energy support.

The workshop is free and open to everyone, but places are limited.

To book: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/iFGLQF996x
Alternatively, email [email protected]

07/10/2026

Free OCN Level 2 Award in Community Development

Are you a volunteer, committee member, community leader or staff member working in the community and voluntary sector?

Applications are now open for a free, accredited OCN NI Level 2 Award in Community Development, delivered through the Investing in Community Volunteers Programme and funded through PEACEPLUS.

The qualification will help you develop the knowledge, skills and confidence to support and strengthen communities, with practical learning around:
• Community development principles, values and practice
• Good governance and organisational structures
• Facilitation skills and techniques
• Working with funders and shifting the power

The course is also an opportunity to learn alongside others involved in community action across the Fermanagh and Omagh area, share experiences and build valuable connections.

📍 Omagh
📅 Thursday 5, 12, 19 & 26 November
⏰ 10.30am–2.30pm
📚 Accredited qualification. Free of charge

Places are limited. Register here: https://forms.gle/F1W9hnSs28Zwk69w5

The Investing in Community Volunteers Programme provides training and development opportunities for volunteers, committee members and staff working across the community and voluntary sector in Fermanagh and Omagh.

The programme is one of 13 programmes within the Fermanagh and Omagh District Council PEACEPLUS Local Action Plan, supported by PEACEPLUS and managed by the Special EU Programmes Body - SEUPB

07/10/2026

🎶 Funding Available for Drumquin and Killen Community Groups

Pride of the Derg Flute Band was among the local organisations supported through the Slieveglass Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund. A £1,000 grant helped the Castlederg-based band deliver its ‘Off the Streets 2026’ campaign, providing free flute and drumming tuition to 30 children of school age.

The project gave young people the opportunity to develop new skills, discover traditional music and connect with Ulster-Scots heritage.

The latest round of the Cornavarrow Slieveglass Wind Farm Fund is now open for applications from community organisations in the Drumquin and Killen areas.

The Fund supports projects within 5km of either the Cornavarrow or Slieveglass Wind Farms, with funding available for a wide range of local projects and activities.

If your organisation has an idea that could benefit the local community, we would encourage you to consider applying.

📅 Applications close at 12 noon on Friday 13 November 2026.

🔗 Read the full news story and find out more about the Fund and how to apply: https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/funding-available-for-community-groups-in-drumquin-and-killen/

06/10/2026

🌱 Swipe to the end to meet our newest garden visitor 🐸

We’ve had a great start to the Fermanagh Trust’s Winter Gardening & Sustainable Home Growing workshop series at Daisy Hill House & Gardens, Ballyconnell.

The first sessions have been hands-on, with participants learning how to clear and prepare growing spaces for winter, which crops are suitable for this stage of the growing season and how to sow seeds for future harvests.

Participants also explored the Square Foot Gardening method, discovering practical ways to maximise growing space and make the most of smaller areas. 🌿

Each session finished with a seed swap and harvest share, giving participants the opportunity to share seeds they have saved, swap with other growers and showcase some of their home-grown produce.

The next session will focus on preserving the harvest, exploring simple and practical methods including freezing, pickling and fermentation. The session will look at how to make the most of home-grown produce, reduce food waste and enjoy the harvest beyond the growing season. 🍎

It’s been a great start to the series at Daisy Hill, and we’re looking forward to seeing what everyone grows next.

06/10/2026

This week...

We are inviting community members to attend our free Energy Advice Workshops at Fermanagh House, Enniskillen.

The workshops will be facilitated by National Energy Action NI, a leading fuel poverty charity, and will provide practical advice on:
Keeping your home warmer
Saving money on energy bills
Using energy more efficiently
Reducing heat loss, damp and condensation
Accessing available energy support

Dates and times:
📅 Wednesday 7 October, 3.00pm–5.30pm
📅 Thursday 8 October, 10.00am–12.30pm

The workshops are free and open to everyone, but places are limited and should be registered on a first-come, first-served basis.

To book: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/iFGLQF996x alternatively email [email protected].

05/10/2026

🌸 Funding Available for Brookeborough, Knocks and Cooneen Community Groups

Brookeborough Women’s Group has used support from the Teiges Mountain Wind Farm Fund to deliver a programme of recreational, social and educational activities, including wellbeing sessions, flower arranging and craft workshops.

The latest round of the Teiges Mountain Wind Farm Fund is now open for applications from community organisations in the Brookeborough, Knocks and Cooneen areas.

The Fund provides grants for projects within 5km of the Teiges Mountain Wind Farm, supporting a wide range of local activities, projects and initiatives that benefit local people and strengthen community connections.

If your organisation has an idea that could benefit the local community, we would encourage you to consider applying.

📅 Applications close at 12 noon on Friday 6 November 2026.

🔗 Read the full news story and find out more about the Fund and how to apply: https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/funding-available-for-community-groups-in-brookeborough-knocks-and-cooneen/

02/10/2026

🏅 Oisín McGrath Foundation Open for Applications

The Oisín McGrath Foundation has reopened for applications, offering financial support to young people in Fermanagh and the surrounding area who are working to develop their potential in sport.

Recent recipients include Ryan Topping, a competitive rower with Enniskillen Royal Boat Club who has represented Ireland at international junior level, and Phoebe Rutledge, who received support to represent Northern Ireland at an inter-regional gymnastics competition in Southampton.

The Foundation supports young people with bursaries and funding towards sporting activities and events, helping them develop their skills, experience and sporting potential.

Applications are open to individuals aged 11 to 18 who live in Fermanagh or the surrounding area.

📅 Applications close at 12 noon on Thursday 29 October 2026.

🔗 Read the full news story and find out more about the Foundation and how to apply:
https://www.fermanaghtrust.org/oisin-mcgrath-foundation-reopens-for-applications-to-support-young-sporting-talent/

02/10/2026

🏠 Keep warm this winter and save money on your energy bills.

We will be facilitating a Preparing for Winter workshop with practical tips on heating, reducing heat loss, tackling condensation and damp, comparing energy suppliers and finding out about available support.

There will also be a chance to ask your own questions and discuss any concerns about energy bills over tea, coffee and light refreshments.

📍 Fermanagh House, Enniskillen
🗓 Wednesday 7 October, 3pm–5.30pm
🗓 Thursday 8 October, 10am–12.30pm

Both sessions cover the same topics, so just choose whichever date suits you best. Places are limited and must be booked in advance.

👉 Register here: https://forms.cloud.microsoft/e/iFGLQF996x

Or email Annette Leonard at [email protected] or call 028 6632 0210.

02/10/2026