29-30 Apr, 2024
This conference, from the Future of Heritage Science and Technologies, involves a large number of researches and scholars from around the world and puts the industry's current issues under spotlight, specifically on issues related to innovative techniques and technologies for Cultural Heritage. The conference is part of the Florence International Biennial for Art and Restoration, an international event attracting prestigious institutions and companies and creating a unique opportunity to bring together the academic word with industry.
"; fcontent[1]="1st May, 2024
Edwin Rickards, in partnership with H.V. Lanchester, designed four of the most astonishing and flamboyant public buildings of late Victorian and Edwardian England. His work has been described as 'the champagne' of architecture, perpetually fizzing.This talk describes his career, the partnership's town hall designs for Cardiff and Deptford, the little known Hull School of Art and by contrast their Methodist Central Hall in Westminster, which has one of the finest staircases in England.
"; fcontent[2]="2 May, 2024
This online webinar covers the world heritage site, Ironbridge Gorge with a talk from Marion Blockley, WHS Chair.More details coming soon.
"; fcontent[3]="2nd May, 2024
WMF Britain are delighted to host this event at Kew's magnificent historic glass houses, the Palm House and the Temperate House.The iconic Palm House at Kew, designed by Decimus Burton and constructed by Richard Turner between 1844-1848, is one of the UK's most recognisable buildings and is now a World Monuments Fund Signature Site. Beginning promptly at 6.30pm, the evening will include a tour of the Palm House followed by a reception and dinner in the Temperate House with an exceptional musical performance.
"; fcontent[4]="4th May, 2024
Come along to this HBP visit for a fascinating day out in Redruth, Cornwall. Starting with a special tour of the Kresen Kernow archive centre, which opened in 2019 to breathe new life and purpose into the formerly derelict and now renovated Redruth Brewery.After this, the tour goes to the centre of Redruth and the High Street Heritage Action Zone, led by the local Historic England team and taking in sites such as the Buttermarket, The Ladder and Murdoch House, some of which are currently in the process of restoration and redevelopment.
"; fcontent[5]="4th May, 2024
This is a rare chance to be part of a team helping to bring a Scottish watermill out of hibernation. The mill has been dormant for over a decade, but was in working order before being mothballed by the local council.A group of local volunteers, Mill of Benholm Enterprise, are in the process of taking on the site and have big plans for running the mill in future. The mill buildings are in good shape, but the grounds and vital water supply to the mill have become very overgrown and impede the use of the mill. We will also be joined by 2022 SPAB Millwright Fellow Owen Bushell, who will give an introduction to the mill machinery how it works, what its all for, and how it can be brought back into life to get the wheels turning once more. Owen will be very happy to take any questions you have about the building and process.
"; fcontent[6]="7th May, 2024
Arthur and John Morris played an important role in the development of Coombe, Firle and Glynde Places in Sussex and worked on houses in Lewes. They dealt directly with clients even when there was an architect. Amon and Amon Henry Wilds worked mainly in two towns, Amon Henry shifting from builder to architect. He made a big impact on Brighton, designing houses, projects, churches and chapels. There must have been many more local entrepreneurs like these and we need to know more about them. Sue Berry will investigate these interesting characters.
"; fcontent[7]="20th May , 2024
This popular short course has been presented by the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings since the 1950s. Run over five days, this course delivers an intensive programme of lectures and visits to building repair projects. It runs twice a year - in the spring and the autumn.Presented by leading building conservation professionals, the repair course considers British and international approaches to the conservation of old buildings. The SPAB philosophy of repair and maintenance, established by William Morris in 1877, underpins the course programme of case studies, presentations and site visits.
"; fcontent[8]="21st May, 2024
Join Villa Albertine and World Monuments Fund for a discussion delving into the extensive efforts to preserve the iconic UNESCO World Heritage site, the Angkor Archaeological Park. The third installment in the Heritage Speaks series will spotlight Cambodia's Angkor Archaeological Park and the cutting-edge efforts undertaken to preserve and restore the historic landmark.
"; fcontent[9]="1st Jun, 2024
Join HBA to celebrate their centenary AGM in the city of its founding. The meeting will be held at Hall St Peters, a Grade II listed former church at the heart of Ancoats, an area which is currently the focus for regeneration and development.Look out for more information about the AGM closer to the time and, in the meantime, please save the date.
"; fcontent[10]="4 Jun, 2024
Join SPAB on a behind-the-scenes tour of Tarlair's historic lido. This is a fantastic opportunity to see how this Category A listed art-deco pool is being brought back to life. The once-glamourous buildings and pool had fallen into disrepair since closing in 1995. Parts of the triple-level pool were made safe in 2013, but the associated buildings remained at risk. On the visit, you'll see first-hand how the project is unfolding. There will also be plenty of time for thought-provoking discussion about conservation approaches to a 1930s building.
"; fcontent[11]="5th Jun, 2024
IHBC North and RTPI North-East are pleased to announce their joint full-day summer CPD event. A unique opportunity to hear from the architects of the extraordinary transformation of Bishop Auckland, and to visit some of its major projects.
"; fcontent[12]="5th Jun, 2024
Historic Religious Buildings Alliance part of Heritage Alliance Big Update. Save the date - more information coming soon.
"; fcontent[13]="5th Jun, 2024
The annual HRBA all-day event will be bringing you up to date with what happening in the sector. It will follow the usual format of a mixture of 20-minute talks on a wide range of topical and inspirational subjects as well as short videos and interviews. Let HRBA know if you have any ideas or topics you would like to hear about or ones you are willing to present yourself.More details to follow.
"; fcontent[14]="6th Jun, 2024
This online webinar covers the world heritage industrial site with Sheena Campbell, Saltaire World Heritage Officer and Maggie Smith, Saltaire Collection. More details coming soon.
"; fcontent[15]="12th Mar, 2024
Iron has a major role in Scotland's historic environment, from simple decorative railings to elaborate and complex structures. Our three morning talks will explore the nature and characteristics of the raw and finished materials and how they weather over time.A networking lunch will provide the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed.In the afternoon, the speakers will lead a walking tour around Stirling's Old Town to discuss a wide range of ironwork conservation issues.
"; fcontent[16]="20-21 Jun, 2024
Aimed at both craft practitioners and consultative professionals, this 2-day course held in the centre of the World Heritage City of Bath provides an introduction to the conservation of historic ironwork.Lectures cover historical context, metallurgy of wrought iron and steels, traditional tools, techniques, materials, design and manufacture, with a focus on the processes of restoration, surface preparation and treatments, specification and standards for heritage ironwork contracts, including a procurement and pricing exercise.The lectures will be complemented by a walking tour and site visit to survey historic ironwork and develop a strategy for its conservation.
"; fcontent[17]="28th Jun, 2024
Join the Kent and Surrey Group for a talk about the use and history of mathematical tiles, followed by a walking tour of Ewell village to see real-life examples.The speaker and guide is Ian West, a chartered surveyor with a lifelong interest mathematical tiles. Ian is an active member of the Surrey Domestic Buildings Research Group and has written articles on the subject.
"; fcontent[18]="4th Jul, 2024
Reflecting upon the UK's industrial world heritage sites with speakers Brandi Hall-Crossgrove from Ironbridge WHS and Professor Ian Wray from Liverpool University's Heseltine Institute. More details to follow soon.
"; fcontent[19]="28th Jul, 2024
Join the SPAB Essex group for a tour of Layer Marney Tower guided by the owners, Nicholas and Sheila Charrington, followed by a two-course dinner and raffle. This Tudor house was built around 1520 by Henry, 1st Lord Marney and has been visited both by King Henry VIII and Elizabeth I.
"; fcontent[20]="22-24 Sep, 2024
It will be taking place between 22-24 September at the Galicia Jewish Museum in Krakow, Poland. Save the date
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