SLCT – Making, Using and Specifying Hot Mixed Lime Mortars
Merryhill Training Centre , United KingdomThis one day workshop aims to provide an introductory guide to the preparation and use of’ hot mixed’ lime mortars, that is, mortars prepared by slaking quicklime, sand and natural hydraulic lime binders (and possibly other additives like tallow ‘Hot mixed’ mortars have a long history of use in the UK, with evidence visible throughout … Continue reading SLCT – Making, Using and Specifying Hot Mixed Lime Mortars
Tywi Centre: Sash Windows – Practical Repairs (3 Days)
Canolfan Tywi Centre Canolfan Tywi Centre, CarmarthenshireStep into the world of traditional building skills and heritage conservation with our hands-on, expert-led courses. Whether you're a professional, a property owner, or simply passionate about historic buildings, there's something here for you. Rediscover traditional joinery and restore original sash windows using time-honoured techniques in this fully immersive workshop. Dates: 3–5 June Cost: £456 … Continue reading Tywi Centre: Sash Windows – Practical Repairs (3 Days)
The Victorian Society – The Magnetic Margot Gayle
The Victorian Society 1 Priory Gardens,, London,Join the Victorian Society for a lecture on Margot Gayle, the American preservationist who co-founded the Victorian Society in America and played a key role in the preservation of cast-iron architecture. This lecture, delivered by architectural historian Joshua Mardell, will examine Gayle's advocacy through her writings, photography, and work in materials science. Location: The Victorian … Continue reading The Victorian Society – The Magnetic Margot Gayle
Territorial research conference: online event
OnlineNew Research Avenues for Territorial Development and Cohesion in Europe Mark your calendars for this dynamic, high-level research conference that explores the evolving landscape of territorial development and cohesion in Europe amidst global shifts. A morning high-level session on the pressing issues of political distrust will be followed by three engaging sessions where researchers will present and … Continue reading Territorial research conference: online event
The Architects’ Journal in partnership with VELUX: Daylight in Architecture
Barbican Silk Street, London, United KingdomJoin us for a free half-day conference presented by The Architects’ Journal in partnership with VELUX. A series of presentations will delve into key aspects of daylight design, from the technical to the sensory. This year’s focus is on residential extensions and circulation spaces, exploring how natural light can be brought into the heart of the home. … Continue reading The Architects’ Journal in partnership with VELUX: Daylight in Architecture
SPAB Working Party – Wentworth Woodhouse 2025
Wentworth Woodhouse Rotherham, United KingdomSun’s out; trowels out! This year’s Summer Working Party will take place at Wentworth Woodhouse, one of the UK’s largest Georgian Houses. We’re thrilled to be partnering with SPAB’s Yorkshire Regional Group, locals who know the area – and this building – like the back of their hands. Our Working Parties are open to all … Continue reading SPAB Working Party – Wentworth Woodhouse 2025
Place Services – Geoarchaeology
Cressing Temple Barns Witham Road, Braintree, Essex, United KingdomThis one-day course offers an introduction to geoarchaeology, in other words, the application of Earth science approaches and techniques to archaeological problems. Participants will explore how the investigation of soils, sediments, and other geological materials can provide invaluable insights into past human environments, settlement patterns, and cultural landscapes. The course will cover the fundamental principles … Continue reading Place Services – Geoarchaeology
HTVF: European Architectural Heritage Year 50th anniversary event (Hybrid event)
The Gallery 70 Cowcross Street, London, United KingdomJoin us in London (or attend online) for a day of talks, case study presentations and discussions that celebrate the 50th anniversary of a year when organisations across Europe came together to focus on a ‘future for our past’. We will explore achievements of the last 50 years, take stock of where things are today, … Continue reading HTVF: European Architectural Heritage Year 50th anniversary event (Hybrid event)
NHIG – Historic Iron Weekend with Abana
Rural Crafts Centre Rural Crafts Centre, HerefordWe are delighted to be hosting a group of visiting blacksmiths from the USA at Holme Lacy campus near Hereford, from 6th-8th June 2025 for a weekend of talks and demos all focused around historic ironwork. Please come along and join in the fun with the group from ABANA (Artist Blacksmiths Association of North America). You can expect: Demonstrations of … Continue reading NHIG – Historic Iron Weekend with Abana
Understanding Thatched Roofs course and the Thatch Summer School
Drew Arms, Drewsteignton Drew Arms, Drewsteignton, Devon, United KingdomThis practical weekend Thatching Course is for anyone who would like an unusual weekend break or gain an appreciation of the art of Thatching. If you are interested in thatch come to glorious rural Devon, to unwind, and discover the ancient craft of Thatching ~ “hands on!” Being shown the straws by a retired Master … Continue reading Understanding Thatched Roofs course and the Thatch Summer School