The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings

The SPAB gives old buildings a future.

We help people to look after old buildings, making them fit for the future while keeping their historic character.

News

Become a member

Join today to support our positive, practical approach to building conservation. As a member you become part of a network of like-minded people who care for historic buildings. Other benefits include The SPAB Magazine, access to the Property List and the opportunity to join your local Regional Group.

Scholarship

A deep-dive into the knowledge and skills needed to work with traditional buildings for early career architects, surveyors and engineers.

Fellowship

The Fellowship is a training programme designed to broaden the skills and experience of craftspeople involved in historic building repairs. 

Upcoming Events

Talk
Online Talk - Getting Retrofit Right: A Whole-Building Approach to Traditional Buildings
28/07/2026
Rosanne Walker of Fabtrads explores how older buildings can be upgraded without causing unintended damage, explaining the building physics behind vernacular retrofit and why a whole-building approach is key to effective, compatible and resilient retrofit.
Talk
Online Talk - Greek Revival Restored: The Conservation of Dromdiah House
04/08/2026
In this talk Jonathan Buckley of Shaffrey Architects will talk about the conservation of Dromdiah House and the careful approach taken to repair, revive, and secure the future of an important historic building.
Visit
SPAB Sussex Group visit to the Madeira Drive, Brighton
05/08/2026
Join the Sussex Group on a visit to the restoration project at Madeira Terrace, Brighton, with an exclusive tour of the site led by JT Mackley & Co, the main contractor.