The care and repair of old buildings
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The SPAB Approach -
John Betjeman AwardCelebrating excellence in the repair of places of worship
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We advise, we educate, we campaign
The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings
We believe old buildings have a future. From cottages to castles and from churches to cathedrals we are here to help buildings and the people who care for them. Based on years of experience and research we understand how old buildings work.
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News
Medieval farmhouse on the edge of Exmoor, the site of a SPAB Guerilla Working Party to secure the building for the winter, has been officially recognised as ‘at risk’ by Historic England this week.
A nine-month, hands-on learning experience aimed at craftspeople, architects, surveyors and engineers.
The future now looks bright for a Nottinghamshire cottage saved by the SPAB this October.
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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 & Fellowship
Education programmes for architects, surveyors, engineers and craftspeople to further their 'hands-on' understanding of historic building conservation.
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The SPAB Shop is currently under construction, we're very sorry for any inconvenience this may cause. Please order from our selection of books using the order form.
Upcoming Events
Course
22/11/2018
This one day seminar will explore best practice and current issues in repairing and maintaining historic roofs.
Event
28/11/2018
Join us for an after work drink to meet other SPAB members and conservation minded people.
Event
28/11/2018
Join us for an after work drink in this 300 year old bar to meet other SPAB members and conservation minded people.
Campaigns
Campaign
The SPAB runs national campaigns raising awareness about important issues surrounding the protection of old buildings.
Your campaign
If you’re worried about a deteriorating building in your local area, want to contest a planning application, build your own local campaign or set up a building preservation trust then the The SPAB Campaign Toolkit can offer guidance.
Mills
Technical advice
All old buildings need regular care and maintenance in order to prevent serious disrepair. Windmills and watermills are by their nature exposed to wear from wind and water in addition to facing problems common to historic buildings.
The SPAB Mills Section has put together a suite of resources and guidance tailored to those caring for old windmills and watermills.
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Become a Mills Section member
The SPAB’s Mills Section is the only Society concerned solely with protecting and promoting traditional windmills and watermills in the UK. The Section provides advice and training to mill owners and heritage professionals, and campaigns for the protection of milling heritage. Join the Section now to support its work and receive a range of membership benefits.