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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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Presented by SPAB caseworker, Elgan Jones, the Cadw-funded video series covers everything from how to check a church roof for damage safely, to how best to identify damp and decay inside a church building.
2022 Fellow Daahir Mohamed is a lime plasterer. From the road he shares some highlights and reflections on heritage.
We recently reviewed an application to undertake repairs, alterations and convert the eastern service range at this Grade II lited hall. We objected to some harmful aspects of the plans and it was agreed that the layout should be revised and a more sensitive proposal developed.
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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.
SPAB Careers
Upcoming Events
Course
08/06/2022
This workshop offers delegates a unique opportunity to learn about the repair of historic brickwork through live demonstrations and tutorials, whilst gaining hands-on experience working on repairs to Kibworth Harcourt Mill’s brick roundhouse.
Event
08/06/2022
Join SPAB Sussex for a visit to Wootton Manor. The Manor is listed in Doomesday and parts of the existing house and surrounding buildings date from the 17th century
Event
08/06/2022
Built in 1814, Union Mill is a Grade 1 Listed Industrial Building with steep, narrow stairs to the six floors of machinery and displays. Join our Kent & Surrey Grop for a tour of recent conservation work.
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.