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.

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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

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

Visit
Essex & Suffolk Group visit to Boreham House and New Hall School
08/08/2026
A rare opportunity to see two Grade I listed properties, linked together in history, now back under the same ownership and not generally open to the public.
Visit
Wales and Marches Group visit to churches of the Black Mountains
13/08/2026
Join the Wales and Marches Group for a tour of two decorated historic churches in the Black Mountains of Herefordshire. The Grade-II* St Michael's and Grade-I listed St Margaret's. Both are small, following the style of the Black Mountains churches. Despite their size both have high quality decorative interiors; wall-paintings at St Michael’s and carved rood screen and loft at St Margaret’s.
Working Party
SPAB Ireland Working Party 2026: Stone Slate Roofs
21/08/2026
Join SPAB Ireland’s Working Party at a traditional north Clare farm complex, exploring the care and repair of stone-roofed buildings, outbuildings and farmyard surfaces. Led by Richard Jordan and Sara-Mae Jordan, the weekend will focus on traditional roofing, masonry and vernacular conservation.