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SPAB Members can now book our free Technical Advice Line in advance. Priority access to our expert advisors.
Following a fire in August 2025, the full extent of the damage to this mid-15th century 'building at risk' has emerged.
Archaeologist and heritage carpenter Viv Walker unpacks some of the insights she's gained during the SPAB Fellowship.
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Recorded online sessions specially designed to give you a way to easily meet your CPD requirements and improve your understanding of building conservation.
Join this online course to learn how to tackle common problems in your home while maintaining its value and character.
Join us for the online version of our popular Repair of Old Buildings Course. Through a series of recorded lectures, virtual site visits and online Q&A sessions you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of the repair, maintenance and conservation of old buildings.
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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
The National Mills Weekend is an annual celebration promoted by the Mills Section of SPAB. Across the country, hundreds of mills – including some