Northwold Manor - member repair project
Buildings archaeologist Warwick Rodwell recounts the epic undertaking of saving his manor house in Norfolk from ruination and potential redevelopment and subdivision.
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Holbeche House, Wall Heath, the story so far
The Gunpowder Plot: The conspirators’ last stand at Holbeach House, SPAB supports application to use as nursing and social care facility
Temple Church - SPAB Casework spotlight
Casework Officer Gill Pedlar has an update on the work at one of London's oldest in-use churches.
Evidence-based conservation-led retrofit research
Historic England support for Evidence-based conservation-led retrofit research project at St Andrew’s Chapel to understand the performance of historic building fabric.
Henry rekindles Chiddingfold Forge
Henry Rogers - Hot Iron Blacksmithing - has taken up the torch at Chiddingfold Forge in Surrey. SPAB are very proud to host a working craftsperson to continue two centuries of tradition at this rare surviving example of a village green blacksmiths. Chiddingfold Forge has been repaired and sympathetically modernised by SPAB, with invaluable assistance from the local Chiddingfold residents, specialists, and local manufacturers.
How to maintain Welsh churches video series
Together with Cadw we have created this series of Welsh-language maintenance videos. With English subtitles.
Maintenance Matters: Windows
Keeping your windows in good condition helps prevent damage, reduce repair costs, and improve security and energy efficiency. Douglas Kent, Technical and Research Director, shares his practical advice on maintenance and care
Archaeology, craft and conservation - Viv Walker's view as a SPAB Fellow
Archaeologist and heritage carpenter Viv Walker unpacks some of the insights she's gained during the SPAB Fellowship.
St Andrew’s Chapel rammed earth acoustic cloister wall
A key feature of the sustainable approach taken by SPAB at St Andrew’s is the rammed earth acoustic wall in the garden.
Research-led interior design at St Andrew’s Chapel
Interior designer Gemma Wright shares her thoughts on continuing the narrative of St Andrew's chapel through research-led interior design.