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Ulrike Wahl, stonemason, surveyor and SPAB Fellow writes a love letter to an urban vernacular material.

A lot of thought goes into how best to keep houses warm. But in the 17th century, another big question was how to keep produce cold.

For Explore Your Archives week we’re celebrating stories from our past. 

For Explore Your Archives week we’re celebrating stories from our past.

A shingle maker and signwriter, 2022 SPAB Fellow Owen Bushell recounts his experiences so far...

This year’s summer Working Party in Kent was one of our biggest ever. 98 volunteers, specialists and staff gathered to help repair our Old House Project, and neighbouring Boxley Abbey.

During the autumn the Old House Project (OHP) moved into its next major phase. With roof and chimney repairs complete, land cleared and a new entrance created, we have begun to implement the major works permitted by our main planning and listed building consents. These works have been overseen by our architects Mal Fryer and George Hodgson (both SPAB Scholars), supported by various consultants including structural engineer Ed Morton, sustainability adviser Paul Mallion of Kent based Conker Conservation, and mechanical and electrical services engineers PCS Consulting Services.

2022 SPAB Scholar Serena Gildea explores both successes and challenges facing historic buildings and traditional crafts across the island.

Shortlisted for our new Best Loved Award in the private category, the achievement to rescue and repair this Grade II barn on a limited budget is remarkable.

Shortlisted for our new Best Loved Award in the private category, this is an outstanding example of how a community of residents and owners have tirelessly worked together over eight years to improve the condition of their much-loved tenement.