Next year is a big one in our long history: our 150th anniversary.
Founded by William Morris, the SPAB established a philosophy of conservation grounded in repair, honesty, and respect for the accumulated fabric of historic buildings.
A century and a half later, these principles are widely embedded across the heritage sector. But what do they mean in practice today?
The UK Health and Safety Executive is reviewing regulations for Lead exposure and PPE. What does this mean for building conservation?
Rachel Broomfield describes the history of this large Wiltshire country house and the eclectic mix of uses awarded consent in March 2026.
We joined a round‑table with the Ministry for Housing, Communities and Local Government to discuss the latest NPPF revisions – changes that will shape every planning decision made in England.
SPAB is delighted to announce its collaboration with Heritage Crafts and sponsorship of this award in 2026
SPAB has secured £44,000 from Historic Environment Scotland for its three year Maintaining Scotland's Churches project.
Scholars and Fellows set off on their immersive heritage conservation learning journey.
Chartered Surveyor and 3D Modelling expert Andy Beardsley has been back to Kibworth Harcourt Post Mill. As part of a visit with SPAB Staff and volunteers, he has captured the mill in 3D. Here, he tells us a bit more about the process and its importance alongside all the work he does at Terra Measurement recording historic buildings.
Aspiring designers from London Metropolitan University gain inspiration from 37 Spital Square
Following a fire in August 2025, the full extent of the damage to this mid-15th century 'building at risk' has emerged.
