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
Casework
Lydiard Park Mansion Casework update
Rachel Broomfield describes the history of this large Wiltshire country house and the eclectic mix of uses awarded consent in March 2026.
After the fire: The Raven Hotel, Droitwich
Following a fire in August 2025, the full extent of the damage to this mid-15th century 'building at risk' has emerged.
Successful appeal against demolition of Greenock Methodist Church
SPAB Scotland is delighted that the local planning authority refused permission for the demolition of this 1883 simple Gothic Revival style church.
Broxtowe Council Approves Insensitive Almshouses Scheme Despite Heritage Experts’ Objections
We are disappointed to report that Broxtowe Council’s Planning Committee has voted to grant planning and listed building consent to an insensitive development of the Grade II* Willoughby Almshouses in Cossall, Nottinghamshire.
Grade II* almshouses in Nottinghamshire threatened by controversial development plans
Broxtowe Council looks set to agree damaging plans to redevelop the Grade II* listed Willoughby Almshouses in Nottinghamshire, in a move that will see their unique character destroyed.
Casework: Scaplen’s Court, Poole, Dorset
Overall, we support the proposals to alter this wonderful late 15th-century house, now a local museum, but have suggested improvements.
Casework: Plas Newydd, Llanfair Dyffryn Clwyd, Ruthin, Denbighshire
We recently reviewed an application to undertake repairs, alterations and convert the eastern service range at this Grade II lited hall. We objected to some harmful aspects of the plans and it was agreed that the layout should be revised and a more sensitive proposal developed.
Casework: Bishop Lynn's House, 18 Tuesday Market Place, King's Lynn, Norfolk
We have strongly objected to proposals to add a penthouse onto an existing extension of a Grade II* listed building, which sits at the heart of this historic town.
Casework: Higher Melcombe Farm, Bingham, Dorset
We’ve objected to proposals that will harm the beautiful historic farm buildings at Higher Melcombe Farm, next to the Grade I listed 15th century Manor and a deserted medieval village.