Set in stone: crafting the past into the future

Event details

Thursday 18 September, 7pm

Join SPAB Somerset for an inspiring evening of conversation and craft as four remarkable stone masons and heritage plasterers share the stories that shaped their careers. As traditional skills face a national shortage, this event will explore why heritage trades matter more than ever, and how new hands can still find their way into the craft.

Hear the stories of four skilled craftspeople. Explore routes into the profession—from college courses to apprenticeships. Engage in a Q&A session and informal networking
Whether you’re curious about craft, considering a new path, or simply appreciate the beauty of historic buildings, this evening offers insight, inspiration—and perhaps a future you hadn’t considered.

Nick Durnan – master stonemason specialising in the conservation and repair of architectural stonework and sculpture
Samantha Peacock – SPAB Fellow, stonemason and stained glass conservator
Daahir Mohammed – SPAB Fellow and master plasterer
Tom Clark – Master stonecarver and sculptor

How to get there

All Saints Church
The Hill
Langport
Somerset
TA10 9QF

Accessibility

The church has uneven surfaces and trip hazards.

Anything we can do to make this event more accessible for you? Please email membership@spab.org.uk.

Photos and filming:We may take photos or videos at this event to be used in future promotion, including in print and online. Participants may take photos and short videos for personal use, with permission of the course leader and all other participants in frame. If you want to post on social media, please message SPAB's Comms Team (press@spab.org.uk or @spab1877) for permission. If your material is good, we might ask to share it with our followers.

All bookings are subject to our Terms and Conditions.

Photo credit: Hunky Punk on the church, courtesy Churches Conservation Trust