EHTF Annual Conference and AGM
Lichfield 8 - 10 October 2008

Historic towns take the initiative on Heritage Protection

9th & 10th October 
 

The Heritage Protection Bill, which is expected to go through Parliament early in 2009, will have far reaching effects on the historic towns and cities of England. Many of the proposed changes have been welcomed by organisations and professionals working in the heritage environment.

However, concerns have been voiced, in line with the Parliamentary Committee’s Report published in the summer, regarding the skills and resources which will be available in Local Authorities to implement the new regime.

To address some of these concerns the small Midlands City of Lichfield will be hosting a national conference, organised by the English Historic Towns Forum..

Stone and Wall Paintings Group

The Graveyard Slot

9th October 2008 at 9.30 am
Assembly Rooms, Oxford Town Hall

A one day conference on issues affecting the care and conservation of cemeteries, graveyards and their memorials and monuments. This coincides with the publication of the English Heritage Technical Advice Note ‘Caring for Historic Gravestones and Monuments - An approach to their Inspection, Conservation, Repair and Maintenance’
 

SALTS IN TRADITIONAL MASONRY BUILDINGS

09 OCT 2008

AN INTERNATIONAL MASTERCLASS FROM THE SCOTTISH LIME CENTRE TRUST

Deterioration, discolouration and moisture problems due to soluble salts are a well known and serious threat to traditional masonry buildings and structures. The Scottish Lime Centre Trust are delighted to present this one day masterclass featuring internationally renowned speakers

2008 Angus Millar Lecture -
New Design in Heritage Settings

13 October 2008 at 6pm
Royal College of Physicians of Edinburgh,
9 Queen Street, Edinburgh, EH2 1JQ

Speakers:
Professor Daniele Pini,
University of Ferrara

Cezary Bednarski FRSA, Studio Bednarski, London

Both speakers have been international consultants for UNESCO. Cezary Bednarski is a member of the RSA’s Advisory Council. He and Professor Pini will deliver illustrated presentations before engaging in debate with each other and with the audience about design and heritage issues across the world.

Event chairman:
Dr Lester Borley CBE, Council Member, Europa Nostra


 

IHBC London Branch Annual Conference

Tall Storeys: Do high buildings complement the environment?

14th October 2008
Royal College of Physicians.

London’s fifth Day Conference will be on the controversial subject of tall buildings and will take place on the 14th October 2008 at the Royal College of Physicians. It will examine the case for and against tall buildings, consider architectural quality and the technical means of assessing proposals. These issues will be discussed in the context of the historical background and the existing policy framework, as well as considering case studies.

Our annual conference is very well subscribed, so book the date in your diary and make sure to reserve your place as soon as you can.

This event is sponsored by:

Tuesday 14th October
Exchange House Business Centre, 12- 14 The Cresent, Taunton, Somerset, TA1 4EB

The Outer South West Association of Civic Societies and Heritage Link are holding a Networking Event
 
The day is divided into two sessions; it will open with a seminar on Skills for Fundraising, to include sessions by the Heritage Lottery Fund and the Somerset Buildings Conservation Trust.

The afternoon session will offer an opportunity to hear from national and regional speakers ...

Building On The Past, Conserving For The Future
Metals Group AGM and Autumn Meeting

15th October 2008
CUBE, Centre for the Urban Built Environment 113-115 Portland Street, Manchester M1 6DW

This one-day conference and AGM will provide a much-needed opportunity to discuss and debate the current professional attitudes towards the conservation of our built environment.

During a series of presentations and case studies, the day will explore many important aspects of planning, managing and executing complex and sensitive building conservation projects.

In addition a special presentation will discuss the importance of the use of traditional wrought iron within architectural heritage conservation.

REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF MASONRY
ARCH BRIDGES

16 October 2008

Many masonry arch bridges display real technical innovation across a range of materials and
technologies. This masterclass
will look at the design and construction of bridges, the materials used and the issues involved in maintaining this important legacy in good order.

CPD certificates will be issued at the end of the day.

South East Branch

Take Your Partners

17th October 2008

Geograph © Andrew Smith

Treftadaeth 2

The Welsh Historic Environment in Focus 2008
Amgylchedd Hanesyddol Cymru mewn Ffocws 2008

The Civic Trust for Wales, IHBC, CADW

23rd October 2008
Cymru, Llandudno

The Welsh Historic Environment in Focus conference last April was so successful we've organised a further event with a similar programme for 23 October, at Venue Cymru, Llandudno.

Trefadaeth 2008/2, to be held on 23 October in Llandudno, provides an opportunity for the many who could not get to Cardiff - or discovered that the event was oversubscribed - to join the debate. Organised in
partnership with Cadw, the historic environment service of the Welsh Assembly Government, the conference will look at progress with a draft Historic Environment Strategic Statement and the reform of heritage protection legislation.



 

A reflection on stained glass conservation techniques both past and present

Saturday 25 October
Freemasons Hall, Manchester

The conference will address issues presented by techniques used in the past to conserve stained glass, and will seek to establish best practice in relation to previous interventions.

As our keynote speaker we have
Ulrike Brinkmann, head of Cologne Cathedral Stained Glass Studio. This renowned workshop is at the forefront of stained glass conservation in Europe, and has pioneered many conservation treatments.

T12: CONSERVATION ENGINEERING


Tues 28th October, 9.30am – 5pm
Venue: York

Engineers with experience of working with historic
buildings will talk about the issues.
For instance - how should the engineering approach be
altered when faced with ancient materials?
Information will be shared during a series of lectures
and case studies, looking at the process of surveying,
assessing and diagnosis of historic structures, and how
modern building regulations can be satisfied.

Price: £100
CPD: 5 Hours

Specialist Repairs to Historic Buildings

Thursday 30th October
Culford School, Culford
Bury St Edmunds, IP28 6TX
 

This day aims to consider various aspects of historic building repair. The presentations will assume a basic level of knowledge of good conservation practice.

We will look in more detail at the use of historic materials and methods but will also present some new techniques and materials for your consideration.

The talks will provide a technical understanding of how and when to use traditional materials. We will consider how to judge when repairs are necessary, acknowledging the potential risks of an overzealous approach.

The day will be of interest to architects and other professionals, contractors, conservation officers and owners who are looking for a more detailed explanation of how repairs should be specified, and how the materials should be used

CPD certificates for 6½ hours study will be issued.
 

Scottish Stone Liaison Group

Deconstructing Stone
 

October 2008 - April 2009

This seminar series, designed for building professionals, addresses the sustainable use of stone in construction. Delivered in association with Historic Scotland and a number of professional bodies, the programme consists of 4 full-day seminars, plus a field study day.

The seminars will cover the main aspects of repair & maintenance, the use of stone in new build and changes to standards, including a review of the new Scottish Building Standards guidance – Natural Stone Masonry in Modern Scottish Construction: A Guide for Designers and Constructors.
Recognised by the IHBC for CPD (see www.ihbc.org.uk )

Courses for:

Contractors
Building Professionals and Homeowners
Masterclasses

2008-2009

Here at Charlestown Workshops, home of the Scottish Lime Centre
Trust, we have been providing specialist advice and training for the conservation and repair of Scotland’s built heritage for nearly 15 years.

A centre of excellence for traditional building skills, Charlestown Workshops offers a comprehensive training and education programme
ranging from 1 day hands-on workshops to longer courses that can lead to the attainment of National Vocational Qualifications in Masonry Conservation.

We also offer bespoke training solutions for the construction industry and have forged partnerships with local authorities and other organisations with historic building projects.

   

SPAB

Faith in Maintenance Training Days
2007-2008

October 2008 - various

Heritage Skills Initiative

October - various

The North East has a rich and diverse heritage and its future, along with regional tourism, employment and a sense of place for those who live here, is literally in the hands of those who care for it. ....

There has been long and growing concern at the loss of traditional skills and the impact of that loss on the cultural heritage sector. ...

The pilot year of the Heritage Skills Project demonstrated, through a series of pragmatic partnership programmes, the North East’s ability and desire to provide action. ...

Through further funding from English Heritage, National Heritage Training Group and European Social Fund we are able to increase the programme tenfold this year to 63 days of exciting skills related activities and look forward to seeing many of you at the events, taster days, lectures

Andie Harris, Heritage Skills Co-ordinator

Saturday 1 November 2008 – New Build Group meeting at Bressingham Village Hall.

Saturday 15 November 2008 – Visit to a modern, clay lump house under construction near Eye in Suffolk.

Friday 21 November 2008 – EARTHA AGM, with guest speaker and optional dinner, at the Pickerell Inn, Ixworth, commencing at 7.00 pm.

EARTHA is a long-established regional group of professionals and interested laymen, formed to promote understanding and good practice in earth construction, both old and new.

At this interesting time of ‘eco’ developments, as well as traditional conservation, EARTHA is looking for new active members

For further information on EARTHA and these events, contact Sarah Roberts on 01379 646812 or brader@sky.com


 

Forthcoming Courses, Seminars and Events

Owners’ lime plaster course
7th November 2008

Since 1997 the Historic Buildings and Conservation team at Essex County Council have run a series of one, two or three day hands-on courses in traditional building skills. The courses aim to address the declining numbers of people trained in traditional craft skills and to raise awareness of the importance of protecting our historic buildings by using the appropriate methods and materials to repair and conserve them.

The courses are run from our workshop at Cressing Temple but where possible we use live sites throughout the county. Our tutors are all excellent craftsmen who run their own businesses using their skills every day, and have a wealth of experience and knowledge.


CPD certificates provided

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Place, Space and Conservation
– The Regeneration Game

13 - 14 November 2008
The Monastery of St Francis, Gorton Lane, Manchester

A major conference exploring the impact of heritage-led regeneration on crime reduction, health and social and community cohesion; featuring speakers from national and local government, funders and agencies, and case studies from throughout the UK from commercial and voluntary sector developers.

This conference is organised by the Agencies Co-ordinating Group, which brings together five of the UK's leading heritage organisations: The Architectural Heritage Fund; The Civic Trust; Institute of Historic Building Conservation; The Prince’s Regeneration Trust and The UK Association of Preservation Trusts.

International Symposium for the Preservation of Historic Windows

17–18 November
Budapest

The Symposium is aiming at discussing and showing different aspects and solutions for the possibility of preservation and upgrading the  traditional windows.

Simultaneous English-Hungarian interpretation will be provided.
 

On the Waterfront Conference
Culture, Heritage and Regeneration of Port Cities
 

19-21 November 2008
BT Convention Centre, Kings Dock, Liverpool,
 

On the Waterfront is an exceptional conference with an international focus, hosted in Liverpool, the European Capital of Culture 2008. Speakers including Sir Bob Scott, International Director Liverpool Culture Company, Olivier Lemaire, General Manager, International Association of Cities and Ports, Professor Eddie Friel OBE, Professor Franco Bianchini, Cultural Policy and Planning, Leeds University, Dr René Borruey, Research fellow, Marseille École Nationale Supérieure d’Architecture who will explore the future of port cities - from Liverpool to New York, Shanghai to Lagos.

There is a strong emphasis on the role regeneration can play, the importance of tourism and culture can play and how projects in cities such Mumbai and Gdansk have utilized previously redundant areas to fashion vibrant and diverse places where creativity has flourished alongside economic resurgence.

Forthcoming SPABiS Events Programme2008

2nd Annual Building Maintenance Lectures - Tuesday 25 November 2008.

Any further event queries please call 0131 558 1854. General queries
0131 557 1551 or email info@spabscotland.freeserve.co.uk

Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings

Wednesday 26th November 2008
The Hub, Castlehill, Edinburgh EH1 2NE

A one day seminar looking at technical issues and current research.

This seminar will present the results of recent research
on energy performance and CO2 usage in traditionally built structures by research partners and others involved in the work.

Additional speakers will consider other aspects of the thermal performance of older buildings, and the factors that must be considered when assessing overall energy performance and carbon usage.

Historic Scotland Technical Conservation Group
 

CPT Events

Our Built Heritage - Conservation Matters

Society of Chemical Industry, London
Thursday 27 November 2008

Historic Buildings 2009

AJ Conferences

Wednesday 14th January 2009
The Royal Society of Medicine, London W1

in association with:

 

endorsed by:

Providing for the modern uses of historic buildings whilst limiting changes to the building fabric can pose substantial challenges for architects.  Add to this a mix of building regulations and new rules for applications to make changes to historic building projects, and the sector looks increasingly complex even for the most experiences practitioners.

....Gain the in-depth information needed for applications to make changes to building projects, improve how you work with Conservation Officers, and hear inspirational approaches to applying for building regulations on your historic building projects.

Second International Conference on Whole Life Urban Sustainability and
its Assessment

 

22–24 April 2009, Loughborough, UK
 

This conference will bring together leading international researchers, professionals, tool developers, policy makers and other stakeholders who are involved in the field of urban sustainability assessment to exchange ideas and knowledge on how to meet the assessment needs of urban decision-makers.

The conference themes are:
• Urban planning and design for sustainability
• Sustainable buildings: design, performance and assessment
• Quality of life in the urban environment
• Stakeholder participation
• Urban sustainability and the move to low carbon developments
• Measures, assessment theory, complexity and uncertainty