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The Centre for Building Conservation Studies (CBCS) is a UK-based institution dedicated to advancing the field of building conservation through comprehensive education and hands-on training. Establish...
The Centre for Building Conservation Studies (CBCS) is a UK-based institution dedicated to advancing the field of building conservation through comprehensive education and hands-on training. Established in 2019, CBCS aims to become a central hub for learning and discovery in building surveying and conservation. Their mission is to make conservation accessible to everyone by offering specialised courses and training sessions led by established experts, emphasizing practical experience and the application of the latest conservation philosophies and technologies.
CBCS offers a diverse range of courses tailored to various experience levels, from undergraduates and homeowners to industry professionals. Their programs include informative Continuing Professional Development (CPD) sessions and Level 6 Diplomas in Building Surveying and Building Conservation. These diplomas are designed to provide participants with the skills necessary to conduct surveys of residential, commercial, ecclesiastical, and industrial buildings, as well as to work in property development, heritage sectors, and construction projects. The curriculum covers a wide range of building ages, types, uses, and conditions, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the field.
A distinctive feature of CBCS's programs is the inclusion of practical experience through site visits and hands-on tasks. Participants attend the Building Conservation Summer School and engage in international study trips to explore historic sites and contemporary conservation challenges. For instance, in 2025, the Building Surveying Diploma includes a trip to Copenhagen, while the Building Conservation Diploma offers a visit to Bucharest. These experiences are designed to provide real-world insights into the complexities of building conservation on a global scale.
CBCS is also developing a dedicated learning center in a Grade II Listed Building in Gosport, Hampshire. This former Royal Navy property is being transformed into a vibrant community space for heritage skills training, arts, and culture. The facility will offer training in various traditional building skills, including roofing, lime work, carpentry, oak framing, stone masonry, and straw bale construction. This initiative underscores CBCS's commitment to preserving traditional craftsmanship and promoting sustainable conservation practices.
For building conservation professionals, homeowners, and enthusiasts, CBCS provides an invaluable resource for gaining practical skills, professional qualifications, and a deeper understanding of historic building conservation. Their flexible approach, combining online learning, classroom instruction, and practical site visits, ensures accessibility and affordability. By fostering a passion for conservation and offering hands-on experience, CBCS equips individuals with the knowledge and confidence to care for and preserve historic buildings effectively.
Conservation of the Historic Built Environment - Leslie Cornell Senior is an accomplished practitioner in all aspects of cob in construction. Dedicated from 1997, he continues to undertake and/or coor...
Conservation of the Historic Built Environment - Leslie Cornell Senior is an accomplished practitioner in all aspects of cob in construction. Dedicated from 1997, he continues to undertake and/or coordinate many successful projects, regularly attends relevant seminars/courses and is conversant with current legislation and good practice guidelines. Furnished with these accumulated achievements allows Leslie to not only provide a professional building restoration service, they also guarantee distinct cob surveys, informed investigations and/or free advice delivered with accuracy and understanding, reassuring all enquirers and Clients they need look no further.
We specialise in the the careful conservation and repair of historic and listed buildings and undertake projects of all sizes. We undertake stone masonry, carpentry, roofing and associated works. We a...
We specialise in the the careful conservation and repair of historic and listed buildings and undertake projects of all sizes. We undertake stone masonry, carpentry, roofing and associated works. We are based in the East and West Midlands and travel up to around 100 miles from each.
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- 40+ Years Experience
- General and building surveying, planning and legal work
- Vast industry knowledge
- Experience on a wide range of property types and periods
- Targeted Training
- Coaching, Training, and/or Mentoring tailored to suit you
- 40+ Years Experience
- General and building surveying, planning and legal work
- Vast industry knowledge
- Experience on a wide range of property types and periods
- Targeted Training
- Coaching, Training, and/or Mentoring tailored to suit you
Whitworth is an award-winning practice of Chartered Architects and Chartered Building Surveyors based in Hatter Street in the historic town of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Our offices are also located in...
Whitworth is an award-winning practice of Chartered Architects and Chartered Building Surveyors based in Hatter Street in the historic town of Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. Our offices are also located in Norwich, Norfolk, Bishops Stortford, Hertfordshire and Cambridge, Cambridgeshire. Our in-depth knowledge of these local areas serves us well in projects where sensitivity to context is concerned, and allows us to develop, improve and maintain our professional connections.
Our experience in architecture and building surveying
Since 1963, we have established a reputation for high class architectural and building surveying services. Find out more about our company history here. Our team has a combined 252 years’ experience, encompassing a range of expertise and interests, from church re-ordering, to sustainable practices, to barn conversions. Our work involves cottages to castles and from mediaeval to modern. Although we will tackle any building type, much of our work has centred on historic building conservation and heritage consultancy, with staff accredited in Building Conservation with either the RICS, RIBA, or AABC.
Our services
We provide a bespoke and comprehensive service from inception through to completion, offering flexibility over our involvement to align with our clients’ needs. The practice undertakes a wide range of professional work, including: condition surveys; defect analysis; design of alterations, extensions and new build; contract administration; planning applications; feasibility studies; etc.
Our experience in architecture and building surveying
Since 1963, we have established a reputation for high class architectural and building surveying services. Find out more about our company history here. Our team has a combined 252 years’ experience, encompassing a range of expertise and interests, from church re-ordering, to sustainable practices, to barn conversions. Our work involves cottages to castles and from mediaeval to modern. Although we will tackle any building type, much of our work has centred on historic building conservation and heritage consultancy, with staff accredited in Building Conservation with either the RICS, RIBA, or AABC.
Our services
We provide a bespoke and comprehensive service from inception through to completion, offering flexibility over our involvement to align with our clients’ needs. The practice undertakes a wide range of professional work, including: condition surveys; defect analysis; design of alterations, extensions and new build; contract administration; planning applications; feasibility studies; etc.
The secret to long term success in the construction industry is client confidence. Our clients return to us time and time again because they feel safe in the knowledge that we will use all the skills,...
The secret to long term success in the construction industry is client confidence. Our clients return to us time and time again because they feel safe in the knowledge that we will use all the skills, experience and resources at our disposal to fulfil their requirements.
A company with history - Valley Builders is a family run business based in East Grinstead, West Sussex. Founded by Richard Kenneth Slatter in 1972, we have built an enviable reputation for both the quality of our work and the service to our clients.
Our team
Our in-house teams have extensive skills and experience in carrying out high quality, sensitive works. We employ our workforce directly and train everybody to the highest standards.
We are always happy to arrange for prospective clients to meet with former clients on site to see our work with their own eyes.
If your particular requirements are not covered or you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be pleased to discuss how we can help.
Full references can be provided on request, including financial accounts.
A company with history - Valley Builders is a family run business based in East Grinstead, West Sussex. Founded by Richard Kenneth Slatter in 1972, we have built an enviable reputation for both the quality of our work and the service to our clients.
Our team
Our in-house teams have extensive skills and experience in carrying out high quality, sensitive works. We employ our workforce directly and train everybody to the highest standards.
We are always happy to arrange for prospective clients to meet with former clients on site to see our work with their own eyes.
If your particular requirements are not covered or you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us. We will be pleased to discuss how we can help.
Full references can be provided on request, including financial accounts.
My Shropshire based company is dedicated to the conservation of traditional brickwork in all its forms.
I undertake practical brickwork conservation projects, on a diverse range of traditional buil...
My Shropshire based company is dedicated to the conservation of traditional brickwork in all its forms.
I undertake practical brickwork conservation projects, on a diverse range of traditional buildings and structures including small, rural vernacular cottages, boundary & garden walls, canal structures, Georgian and Victorian town houses - both listed and unlisted. My clients are sympathetic owners of traditional buildings, architects, building managers and conservation professionals who are passionate about their buildings.
They recognise the harm that inappropriate methods and modern materials such as cement mortars & renders have done, or can do, to traditional brick work and wish not only to retain the significance and character of their buildings but also to restore their functionality. Like me, they recognise the importance of an informed approach to the execution of repairs to traditional & historic buildings.
I undertake practical brickwork conservation projects, on a diverse range of traditional buildings and structures including small, rural vernacular cottages, boundary & garden walls, canal structures, Georgian and Victorian town houses - both listed and unlisted. My clients are sympathetic owners of traditional buildings, architects, building managers and conservation professionals who are passionate about their buildings.
They recognise the harm that inappropriate methods and modern materials such as cement mortars & renders have done, or can do, to traditional brick work and wish not only to retain the significance and character of their buildings but also to restore their functionality. Like me, they recognise the importance of an informed approach to the execution of repairs to traditional & historic buildings.
Taliesin Conservation is an integrated conservation company based in South Wales that employ craftspeople and tradespeople with specialist skills who are able to undertake any building project.
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Taliesin Conservation is an integrated conservation company based in South Wales that employ craftspeople and tradespeople with specialist skills who are able to undertake any building project.
From minimum intervention repairs to complete integrated conservation, planned alterations and reinstatement following major loss Taliesin Conservation brings together the highest standard of building craft skills, supplemented with a considered approach to project management.
From minimum intervention repairs to complete integrated conservation, planned alterations and reinstatement following major loss Taliesin Conservation brings together the highest standard of building craft skills, supplemented with a considered approach to project management.
Established for over 30 years, Jackson Coles is an independent consultancy providing project management and cost consultancy services alongside building surveying, CDM advisory, principal designer and...
Established for over 30 years, Jackson Coles is an independent consultancy providing project management and cost consultancy services alongside building surveying, CDM advisory, principal designer and other complementary services.
We have been fortunate to work on some amazing projects and with some remarkable clients, designers and project teams. We love what we do and are proud of the trusted service that we are known for.
We have been fortunate to work on some amazing projects and with some remarkable clients, designers and project teams. We love what we do and are proud of the trusted service that we are known for.
Spencer Hall Historic Building Conservation (SHHBC) has been formed after 25 years of working in the heritage industry. Spencer has worked on many projects in this time, from traditional residential p...
Spencer Hall Historic Building Conservation (SHHBC) has been formed after 25 years of working in the heritage industry. Spencer has worked on many projects in this time, from traditional residential properties to some of the largest schemes completed in the UK - each is given the same respect and attention to detail.
Spencer is fully conversant in the intricacies of conservation philosophy and approaches all projects with integrity and a developed ethical code in line with accepted conservation standards.
Why Choose SHHBC? - Passionate about historic buildings, Spencer completed his post graduate studies in conservation in the late 1990’s. He is now an ICON accredited Conservator-Restorer, a Full Member of the IHBC and a Chartered Construction Manager (MCIOB). He has worked continuously within the industry for over 25 years, during which he has worked for some of the countries leading conservation companies. Now independent, Spencer collaborates with experienced colleagues to offer a refined service to Conservation Architects, Trusts & Bodies (such as English Heritage & The National Trust) on both buildings and their contents. He is able to provide everything from initial specialist consultancy services through to the delivery of complex Conservation & Restoration projects.
Spencer is fully conversant in the intricacies of conservation philosophy and approaches all projects with integrity and a developed ethical code in line with accepted conservation standards.
Why Choose SHHBC? - Passionate about historic buildings, Spencer completed his post graduate studies in conservation in the late 1990’s. He is now an ICON accredited Conservator-Restorer, a Full Member of the IHBC and a Chartered Construction Manager (MCIOB). He has worked continuously within the industry for over 25 years, during which he has worked for some of the countries leading conservation companies. Now independent, Spencer collaborates with experienced colleagues to offer a refined service to Conservation Architects, Trusts & Bodies (such as English Heritage & The National Trust) on both buildings and their contents. He is able to provide everything from initial specialist consultancy services through to the delivery of complex Conservation & Restoration projects.
Building Conservation is the art of restoring historic structures to their former glory with the least amount of input and the least amount of destruction of historic fabric possible, it is the art of...
Building Conservation is the art of restoring historic structures to their former glory with the least amount of input and the least amount of destruction of historic fabric possible, it is the art of retention of patina, it is knowledge of material, traditional building techniques, understanding of surroundings and appreciation of style and design.
Splitlath BC, has been in existence in one form or another since 1867,making it probably the oldest builders in Great Britain starting life in Stourbridge, in the heart of the Black Country as Barge Builders, the same family has owned the business up to the present day.
Splitlath are when you want the finest craftsmen, when you want the finest materials, when you want your project handled by people who care, who understand, our aim is to make each and every project a pleasureable experience, a lifetime experience, we work with recognised qualified Architects who specialise in Historic Buildings and share our beliefs to provide a harmonious team.
The demand for our skills has been such that we have recently opened a new office in Hong Kong where Colonial Buildings are being recognised for their historic value and design, We are however, no strangers to this region where our sister company Splitlath Group has operated for many years, we are the first Conservation Builders to do this.
We operate an honest and traditional Apprentice scheme and are members of:
- The CITB
- Considerate Contractors Scheme
- Institute of Historic Building Consultants
- Eclesiastic Architects and Surveyors Association
- Royal Institute British Architects
- CHAS
Splitlath BC, has been in existence in one form or another since 1867,making it probably the oldest builders in Great Britain starting life in Stourbridge, in the heart of the Black Country as Barge Builders, the same family has owned the business up to the present day.
Splitlath are when you want the finest craftsmen, when you want the finest materials, when you want your project handled by people who care, who understand, our aim is to make each and every project a pleasureable experience, a lifetime experience, we work with recognised qualified Architects who specialise in Historic Buildings and share our beliefs to provide a harmonious team.
The demand for our skills has been such that we have recently opened a new office in Hong Kong where Colonial Buildings are being recognised for their historic value and design, We are however, no strangers to this region where our sister company Splitlath Group has operated for many years, we are the first Conservation Builders to do this.
We operate an honest and traditional Apprentice scheme and are members of:
- The CITB
- Considerate Contractors Scheme
- Institute of Historic Building Consultants
- Eclesiastic Architects and Surveyors Association
- Royal Institute British Architects
- CHAS
Established in 2007 this ‘award winning company’ specialises in the restoration, conservation and repair of historic buildings and the modern innovation techniques for new build. There are no standard...
Established in 2007 this ‘award winning company’ specialises in the restoration, conservation and repair of historic buildings and the modern innovation techniques for new build. There are no standard solutions to any project; each scheme is individually assessed and Staffordshire Restoration & Conservation (SRC) works closely with each client to achieve the best possible results.
SRC is a traditional building company with a wealth of experience from a ‘time served’ team, proven to have the highest standards across Central England.
The National Trust, English Heritage, Ecclesiastical Clients and home owners of grade listed buildings are amongst our client base that expects ‘excellence in building’ within a cost conscious financial plan.
SRC is a traditional building company with a wealth of experience from a ‘time served’ team, proven to have the highest standards across Central England.
The National Trust, English Heritage, Ecclesiastical Clients and home owners of grade listed buildings are amongst our client base that expects ‘excellence in building’ within a cost conscious financial plan.
We specialise in mural conservation decorative interiors and statue restoration.
Stephen Bellion started his career as a church restorer in 1979. He was an apprentice to Peter Larkwothy, the great ...
We specialise in mural conservation decorative interiors and statue restoration.
Stephen Bellion started his career as a church restorer in 1979. He was an apprentice to Peter Larkwothy, the great grandson of Alfred Bell of Clayton and Bell.
In 1991, Stephen became a partner in Howell and Bellion until 2015, when he formed Stephen Bellion Church Art Restoration. Over the last 40 years Stephen and his team have worked in churches and historic buildings all over the country, cleaning and restoring original decorative schemes and executing new ones.
Stephen Bellion Church Art specialises in the conservation and restoration of decorative interiors and statues, monuments, organ pipes and cases.
Stephen Bellion started his career as a church restorer in 1979. He was an apprentice to Peter Larkwothy, the great grandson of Alfred Bell of Clayton and Bell.
In 1991, Stephen became a partner in Howell and Bellion until 2015, when he formed Stephen Bellion Church Art Restoration. Over the last 40 years Stephen and his team have worked in churches and historic buildings all over the country, cleaning and restoring original decorative schemes and executing new ones.
Stephen Bellion Church Art specialises in the conservation and restoration of decorative interiors and statues, monuments, organ pipes and cases.
We are a building and restoration company specialising in the conservation and repair of historic buildings and structures of social significance. Stone Edge Conservation has a proven track record wor...
We are a building and restoration company specialising in the conservation and repair of historic buildings and structures of social significance. Stone Edge Conservation has a proven track record working in a variety of sectors – from scheduled ancient monuments to fully occupied residential blocks and buildings that play a vital role within the community. Regardless of the historical significance of the building, we approach each and every project with the same proactive mind-set and high quality workmanship to ensure all client expectations are met.
If you need heritage building conservation, look no further. Saddleworth Restoration Conservation provides a wide range of bespoke and heritage stonemasonry services in Oldham and across the North Wes...
If you need heritage building conservation, look no further. Saddleworth Restoration Conservation provides a wide range of bespoke and heritage stonemasonry services in Oldham and across the North West.
After a period of working for Bovis Civil Engineering, he set up his own building company back in 1982. Since then he has established himself by delivering a varied portfolio of building projects of t...
After a period of working for Bovis Civil Engineering, he set up his own building company back in 1982. Since then he has established himself by delivering a varied portfolio of building projects of the highest quality in the Guildford area, Surrey and West Sussex. Richard is accomplished in the Construction Industry and a member of the Chartered Institute Of Builders (CIOB), as well as the Building Conservation and as such listed in the Conservation Directory.
The attention to detail and the precision used in the building projects has won the Company many prestigious contracts. Richard Coles has built a reputation for managing complex and challenging projects, bringing ideas to life with a long list of clients who regularly re commission him.
The success of the Company is attributed to the professionalism, integrity, knowledge and experience of the whole team. We know that any work to your home is highly personal and unique. We pride ourselves in providing a reliable, helpful and comprehensive service carried out by a team of trustworthy, knowledgeable and skilled craftsmen.
The attention to detail and the precision used in the building projects has won the Company many prestigious contracts. Richard Coles has built a reputation for managing complex and challenging projects, bringing ideas to life with a long list of clients who regularly re commission him.
The success of the Company is attributed to the professionalism, integrity, knowledge and experience of the whole team. We know that any work to your home is highly personal and unique. We pride ourselves in providing a reliable, helpful and comprehensive service carried out by a team of trustworthy, knowledgeable and skilled craftsmen.
Reynolds Conservation Ltd is a conservation and restoration company based in Ludlow, Shropshire. We have a wealth of experience and a reputation for expertise in the restoration, conservation and repa...
Reynolds Conservation Ltd is a conservation and restoration company based in Ludlow, Shropshire. We have a wealth of experience and a reputation for expertise in the restoration, conservation and repair of traditional and historic buildings. We are repair specialists with in-house expertise such as, stone masonry, roofing, carpentry & Joinery.
We specialise in the conservation and repair of historic buildings and structures, such as Grade l & Grade ll listed buildings, churches and ancient monuments.
We take all aspects of Health and Safety very seriously and we ensure that all work is carried out in a clean and safe work environment.
Companies we work alongside with:
CADW
Canal River Trust
The National Trust
English Heritage
The Office of Public Works (Ireland)
The Churches Conservation Trust
Parochial Church Councils
Local Authorities
Development Companies
Historic Building Trusts
Colleges & Institutions
Private Individuals
Architects Nationwide
We specialise in the conservation and repair of historic buildings and structures, such as Grade l & Grade ll listed buildings, churches and ancient monuments.
We take all aspects of Health and Safety very seriously and we ensure that all work is carried out in a clean and safe work environment.
Companies we work alongside with:
CADW
Canal River Trust
The National Trust
English Heritage
The Office of Public Works (Ireland)
The Churches Conservation Trust
Parochial Church Councils
Local Authorities
Development Companies
Historic Building Trusts
Colleges & Institutions
Private Individuals
Architects Nationwide
Castria provides an integrated architecture and engineering service through a truly collaborative design process and creative business culture. Our talented team of architects, engineers, surveyors an...
Castria provides an integrated architecture and engineering service through a truly collaborative design process and creative business culture. Our talented team of architects, engineers, surveyors and designers apply their technical expertise and imaginative problem solving skills to various sectors and projects.
For all projects, we aim to provide excellent service and value for our clients. We want to contribute to great place-making, reduce impact on the natural environment, and sustain the historic environment.
For all projects, we aim to provide excellent service and value for our clients. We want to contribute to great place-making, reduce impact on the natural environment, and sustain the historic environment.
Recclesia is a multi-disciplined historic building conservation specialist and consultancy with recognised in-house skills and expertise in masonry conservation, stained glass conservation, and metalw...
Recclesia is a multi-disciplined historic building conservation specialist and consultancy with recognised in-house skills and expertise in masonry conservation, stained glass conservation, and metalwork conservation.
Our highly skilled, experienced, and qualified team specialises in the conservation and repair of historic and listed buildings, churches, ancient sites and ruins. Acting as Principal Contractor or as a specialist sub-contractor, Recclesia works across the UK and internationally on specialist projects with leading conservation architects, conservation organisations, leading contractors, museums, and historic building owners.
Our highly skilled, experienced, and qualified team specialises in the conservation and repair of historic and listed buildings, churches, ancient sites and ruins. Acting as Principal Contractor or as a specialist sub-contractor, Recclesia works across the UK and internationally on specialist projects with leading conservation architects, conservation organisations, leading contractors, museums, and historic building owners.
At Priory Heritage we are passionate about the preservation of historic buildings and believe in a future for all listed and historic buildings.
We support Historic England’s ‘Constructive Conserva...
At Priory Heritage we are passionate about the preservation of historic buildings and believe in a future for all listed and historic buildings.
We support Historic England’s ‘Constructive Conservation’ approach to maintain our ancient buildings but on occasion allow them to change to develop alongside modern needs.
After carefully evaluating significance for each structure we ensure any changes are undertaken sensitively and with consideration for preserving the best of what has been created by previous generations. We believe alterations and repairs should always be done to the best of our ability and provided our work is of the best quality we should not be ashamed of the contribution our generation makes to the history of English Architecture.
We support Historic England’s ‘Constructive Conservation’ approach to maintain our ancient buildings but on occasion allow them to change to develop alongside modern needs.
After carefully evaluating significance for each structure we ensure any changes are undertaken sensitively and with consideration for preserving the best of what has been created by previous generations. We believe alterations and repairs should always be done to the best of our ability and provided our work is of the best quality we should not be ashamed of the contribution our generation makes to the history of English Architecture.
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