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Crenellated Arts specializes in illustration and digital interpretation services for the arts and heritage sectors in the UK, offering tailored solutions for building conservation professionals, homeowners, and enthusiasts. Their mission is to preserve, celebrate, and reimagine the rich architectural and cultural heritage of the UK through innovative visual storytelling. By blending artistry with historical accuracy, the company supports projects that require engaging, detailed visuals to bring historic structures, sites, and narratives to life.
At the core of Crenellated Arts’ offerings are bespoke illustrations and reconstructions of historic buildings and environments. These creations range from detailed technical drawings and watercolour renderings to immersive digital reconstructions. With a deep understanding of architectural heritage and conservation principles, the company ensures that each illustration is both visually compelling and meticulously accurate. Their work often serves as a key resource for conservation reports, restoration projects, and public education campaigns.
In addition to static illustrations, Crenellated Arts provides digital interpretation services designed to enhance engagement with historic sites and narratives. Using cutting-edge tools such as 3D modeling, augmented reality (AR), and virtual reality (VR), they create interactive experiences that allow users to explore reconstructed spaces or visualize changes over time. These tools are invaluable for museums, heritage sites, and educational programs, offering audiences a dynamic way to connect with history.
Crenellated Arts also supports private homeowners and enthusiasts by delivering customized illustrations and interpretive materials for historic homes and gardens. Whether documenting the restoration of a Georgian townhouse or illustrating the original layout of a medieval estate, the company helps clients understand and showcase the historical significance of their properties. These services include creating house histories, interpretive signage, and artistic renderings suitable for personal collections or public display.
Ultimately, Crenellated Arts serves as a bridge between the past and present, making history accessible and engaging for a wide range of audiences. Their work celebrates the UK’s architectural heritage while providing practical tools and resources for its preservation. With a commitment to artistry, authenticity, and innovation, Crenellated Arts stands out as a trusted partner for anyone passionate about understanding and preserving historic spaces.
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.
Triskele Heritage is a UK-based organization dedicated to the conservation, restoration, and celebration of historic buildings and landscapes. With a mission to bridge the gap between traditional craftsmanship and modern conservation practices, Triskele Heritage provides tailored services that empower building conservation professionals, homeowners, and heritage enthusiasts. The company’s work reflects a profound respect for cultural heritage, emphasizing sustainable approaches that honor the authenticity and integrity of historic sites.
At the heart of Triskele Heritage’s mission is the belief that historic buildings are not just structures but living legacies that tell the story of communities, craftsmanship, and culture. The company offers a diverse range of services, including specialist consultancy, condition assessments, and bespoke conservation training. These services are designed to equip professionals and enthusiasts with the knowledge and tools needed to preserve historic structures while maintaining compliance with national heritage standards.
For building conservation professionals, Triskele Heritage provides expert guidance on project planning, materials selection, and traditional techniques. The company’s hands-on training workshops are particularly valued, offering opportunities to learn time-honored methods such as lime plastering, stone masonry, and timber conservation. These sessions not only enhance technical expertise but also foster a deeper appreciation of the skills required to maintain historic buildings.
Homeowners with historic properties benefit from Triskele Heritage’s personalized approach to conservation and restoration. Whether addressing specific issues such as damp management or guiding long-term maintenance planning, the team offers practical, sustainable solutions that respect the character and history of the home. Their advice is grounded in a thorough understanding of traditional building materials and methods, ensuring that interventions are both effective and sympathetic to the property’s heritage.
Triskele Heritage also serves as an invaluable resource for heritage enthusiasts, hosting lectures, community engagement programs, and curated site visits that bring the stories of historic buildings to life. Through these initiatives, the company aims to inspire a wider audience to value and engage with the UK’s rich architectural legacy. In everything they do, Triskele Heritage combines technical expertise with a genuine passion for heritage, making them a trusted partner for anyone invested in preserving the past.
The Victorian Society in the UK is a leading authority dedicated to the preservation and appreciation of Victorian and Edwardian architecture and design. Founded in 1958, its mission is to protect the rich architectural and cultural heritage from the 1837–1914 period, which saw some of the most innovative and iconic building styles in British history. By raising awareness of the historical and aesthetic significance of these structures, the Society plays a pivotal role in ensuring their survival for future generations.
For building conservation professionals, the Victorian Society offers an invaluable resource, providing expert advice and access to comprehensive research and case studies. Through its work with local authorities, heritage bodies, and property developers, the Society influences planning decisions, ensuring that listed buildings and conservation areas are safeguarded. Its publications, such as The Victorian magazine, and detailed reports on architectural conservation issues, are essential tools for professionals in the field.
Homeowners of Victorian and Edwardian properties benefit significantly from the Society's expertise. The organization provides guidance on sympathetic restoration and maintenance practices, ensuring that the architectural integrity and original features of these homes are preserved. Through workshops, seminars, and a network of specialist contacts, the Society empowers owners to make informed decisions about their properties while enhancing their understanding of their historical value.
Enthusiasts of Victorian and Edwardian design can engage with the Society’s vibrant program of events and activities. These include guided tours, lectures by leading historians, and exclusive access to buildings of interest. The Society’s advocacy campaigns also provide opportunities for individuals to actively contribute to the preservation of endangered sites. Membership offers enthusiasts a deeper connection to the rich history of this period, fostering a community of like-minded individuals who share a passion for architectural heritage.
The Victorian Society is more than just a conservation body; it is a movement that celebrates the beauty and significance of Victorian and Edwardian architecture. By combining advocacy, education, and expert advice, it provides a comprehensive platform for conservation professionals, homeowners, and enthusiasts alike. Through its tireless efforts, the Society ensures that the architectural treasures of the 19th and early 20th centuries remain a source of inspiration and pride for all.
Specialising in the restoration of 18th Century gilt wood furniture,mirrors,fire surrounds and pastiches of tables and mirrors Dafydd has had numerous commissions ranging from work for the National Trust to bespoke gilded mirrors and tables for interior designers.
Mae Dafydd wedi ei eni yng Nghymru ond wedi cael ei godi yn Llundain a Chaerloyw. Roedd gan Dafydd weithdy yn Abertawe ond erbyn hyn mae wedi symud i fyw a gweithio yn Llandeilo. Roedd yn cyd weithio gyda’i dad tan iddo farw yn sydyn ym mis Awst. Roedd Emyr ei dad, hefyd yn Feistr Cerfio ac yn adnabyddus iawn am ei ddawn.
For the last twenty five years, Nigel, who was taught by his father Terence Hilliard has been reproducing picture frames and decorative furniture as well as restoring some of the finest antique furniture.
Much of this work requires gilding and often necessitates simulating a period finish. This is achieved using a variety of methods and techniques that have evolved and developed over the years.
Many of the frames he has worked on are displayed in museums and private collections worldwide surrounding paintings by celebrated artists, including, Rubens, Canaletto, Reynolds, Gainsborough, Monet and Picasso. Nigel’s work includes restoring particular items from the Carlton House trophy collection for Windsor Castle and carvings for Spencer House, as well as providing a high quality service to art and antique dealers, private collectors and those whose interests include joinery, cabinet making, architectural and interior design.
Paul undertakes extensive restoration/conservation work that entails conservation reports, analysis, proposed treatments, and method statements followed by final reports including photographs of works during progress.
New projects are also welcomed. The knowledge gained on the numerous and varied projects completed over the years enables the Workshop to offer new works to the highest standard, whether it be a traditional design or a totally new concept. Consultation followed by sketches and CAD drawings being produced as necessary.
Contracts have been carried out for a wide variety of clients, ranging from royal palaces, stately homes, government buildings and public museums to architects, antique dealers, interior designers and private individuals.
With strong links to other specialist businesses we frequently manage multi disciplinary projects incorporating crafts such as blacksmiths, glazing & stained glass, polishers, gilders & signwriters etc....
Our works encompass new build, restoration, conservation, repairs and maintenance for clients including Private Homeowners, The National Trust, English Heritage, Parish Churches and Cathedrals (St Paul’s, Canterbury, Newcastle, York etc…).
Our small team of highly skilled architectural woodcarvers invite commissions for the hand carving of –
- Architectural mouldings such as Egg and Dart, Bead and Reel, Waterleaf, Acanthus leaf etc…
- Ornamental chimneypieces, overmantles, overdoors and pediments.
- Letter cutting to plaques, signs, role boards, notice boards, pews, house signs and nameplates.
- Swags, drops, pateri, corbels, coats of arms and tracery work.
Following a degree in sculpture he went on to specialised training in stone carving at Weymouth & Portland College. This led to more training with Treasure & Sons of Ludlow restoring listed historic buildings.
Nick has extensive experience in seeing projects through from the beginning to final carving including planning, design, visualisation and maquette work. His trademark is his ability to work with clients enthusiastically and sympathetically meeting deadlines through careful scheduling.
In 2009 he began working with rarer types of onyx and marble restoring antique sculptures for some of the major auction houses in the UK.
He is experienced in copy carving or sculpting in clay from photographic reference.
Nick has a workshop in south Manchester and undertakes commissions nationally and overseas.
Happily stonemasonry is still practiced today and the Worshipful Company of Masons is at the forefront of supporting the craft in education and preservation. Our membership includes professionals from the construction and property, specialists in stonemasonry as well as those with connections to or interest in the City and its national and international importance. Membership is made up Liverymen, Freemen and Yeoman Masons.
Our history - Our Company was formed with the object of regulating the craft of stonemasonry so that standards could be properly maintained and rewarded. The earliest available records of regulation from the Court of Aldermen are dated 1356.
In 1472 a Grant of Arms was received under Letters Patent but it was not until 1677 that the Company was formally incorporated by Royal Charter under the seal of King Charles II which gave it authority to control the work of masons in the Cities of London and Westminster and seven miles around. This was a necessary power in order to control the influx of provincial stonemasons assisting in the rebuilding of the capital following the Great Fire in 1666 and to enable the maintenance of strict standards, although governance was never quite as tight again.
Since then members of the Company have been involved in the creation and preservation of the majority of iconic stone buildings and structures across these Cities and nationwide.
Joshua and Edward Marshall erected Temple Bar in 1673, the barrier from where trade was officially regulated into the City. Four years later Thomas Strong laid the foundation stone of the new St Paul’s Cathedral and his brother Edward laid the last stone of the building’s lantern in 1708. Both Marshalls and Strongs were Master Masons among a number of other prominent members of the Company who worked on the City’s most beautiful monuments under Sir Christopher Wren. Between 1670 and 1718 at least 8 individuals actively involved in the construction of St Paul’s became Masters of the Masons’ Company.
Our family run business provides a quality finish, excellent service and great value. We have a large workforce and carry standard materials in stock, to ensure your house is safe and dry as quickly as possible.
We have specialists in a number of roofing disciplines, including listed buildings and produce exceptional results with all types of slates, tiles and flat roof coverings.
Competent Roofer - As members of the Competent Roofer scheme, we can self-certify work that requires building regulation approval. This means there’s no need for a council inspection, saving you time and money.
Discover more about our roofing services on the following pages, or contact our expert team to discuss a specific project on (0114) 244 7720 or via the contact us page.
The Practice was established in 1998 and has secured work with many respected clients on high profile buildings and their environs. The success of the practice is confirmed by securing repeat business from existing clients and by recommendation from respected professionals.
The Directors, Associates and staff at MTA are qualified and experienced in their relevant disciplines and have been involved in integrating building services into all manner of buildings, both historic and modern.
Modern building services design involves a multitude of different engineering skills and MTA has experts in all the disciplines needed to design today’s complex buildings. We work closely with other members of the project team in order to achieve the high degree of integration and coordination essential to facilitate the construction process.
Our aim is to design energy efficient integrated building services which take into account the functional requirements of the building and the need to incorporate sustainability options with systems that provide ease of use and maintainability for the end user.
The range of buildings within our portfolio has allowed us to develop significant expertise in historic building conservation design and techniques over many years. At Buckingham Palace, for example, our experience of conserving historic stonework and care in sourcing new materials addressed a problem that had been unresolved for over 150 years. At Hampton Court, the Anne Boleyn Gates show how we can work with a range of materials – in this case timber – to introduce beautiful new features within important historic settings. Meanwhile The Canons’ Cloister shows how a forensic approach to building conservation has restored important Medieval buildings and reversed a series of damaging interventions.
We enjoy sharing our expertise with project partners and others. On site we take great pride in encouraging close collaboration with others such as conservationists and specialist trades, an approach that allows project partners to learn from each other and bring their best to each project. We are also anxious to do what we can to ensure that historic building conservation skills and knowledge are passed down, and therefore give talks and lectures to fellow professionals and other interested groups, host study visits to our projects for trainee architects, surveyors and conservationists, and share our expertise through articles in journals and magazines.
‘As someone who both lives and works in the Canons’ Cloister I know that Martin Ashley Architects’ refurbishment was undertaken with great skill as well as consummate and sensitive care, providing the perfect balance of modern living in a place of historic interest and importance.’
Charlotte Manley LVO OBE, Chapter Clerk, St George’s Chapel, Windsor Castle
‘Martin Ashley Architects have worked alongside Historic Royal Palaces for several years to ensure a future for some of Britain’s most significant buildings. At Hampton Court Palace and Kew the practice continues to bring a responsible, scholarly and collaborative approach to historic building conservation.’
Patricia Les, Surveyor of the Fabric & Head of Building Conservation at Historic Royal Palaces
‘We consider Martin Ashley Architects to be one of the most professional and approachable practices in their field. Clients and contractors alike admire their attention to detail, innovative thinking and excellent back office support. Their collaborative approach also makes for successful and enjoyable working relationships.’
Paul and Denese Webb, P Webb Roofing and Building Services
- New cast iron components to exact original specification
- Renovation of original castings and application of paint systems
- Supply of architectural ironwork to original or new designs
- Renovation of mechanical plant and equipment at conservation sites
- Repairs to existing castings where possible
- Patternmaking, machining, fettling
- All normal grades of Engineering Grey Cast Iron to B.S. 1452 and..
- S.G. Iron to B.S. 2789 can be supplied
- Country-wide supply and fit service
From the outset the Trust has aimed to create long-standing relationships with the organisations it supports and partners through both its principle areas of work; the Grants Programme and the Awards Scheme.
The Trust supports around 350 charities every year through the Grants Programme and gives around 80 different Awards to individuals and groups from across the charity sector, who make a difference to a cause that they believe in.
The Trust’s activities are financed by income derived from its investment portfolio and it does not accept any public donations.
A widely experienced and proactive chartered engineering firm with a creative approach to problem solving. Working closely with the design team, our aim is to deliver solutions that respond to clients’ requirements whilst delivering excellent value.
Marbas is committed to developing the sustainability agenda both within our practice and with our clients.
We are constantly striving to achieve inspiring and practical solutions that make a genuine difference to the built environment whilst considering the environmental impacts.
With over 30 years experience, the company was founded by Barnaby Swann and Sam Farzam, both chartered engineers with the Institution of Structural Engineers.
They have gained significant experience across a broad range of sectors within the industry from working on new build and refurbishments works on residential, historic, educational, retail, industrial and transport to include airports.
Manx National Heritage is responsible for protecting and promoting the Isle of Man’s natural and cultural heritage. We are an Isle of Man registered charity and look after some of the Island’s most special places, spaces, archives and museum collections, making these available to people across the world.
We work across a wide portfolio of projects throughout the UK and Europe, covering all sectors of the built environment.
Our diverse experience equips us to work on both new build and conservation projects, with a proven track record of delivering new construction in historic and re-use environments.
Across the practice we bring imagination and technical skill to every project, and we are set to pro-actively respond to any challenge.
We constantly drive to stay at the leading edge of our industry. This includes being an early adopter of BIM and meeting the Government's target for BIM with delivery of Level 2 projects.
Communication, collaboration and creativity underpin all our work. This enables us to deliver internationally recognised projects and to remain at the forefront of digital engineering.
Under the direction of Malcolm Fryer, the experience of the practice ranges from careful building repairs through to large scale adaptive re-use and master-planning projects.
Our design philosophy is one of seeking creative and flexible yet robust solutions, which respect the significance of existing buildings and their contexts whilst adding a layer of contemporary distinction. The practice seeks to make buildings sustainable in the widest sense, reflecting the needs of users socially and economically as well as environmentally. A ‘Long Life, Loose Fit’ approach is central to this challenge.
The practice has a strong track record of obtaining planning and listed building consents for complex and ambitious historic building projects, and for securing funding sources. Malcolm Fryer has been responsible for designing and delivering award winning buildings for a wide range of private, institutional and ecclesiastical clients.
Whether working alone or in collaborative partnership, the practice values the importance of an integrated team approach to design. A strong client focus recognises the uniqueness of all projects and the need for a tailored approach. Membership of the RIBA and accreditation in historic building conservation (AABC) ensures that the highest standards are maintained at all times.
We drew inspiration from the Dutch Monumentenwacht, which – by total contrast – has for nearly 50 years operated teams of operatives clearing out the gutters of historic buildings and doing immediate minor repairs such as replacing cracked or slipped roof tiles.
Early Days
In 2002, we set up a pilot scheme in Bath, Somerset, to test whether a similar service could be provided in the UK. More information on this is on a separate page here. This concluded that there were no technical obstacles to setting up such a service here, but there were significant financial barriers.
The pilot scheme proved popular with local churches and led directly to the creation of our GutterClear scheme with the Church of England Diocese of Gloucester.
Putting it off: Research - Between 2003 and 2006, we led a collaborative research programme funded by the Department of Trade & Industry. The results are available online here and have informed our thinking ever since.
Corporate Status - Maintain our Heritage is a not-for- profit company, limited by guarantee, registered in England number no 3983254
Mark had an academic career and worked for an archaeological fieldwork contractor and a national environmental consultancy before setting up M-Arc Heritage in 2018. He has worked with private and commercial clients throughout the UK on numerous projects both large and small, from the conversion of Listed Buildings to Archaeological Assessments. He has undertaken projects in highly sensitive areas, including World Heritages Sites, Conservation Areas, Registered Parks and Gardens and Listed Buildings of all grades.
Development need not be in conflict with heritage. Ethical solutions can be found that support development while preserving our heritage. M-Arc Heritage will guide you every step of the way from application to consent.
We have extensive experience in the design and project management of new build, as well as the adaptation and upgrading of culturally sensitive structures of all kinds. This includes churches, museums and historic sites, commercial and residential buildings, memorials and historic landscapes.
Our specialism extends to the conservation and design of internal fixtures and fittings. We offer practical solutions to problems arising in sensitive sites. We encourage low-impact construction techniques and the use of sustainable building materials. Our approach incorporates bespoke systems for energy, water and waste management, and our architects specialise in defining and implementing solutions for a more sustainable built environment.
Our in-house team of architectural historians and researchers specialise in the production of conservation management plans, conservation statements, impact analysis, building histories and chronologies.
MRDA has an outstanding track record in the UK, Europe and further afield which is attested by a significant number of awards, publications and a wide variety of clients, including private individuals, local authorities, national corporations, English Heritage, the National Trust, the British Museum, the European Union and the World Bank.
The Practice is registered with Constructionline and the Partners, Associates and senior architects are registered with RIBA as Architects Accredited in Building Conservation (AABC).