Two UK winners at the 2026 European #Heritage Awards / Europa Nostra Awards
Rochdale Town Hall and Elizabeth Tower both recognised for Conservation & Adaptive Reuse.
Find out more: www.europanostra.org/european-com...
Good news for The Railway Bell 🔔 in Gipsy Hill!
We raised concerns about proposals for demolition, particularly the lack of proper consideration for adaptation and conversion. It’s encouraging to see a decision that recognises the building’s value as a locally listed heritage asset.
The restored façade of #Wolverhampton Central Library is now on view.
Built 1900–1902 by Henry T. Hare, this Grade II* listed building features rich terracotta detail, including friezes naming notable poets.
Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...
#Heritage #Conservation
The Temple of the Four Winds at @castlehowardestate.bsky.social is a striking 18th-century garden building by Sir John Vanbrugh, blending classical design with dramatic landscape setting. A key moment on Terrace Walk and a standout example of Baroque garden architecture.
EVENT: Join us for an online talk with Eric Parry Architects on 5 May at 6pm.
'Faith, Creativity and Crafting' explores the renewal of St John’s Waterloo — how thoughtful design can revitalise a historic church while strengthening its connection to the community.
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NEWS: We’ve objected to the demolition of The Railway Bell, a locally listed pub in Gipsy Hill.
The proposals fail to recognise its heritage value and do not properly consider adaptation over demolition. Façadism is not an appropriate solution.
We encourage others to object. tinyurl.com/4chh2c54
Valuing Seaside Heritage Symposium
Hosted in partnership with @seasidenetwork.bsky.social, @hbap1924.bsky.social, and @heritagenetwork.bsky.social.
@seasideferry.bsky.social opens the day with 'What is Seaside Heritage?'.
Register: hbap.org.uk/valuing-seas...
Set within Rivington Gardens, the Pigeon Tower, was designed around 1910 by Thomas Mawson for William Lever, 1st Viscount Leverhulme. The Grade II listed, Gothic-style tower, complete with its distinctive semi-circular stair turret, once served as both a dovecote and a lookout. 🕊️
📷: ©Mark Sanderson
LOCAL HERITAGE: We urge LiveWest & South Glos Council to rethink demolition plans for the former Watermore/Brockeridge school buildings (1846) in Frampton Cotterell.
They hold strong local value and contribute to the area’s character. Reuse and adaptation should be considered.
What might HB&P look like in 10 years’ time?
Our Future Lab Innovation Committee (FLIC) brings together trustees, staff and partners to explore new ideas and shape what comes next.
A space for blue-sky thinking, collaboration and creativity.
Read more: hbap.org.uk/imagining-th...
EVERYDAY HERITAGE: Kirkham Bridge, Yorkshire, Grade II
Built in the early 19th century and designed by John Carr, this elegant stone bridge spans the landscape with a series of arches that have supported movement, trade, and connection for over two centuries.
Photo © Andy Beecroft (cc-by-sa/2.0)
CASEWORK UPDATE: Bryn Corach, #Conwy a striking Grade II Gothic villa — and its future is being decided right now. We support removing the 1963 hotel wing, but we're concerned about plans to replace original windows, doors and add a clashing garage. There's scope for sympathetic extensions instead.🏛️
It is well worth a visit!
Page Street Housing in #Westminster, designed by Edwin Lutyens in the 1920s, is a striking example of interwar #housing.
Grade II listed, it combines simple forms, careful proportions and practical #design, showing how everyday homes can be both functional and thoughtfully designed.
St Paul’s, Deptford is a remarkable early 18th-century church designed by Thomas Archer and completed in the 1730s as part of the Commission for Building Fifty New Churches. Grade I listed, it remains one of Archer’s most accomplished works and an important landmark in this part of London.
You can visit it, and go inside! It is still open as a tourist attraction.
Ever wondered what the UK’s tiniest house looks like? 🏠
The Smallest House in Great Britain sits on #Conwy’s quayside and is widely recognised as the smallest house in Great Britain, measuring just 72 inches (≈ 183 cm) wide. This Grade II listed building was lived in until 1900.
Submissions are open for the 2026 Stephen Croad Prize, an annual award from Historic Buildings & Places recognising outstanding new research and writing on historic buildings across the United Kingdom.
🏆 Prize: £600
📅 Deadline: 31 May 2026
🔗Find out more: hbap.org.uk/2026-stephen...
Seaside towns tell Britain’s coastal story, but how do we make sure they continue to thrive? 🏖️🌊 Join us on 26 June for expert insights on heritage, regeneration, and community-led solutions. Register today: hbap.org.uk/valuing-seas...
Glorious sunshine for our visit to #Gloucester Cathedral ☀️
From centuries of architectural history to today’s #conservation in action, it was a brilliant day exploring both the #cathedral and its stonemasons’ workshop.
A real insight into #heritage skills in practice.
Submissions are open for the 2026 Stephen Croad Prize, celebrating outstanding research and writing on the UK’s historic buildings. Contributions on building conservation and heritage crafts are also encouraged.
🔗 Full details hbap.org.uk/2026-stephen...
🏛 Final call! Our Supporter Consultation closes today at 6 pm.
If you haven’t responded yet, now’s your last chance — the survey takes less than 10 minutes, and your feedback will help inform HB&P’s future priorities.
📋 Complete the survey now: hbap.org.uk/have-your-sa...
The Merchant Adventurers’ Hall, dating back to the 14th century, has long been the centre of York’s merchant community. Its Great Hall, with its soaring timber roof and medieval character, is a remarkable survival of England’s civic #architecture.
⏳ Our Supporter Consultation is closing soon!
If you haven’t had the chance yet, there’s still time to take part — it only takes 10 minutes, and your feedback will help guide HB&P’s future decisions.
📋 Complete the consultation here: hbap.org.uk/have-your-sa...
Our final WPI Student Insights blog is live.
Daniel shares reflections on presenting recommendations to HB&P and HILO, refining case studies, and preparing for their final presentation.
Thank you to the WPI students for their thoughtful contribution!
Read more: hbap.org.uk/wpi-student-...
Built in 1728, Grade I listed Boreham House, #Chelmsford is a rare survival of early C18 design, with its symmetrical design still intact. We support a proposed school use, but have objected to a prominent glazed lift tower that would harm its character and setting.
📷: Malc McDonald (cc-by-sa/2.0)
Submit your work for the Stephen Croad Prize, celebrating new research on historic UK buildings. We seek essays on landmark discoveries, overlooked places, building #conservation, and #heritage crafts.
🔗 Details: hbap.org.uk/2026-stephen...
✨ Step inside Lambeth Palace✨
A rare professional insight into one of the UK’s most notable ecclesiastical buildings. 🏛️
Join Wright & Wright Architects on 10th June 2026 to explore Lambeth Palace’s first major refurbishment in over 70 years.
More info: hbap.org.uk/tour-of-lamb...
This week’s WPI Student Insights comes from Nina Van Ekelenburg, exploring what makes heritage charities financially resilient.
Through case studies and interviews across the sector, her research is helping to inform HB&P’s Future Lab.
Read the full story:
hbap.org.uk/wpi-student-...
⏱ The survey takes around 10 minutes and closes on 16 March 2026.
🎁 Participants can win tickets to our member-exclusive visit to Crosby Moran Hall or an £80 book voucher.
🔗 Find out more: hbap.org.uk/have-your-sa...
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