Impact of Climate Change on Heritage
We will discuss climate change and the significant issues impacting Scotland’s historic environment.
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Energy Efficiency and Adaptive Re-use of Buildings
We will examine the basic principles of making traditional Scottish buildings more energy efficient, with insights into current practical techniques.
Scottish Ironwork Traditions
An introduction to the use and conservation of wrought and cast iron in Scotland over the past three centuries.
Legacy and Light: Stained Glass in Scotland
Join us for a day of discovery and dialogue, bridging Scotland's stained glass past with its sustainable future.
Capturing Moments
Two speakers explore their documentary photography: from the first images taken after the Glasgow School of Art fire, to the peace wall and the Firth of Forth.
Heritage Planning
We will provide an overview of the legislative framework governing how Scotland’s historic environment is managed and protected.
Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Adaptive Re-use of Buildings
We will discuss climate change and the significant issues impacting Scotland’s historic environment. We will also examine the basic principles of making traditional Scottish buildings more energy efficient, with insights into current practical techniques.
Traditional Building Maintenance (with optional Stirling maintenance walk)
We will explore how to reduce decay and damage in buildings with regular maintenance.
Stone in Scotland: Past, Present and Future
An introduction to stone, Scotland’s preeminent building material. We will share information on developments for its conservation and future use.
Lime Mortar: Principles and Practices
An introduction to the practical and scientific use of traditional lime for building purposes in Scotland.
Scottish Roofing: Materials and Practices
An introduction to traditional roofing materials and techniques in Scotland, with guidance on current best practice and an update on recent HES slate quarry initiatives.
Conserving Timberwork and Timber Windows
A day focusing on the use and the repair of timberwork in Scotland’s buildings, with a special focus on traditional sash and case windows.