Traditional Building Maintenance

Traditional Building Maintenance

We will explore how to reduce decay and damage in buildings with regular maintenance.

By Historic Environment Scotland, The Engine Shed

Date and time

Thursday, November 20 · 9:30am - 4pm GMT

Location

The Engine Shed

Forthside Way Stirling FK8 1QZ United Kingdom

Refund Policy

Refunds up to 7 days before event

About this event

  • Event lasts 6 hours 30 minutes

Join us to learn about the practicalities of detailed and regular inspections of traditional buildings. We’ll share how a robust maintenance plan can stave off decay and expensive repairs.

A networking lunch will provide those opting to purchase the in-person learning experience the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed.

Our in-person experience includes a tour of Stirling’s historic Old Town. Our team will point out a range of maintenance issues within the city and discuss the perils of ignoring the warning signs of fabric decay.

Please note that this is a full day event. For those who cannot join us in person, a virtual ticket is available for the morning only.

Learning outcomes

You will:

  1. Understand the basic principles and practical approaches underpinning sound management of Scotland’s traditional buildings.
  2. Recognise the physical and economic benefits of having a formal maintenance programme managed by qualified operatives.
  3. Understand the process of managing regular maintenance inspections for a traditional property, including the compilation of maintenance manuals and logbooks.

Who should attend?

We encourage graduates, heritage professionals and building practitioners from all disciplines interested in developing their knowledge and practice in traditional buildings to consider attending.

We also welcome anyone responsible for a traditional building or with an interest in the broader aspects of building conservation in Scotland.

Additional Information

Historic Scotland Members can claim 10% discount using the promo code HSMember. Please bring your membership card on the day.

Students currently undertaking a college or university course can use the code Student to obtain a free ticket. This is only redeemable when signing up with a valid student email address and upon production of a valid student ID card, if requested.

Group bookings: Tickets must be purchased ‘per individual’. If you would like to book multiple tickets on behalf of your organisation, invoicing can be arranged. Please email technicaleducation@hes.scot for more information.

Certification: this Learning Session can be used towards your continued professional development (CPD). A certificate of attendance will be issued following participation.

Frequently asked questions

Where can I find out about getting to the Engine Shed?

Visit the Engine Shed website for more information about getting to the Engine Shed in Stirling. https://www.engineshed.scot/visit/

What is the cancellation policy?

Visit https://www.historicenvironment.scot/terms-and-conditions/ticketing-terms-and-conditions/consumer-terms/ for information on our cancellation and refund policy

Organized by

The Engine Shed is Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre, based in Stirling. Run by Historic Environment Scotland, it serves as a central hub for building and conservation professionals and the general public.

 

Our historic built environment is a finite and unique resource, yet its care calls for conservation skills that are in short supply. This new learning and visitor resource will help to encourage a greater understanding of traditional building materials and skills – and inspire future generations to continue to care for Scotland’s built heritage.

£30 – £75