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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 21h

What makes a Conservation Management Plan useful? Join us online Mon 19 Oct to explore how CMPs can help you understand, care for and manage historic buildings and places, with Bryher Mason of Avalon Planning and Heritage. More: hbap.org.uk/events/hbp-o... 📷: Croft Castle, @nationaltrust.org.uk

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

Future Lab is one year old. 🎂 A year ago, we began a 3 year project with the Heritage Innovation Laboratory Oxford to explore what HB&P might look like in the future. Read our Year One update: hbap.org.uk/future-lab-o...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Congratulations to India Wright, winner of the 2026 Stephen Croad Prize! Her winning essay explores the mostly temporary garden structures of the Inns of Court, and the social history and hierarchy behind them. Read more: hbap.org.uk/india-wright...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

🏛️ Last chance to book! Join Dr Rosemary Yallop tomorrow at 7.15pm for our 2026 Annual Lecture on the Picturesque and its influence on British architecture. 🎟️ HB&P Members free | Non-members £10 hbap.org.uk/hbap-2026-an... #HistoricBuildings #Architecture

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 27/09/2026

How many historic buildings do we pass without noticing? This former Odeon Cinema on Crouch Street, #Colchester, shows that heritage isn’t only country houses, ancient churches or famous landmarks. Everyday places reveal as much about our towns as better-known monuments.

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 26/09/2026

King George’s Hall has been at the heart of #Blackburn’s cultural life since opening in 1914. The Grade II listed building is due to reopen today after an extensive programme of renovation. Our photographs were taken several years before this recent work.

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Behind the scenes in Lincoln 🦺 From conservation work on the scaffolding at #Lincoln Cathedral’s Chapter House to the Bishop’s Palace, Greyfriars and the Wonky House, we had a fascinating day exploring the city’s #heritage. Thanks to all our guides and everyone who joined us!

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

The former St John the Baptist Church in Aconbury, Herefordshire, is a Grade II* listed medieval church with 13th-century origins. Look closely at its 15th-century timber-framed porch and you’ll find wonderfully carved angels supporting the roof. #Heritage #BuiltHeritage #ChurchArchitecture

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

🏛️ One week to go! Join Dr Rosemary Yallop for our 2026 Annual Lecture exploring how the Picturesque transformed British architecture. 📅 29 Sept, 7.15pm 🎟️ HB&P Members free | Non-members £10 hbap.org.uk/hbap-2026-an... #HistoricBuildings #Heritage #Architecture

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

The Grade II* Midland Hotel, Morecambe, is one of Britain’s finest examples of Streamline Moderne architecture. HB&P supports repair and restoration but has raised concerns about proposed changes to its historic interiors. 📷 Bryan Legard #BuiltHeritage #Morecambe

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

How did the Picturesque transform British architecture? Join Dr Rosemary Yallop for our 2026 Annual Lecture, exploring country houses, villas and the emerging suburb. 📅 29 Sept, 7.15pm 🎟️ HB&P Members free | Non-members £10 hbap.org.uk/hbap-2026-an... #HistoricBuildings #Heritage #Architecture

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

What is Future Lab actually doing? 🔎 Recent research has explored our archives, membership, academic publishing and green skills, bringing fresh perspectives to HB&P. Read the latest articles: hbap.org.uk/news-events/... #FutureLab #Heritage

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

There’s still time to book! Join us on 17 September for a guided tour of Lincoln’s remarkable historic buildings and places, including the Cathedral, Bishops’ Palace, Wonky House and Greyfriars. Book: hbap.org.uk/a-day-explor... #Lincoln #Heritage #HistoricBuildings

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

The campaign to save Brockeridge continues. Local residents are still campaigning against proposed demolition of the former 1846 school buildings. Despite a July announcement that LiveWest had completed its review was ready to submit plans, no planning application has yet been submitted. (1/2)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 10/09/2026

Today: Future Lab online talk! Join us today, 10 September, from 1pm–1.45pm for a free online lunchtime update with HB&P Director Liz Power, reflecting on Year One of Future Lab and looking ahead to what comes next. Bookings close at midday today. Register now! hbap.org.uk/hbp-online-t...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

Last month we explored Alexander Pope’s Grotto and St Mary’s Church in #Twickenham, discovering the remarkable history of these two sites connected to the celebrated poet. Thank you to our guides Ricky and Katie, and to everyone who joined us! #AlexanderPope #Architecture #Heritage

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

All Saints, Cockermouth, Cumbria (Grade II*, 1852) is a striking example of High Victorian Gothic, with connections to William Wordsworth. We’ve been making the case for the church’s original font to remain unobscured by new amenities at the West End. (1/2)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

In Nottinghamshire, we've been fighting to save another unlisted public house from demolition. Likely built as two houses in the early 1800s and licensed as an inn by 1822, the former Seven Stars Inn is part of the Hucknall Conservation Area. 📷️ : Seven Stars, 2012 before closure Google Street View

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 25/08/2026

🏛️ Harmondsworth Barn turns 600! Join English Heritage and the Friends of the Great Barn at Harmondsworth for a special conference on 5 September. 🎟️ In-person and online tickets available: www.english-heritage.org.uk/visit/whats-...

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Harmondsworth Barn 600th Anniversary Conference

2026 marks the 600th anniversary of the construction of the ‘New Barn’ at Harmondsworth, the largest surviving medieval timber-framed barn in England. To celebrate this remarkable example of medieval ...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Join Historic Buildings & Places on 25 August for a rare visit to Alexander Pope’s Grotto and St Mary’s Church, Twickenham. Explore Pope’s Grade II* listed grotto on a private guided tour, then visit the church where the celebrated poet is buried. 🕚 11am–2pm Book: hbap.org.uk/visit-to-pop...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 17/08/2026

We’re delighted to have supported the planning application to restore Pwllheli’s Grade II-listed Gwesty’r Tŵr as a community facility. With @archhfund.org.uk funding, plans include makerspaces, workshops, affordable workspaces and a bunkhouse in the former stables. 📷: © David Medcalf (cc-by-sa/2.0)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 13/08/2026

Explore over 1,000 years of Lincoln's history with HB&P on 17 September. Visit Lincoln Cathedral, the Medieval Bishops' Palace, the Wonky House and Greyfriars, with expert-led tours and exclusive insights into current conservation projects. Find out more: hbap.org.uk/a-day-explor...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

A fantastic afternoon exploring behind the scenes at Blackpool Tower with our members and supporters. Huge thanks to Carl Carrington, Head of Planning & Heritage at Blackpool Council, for leading such an insightful tour of this remarkable Grade I listed landmark.

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Holy Trinity Church in Llandudno is a fine example of Victorian Gothic Revival architecture, designed by George Felton in 1865. (1/2)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

📚 Step into the world of Alexander Pope. Join Historic Buildings & Places for an exclusive guided visit to Alexander Pope's Grotto and St Mary's Church, Twickenham on Tuesday 25 August. ✨ Guided tours 🏛️ Explore two remarkable historic sites 📍 Twickenham 🕚 11am to 2pm Book: buff.ly/F9nzMIn

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

The recent hot weather has left the lawns surrounding Salisbury Cathedral and Choristers' Square looking noticeably parched. These photographs, taken by our Caseworker Ross, show Salisbury Cathedral and Choristers' Square, home to an outstanding collection of Grade I and Grade II* listed buildings.

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

⏰ Last chance! Tomorrow, Tue 4 Aug, 6pm: join conservation architect Martin Roberts for an online talk on Weardale's vernacular architecture—what farmhouses & cottages reveal about centuries of social change. Free for members, £4 non-members. Book: hbap.org.uk/online-talk-... #Heritage #Weardale

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 01/08/2026

The former Merthyr Tydfil Synagogue, completed in 1877, is the only surviving purpose-built Victorian synagogue in Wales. Earlier this year we welcomed the Welsh Jewish Cultural Centre for an online talk on its restoration. Recording: buff.ly/9sb9JL3 📷 Chris Andrews, CC BY-SA 2.0

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

The former Greencore factory, Evercreech — a c.1770 farm site turned 1891 creamery, and a rare survival of vernacular farm/industrial buildings. A second redevelopment scheme now threatens them, claiming reuse isn't viable. Castle Cary's restored Creamery says otherwise. 📷️ : Google Street View

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

One of Europe's finest Baroque interiors, in Greenwich. Join us for a talk & tour of the Painted Hall, led by architect Hugh Broughton, who worked on its 2019 conservation. Wed 12 Aug, 2pm. 🎟️ hbap.org.uk/talk-and-tou... 📷️ : James Brittain

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

🌊 Our Director, Liz Power, has shared her reflections on this year's Valuing Seaside Heritage Symposium. From inspiring discussions and case studies to chips on the beach, it was a fantastic day celebrating the people working to protect our seaside heritage. Read the blog: buff.ly/vJw9LqU

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

A rare piece of railway heritage is looking for a new future. Grade II listed Torre Signal Box in Torquay was built in 1921–22 for the Great Western Railway and still retains historic features, including surviving signalling equipment. Images: © Derek Harper, Tim Marshall (cc-by-sa/2.0)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 27/07/2026

At the end of last week, our team member Ross visited #LongfordCastle near Salisbury and shared these stunning photos. This Grade I listed country house, dating from the late 1500s, is a remarkable example of an #Elizabethan prodigy house, with later alterations by James Wyatt and Anthony Salvin.

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Seaside Heritage Network @seasidenetwork.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Delighted to see the write-up of our #valuingseasideheritage symposium in this week's @countrylifemag.bsky.social. Our aim was always to raise the profile of undervalued #seasideheritage so thanks to our partners @hbap1924.bsky.social and @heritagenetwork.bsky.social for making the event possible

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

We're pleased to be involved at an early stage in discussions about the future of Grade I listed St Peter's Church, Hornblotton, one of the South West's most original Victorian churches.

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Climate change is one of the biggest challenges facing the heritage sector. Join our Carbon Literacy for Heritage training to build your understanding of carbon and the path to Net Zero. 📅 22 & 29 Sept | 19 & 26 Nov Book your place: hbap.org.uk/resources/tr...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Positive outcome for Grade II* Swan Hotel, Harleston, Norfolk. HB&P objected to proposals to demolish the historic stables at the rear of the site. We’re pleased a revised scheme has been submitted that will retain and convert the stables and cart shed to dwellings. 📷: everardcole.co.uk

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

What can the houses of Weardale tell us about the people who lived there? Join Historic Buildings & Places on 4 August for an online talk with Martin Roberts exploring the rich tradition of vernacular architecture across the dale. Find out more: hbap.org.uk/online-talk-...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

We love sharing what Future Lab is up to... but have you ever wondered how it all started? 👀 From one chance conversation to a pioneering partnership, the story behind Future Lab is one of collaboration, curiosity and big ideas. Read how it all began: hbap.org.uk/how-future-l...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Less than a week to go! Join us online on 20 July at 6pm for a talk with Carys Aldous-Hughes, Director of Strata Florida Trust. Discover how one of Wales' most significant historic sites is being conserved for future generations. Book your place hbap.org.uk/online-talk-...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

Casework Update: 🍻 One for your next pub crawl! The Test Match Hotel near Trent Bridge is a Grade II* listed #ArtDeco pub, celebrated for its remarkably well-preserved interiors. (1/2) Image 1: Test Match Hotel (credit Dave Pickersgill); Image 2: Interior of Test Match Hotel, (credit Greene King)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

☀️ Just one week to go! Join us next Wednesday for our HB&P Summer Drinks. Whether you're a member or supporter, we'd love to welcome you for an informal evening of drinks and conversation. Free to attend, but spaces are limited. 📅 15 July, 5pm–7pm Find out more: hbap.org.uk/hbp-members-...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Meet the Future Lab Advisory Group (FLAG). The independent experts helping guide Future Lab, challenge ideas and connect research with practice. Find out who's involved and why their role matters: hbap.org.uk/introducing-... #FutureLab #Heritage #Research

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

We've objected to plans to demolish 68–69 Fenchurch Street. We believe this Edwardian building should be adapted, not demolished. The proposal would harm the character of the Lloyd's Avenue Conservation Area, and alternatives have not been properly explored. (1/2)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Join us on Friday 7 August for an exclusive guided tour of Blackpool Tower. The tour is expected to include the Ballroom, Circus, Tower Top, Silver Landing, other historic spaces, and a visit behind the Wurlitzer organ!. 🎟️ Free for HB&P members 🎟️ £7 for non-members Book: buff.ly/sTF4xa9

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Today, our team member Ross visited Grade II-listed St John's Seminary in Surrey to explore options for its future reuse. Opened in 1891, it was the first – and remains the only – purpose-built Catholic seminary built in England since the Reformation. An extraordinary building! #Heritage

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

Fresh from our Valuing Seaside Heritage Symposium at Saltdean Lido, we're celebrating #NationalSeasideDay! 🌊 To mark the day, we're sharing the @seasidenetwork.bsky.social's 2026 Bucket & Spade List. Voting is now open! seasideheritage.org.uk/bucket-spade...

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 25/06/2026

From a 12th-century Cistercian abbey to the conservation of historic farm buildings, Strata Florida has a remarkable story to tell. Join us online on 20 July at 6pm with Carys Aldous-Hughes of Strata Florida Trust to explore the site's past, present and future. Book here: buff.ly/BjCCqva

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

This photo is from 2022 — the reality today is thought to be worse. Castle Hedingham's Grade II* chapel (Essex, 1832) is approaching its second decade of disuse. The organ has since been stolen; more pews have gone. An approved single-house conversion found no buyer after 50 viewings. (1/2)

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Historic Buildings & Places @hbap1924.bsky.social · 23/06/2026

What makes a great partnership? In her latest Future Lab blog, Liz Power reflects on working with the Heritage Innovation Laboratory Oxford (HILO), and how collaboration can open up new ways of thinking, learning and solving problems. Read more: hbap.org.uk/future-lab-w...

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