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The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings - http://www.spab.org.uk/
Founded by William Morris in 1877 to counteract the destructive 'restoration' of medieval buildings by Victorian architects. Activities, publications, events, course for home owners. |
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Landmark Trust - http://www.landmarktrust.org.uk/
A charity which rescues buildings of historic interest or architectural importance and gives them a new life by making them available to stay in for holidays. The official site gives sample pages from the handbook. |
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Capel: The Chapels Heritage Society - http://www.rcahmw.org.uk/capele.html
Capel encourages the study and preservation of the Nonconformist chapels of Wales. Hosted by RCAHMW. |
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The International Council on Monuments and Sites: UK - http://icomos-uk.org/
The UK section of the international non-governmental organization of professionals, dedicated to the conservation of the world's historic monuments and sites. |
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The Churches Conservation Trust - http://www.visitchurches.org.uk/
Over 300 historic churches throughout England for people to visit, with search facilities via county, region and key features. |
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Institute of Historic Building Conservation - http://www.ihbc.org.uk/
The professional institute which represents conservation professionals in the public and private sectors in the United Kingdom and Ireland. Quarterly magazine 'Context'. |
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Cathedral Camps - http://www.cathedralcamps.org.uk/
Young volunteers conserving Britain's architectural treasures. Information, volunteer comment, photo gallery, forum. English and Italian language options. |
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Architectural Heritage Society of Scotland - http://www.ahss.org.uk/
For the study and protection of Scottish architecture. The society's activities and publications. |
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The Twentieth Century Society - http://www.c20society.org.uk/
Aims to safeguard the heritage of architecture and design in Britain from 1914 onwards. Aims, history, activities, casework, news, publications and membership of the society. |
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Bath Preservation Trust - http://www.bath-preservation-trust.org.uk/
Aims to preserve the unique architectural heritage of a World Heritage City. Maps and directions, news, museums run by the Trust. |
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Jersey Heritage Trust - http://www.jerseyheritagetrust.org/
An independent organisation which receives an annual grant from the States of Jersey to support its running costs. Responsible for the island's major historic sites and museums. |
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Save Stonehenge - http://www.savestonehenge.org.uk
A campaign against upgrading the A303 road through the Stonehenge World Heritage Site, Wiltshire, England. |
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Ancient Monuments Society - http://www.ancientmonumentssociety.org.uk/
Dedicated to the study and conservation of ancient monuments, historic buildings and fine old craftsmanship in the UK. Aims, officers, membership, casework, lecture series and publications. |
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The Victorian Society - http://www.victorian-society.org.uk
Campaigns for the preservation of Victorian and Edwardian buildings in England and Wales. |
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Georgian Group - http://www.georgiangroup.org.uk
The group campaigns against the neglect, maltreatment and destruction of Georgian buildings, parks and gardens in England and Wales. Activities, publications, invitation to join. |
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Architectural Heritage Fund - http://www.ahfund.org.uk
Helps voluntary and community groups to repair and regenerate historic buildings, with grants, loans, advice and publications. |
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National Piers Society - http://www.piers.co.uk/
Promoting and sustaining interest in the preservation and continued enjoyment of Seaside Piers. News, images of surviving and lost British piers. |
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The Lutyens Trust - http://www.lutyenstrust.org.uk
An educational charity which acts as a source of information and help on the care and maintenance of the works of Sir Edwin Lutyens. Biography, chronology, works and bibliography. |
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Heritage Trust of Lincolnshire - http://www.lincsheritage.org
Aims to protect, preserve, promote and present the heritage of the county. Photographs and details of historic buildings, with information for visitors. |
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Historic Chapels Trust - http://www.hct.org.uk/
Aims to take into ownership and preserve redundant chapels and other places of worship in England of outstanding architectural and historic interest. |
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Conference on Training in Architectural Conservation - http://www.cotac.org.uk/
A UK-registered charity that aims to improve the standard of education for everyone involved in conservation including professionals, craftspeople and building owners. |
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Friends of City Churches - http://www.london-city-churches.org.uk/
Aims to foster awareness of City of London churches and ensure their preservation. Features a clickable map and index leading to details of opening hours. |
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Hearth - http://www.hearth-housing.org.uk/
A charity that restores historic buildings in Northern Ireland that are at risk, and provides social housing for rent. Projects, news, tenant pages. |
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Maintain our Heritage - http://www.maintainourheritage.co.uk
A not-for-profit organisation conducting a research programme into the benefits of regular maintenance and a pilot service in the Bath area. Includes research findings. |
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Glasgow Buildings Preservation Trust - http://gbpt.org/
Runs Doors Open Day in Glasgow in September and restores buildings. Programme, membership, projects and annual report. |
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Association of Preservation Trusts - http://www.ukapt.org.uk/
Representative body for building preservation trusts in the United Kingdom. Offers its members practical advice and support. Sources of finance, success stories, conference, meetings, newsletter. |
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Carved Stones Advisor Project - http://www.scottishgraveyards.org.uk
Dedicated to promoting the enjoyment and protection of Scottish graveyards. |
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Devon Earth Building Association - http://www.devonearthbuilding.com
Supports research into and the conservation of earth buildings in the South West of England. Includes leaflets, newsletters and bibliography covering all aspects of building with earth. |
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Ulster Architectural Heritage Society - http://freespace.virgin.net/mp.hearth/
Promotes the appreciation and conservation of architecture from the prehistoric to the present in the nine counties of Ulster. |
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The Industrial Buildings Preservation Trust - http://www.ibpt.org.uk
IBPT takes on buildings of historical significance that have no future in the ordinary market place. Aims, board. |
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Round Tower Churches Society - http://www.roundtowers.org.uk/
Works for the preservation of churches with round towers, mostly found in East Anglia, and investigates their history. Council members, application to join, churches to visit, tour programme. |
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The Regency Society - http://www.regencysociety.co.uk
A registered charity which campaigns for the preservation and enhancement of the historic architecture of Brighton and Hove. Issues, events, lectures, newsletter. |
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Friends of St Mary's Church, Cricklade - http://tetlow.screaming.net
Aims to raise funds for the care and maintenance of the church. Membership form, constitution, newsletters, church history. |
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Dundee Historic Environment Trust - http://www.dhet.org.uk
Promotes and encourages the preservation and understanding of historic buildings in Dundee, Scotland, through the provision of grants, information and events. |
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Friends of the Florrrie - http://savetheflorrie.org.uk
The Florence Institute is a historic but neglected building in Liverpool. Members of the local community are trying to save the structure and to remember its illustrious past. |
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Home and Dry - http://www.homeanddry.info/
Guidance from The Ulster Architectural Heritage Society on the repair and maintenance of old buildings. Includes visual guides to style and parts of a building, information on planning and the law, glossary and events listing. |
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Warley Woods Community Trust - http://warleywoods.org.uk
Aims to restore and maintain this urban parkland in Smethwick designed by landscape architect Humphry Repton. History, news, activities, notes for teachers, membership and committee. |
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Colchester Civic Society - http://www.colchestercivicsociety.org.uk/
Aims to help preserve, develop and improve local amenities. Policies, officers, activities. |
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Heritage Works - http://www.heritageworks.co.uk
A registered charity that regenerates historic buildings whose cost of repair is uneconomic for the private sector. Staff, trustees and projects. |
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Wilts and Berks Canal Trust - http://www.gentle-highway.info/
A registered charity committed to the restoration of the Wilts and Berks Canal, the central section of the Wessex Waterways Network. Includes news, history, and images. |