Scottish Traditional Building Forum

Energy Efficiency in Traditional Buildings CPD
2018-06-27 12:30 - 13:30 UTC | The Civil Lounge, Perth & Kinross Council Buildings, 2 High Street, Perth, PH1 5PH, United Kingdom
A CPD has been organised by the Fife & Tayside Traditional Building Forum to promote the principles and best practice for energy efficiency for traditional and historic buildings.

Bookings can be made via: http://www.architcpd.eventbrite.co.uk

Enquires to:
e: info@pkht.org.uk
t: 01738 477082

Falkirk Traditional Building Skills Demonstration
2018-06-07 09:30 - 2018-06-08 15:30 | Falkirk Town Centre
Local tradesperson, apprentices and college representatives will be giving local school children mini-masterclasses in traditional building skill to encourage them to consider construction as a career of choice. The event is open to members of the public to see the skills being demonstrated and experts on hand to assist with any queries regarding the repair and maintenance (and other matters) which those attending might have.

Edinburgh Traditional Building Skills Demonstration in St Andrew Square Gardens - 4 & 5 June
2018-06-04 09:30 - 2018-06-05 15:30 | St Andrew Square Gardens, St Andrew Square, Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Climate Change Adaptation for Traditional Buildings CPD in Perth
2018-05-30 12:30 - 13:30 | The Civil Lounge, Perth & Kinross Council Buildings, 2 High Street, Perth, PH1 5PH, United Kingdom
CPD on the principles of best practice for adapting traditional buildings for climate change.

Bookings can be made via: http://www.architcpd.eventbrite.co.uk

Enquiries to: info@pkht.org.uk or T: 01738 477082

Glasgow Traditional Building Skills Demonstration
2018-04-30 10:00 - 2018-05-01 15:00 | 215 Sauchiehall Street, 215 Sauchiehall Street, Glasgow
Following the huge success of previous traditional building skills demonstrations in Glasgow, the Glasgow Traditional Building Forum has organised another event in the city centre which will allow local school children the opportunity to enjoy a mini-masterclass in five essential trades to the traditional building sector.

School children from across Glasgow will be given a mini-masterclass from local apprentices at both West Scotland College and City of Glasgow College, overseen by lecturers from the colleges.

Homeowners will also be given the opportunity ask questions about how to repair and maintain their traditionally built homes. With 20% of Scotland’s homes being traditionally built (pre 1919) and 67% of these having been identified as not being wind and watertight (Scottish Housing Condition Survey 2016) this event in the city centre will give local homeowners an idea opportunity to discuss issues and seek guidance from professionals in the area.

Architectural Conseration CPD - Repairing & Restoring Historic Masonry
2018-04-25 12:30 - 13:30 | The Civil Lounge, Perth & Kinross Council Buildings, 2 High Street, Perth, PH1 5PH, United Kingdom
Promoting the principles and best practice for repairing and restoring historic masonry on traditional and historic buildings.

Booking at: http://www.architcpd.eventbrite.co.uk

Enquiries to: info@pkht.org.uk

T: 01738 477082

Perth Property Repair Seminar
2018-03-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Royal George Hotel, Tay Street, Perth, PH1 5LD
Homeowners in Perth are being given a great opportunity to find out how to repair and maintain their homes.

With 48% of Scotland’s homes not being wind and watertight and 67% of traditionally built homes (pre 1919) – (Scottish Housing Condition Survey 2016), the Fife & Tayside Traditional Building Forum has organised a property repair seminar to assist homeowners on how to repair and maintain their homes.

This is free to attend with an excellent list of presenters who will help homeowners take the steps required to ensure their homes are in a good state of repair.

ESPC Property Repair Seminar
2018-02-05 17:30 - 19:30 | ESPC, 107 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3ES
FREE Property Repair Seminar at the ESPC Offices on George Street, Edinburgh.

5.30pm – 7.30pm

Contact details on the poster for how to book your place.

CPD on Flat Roofing Repair, Stone Selection, and Repair and Restoration - FREE
2017-11-29 17:30 - 20:00 | A&DS Edinburgh, Bakehouse Close, Edinburgh
STBF has brought together National Federation of Roofing Contractors, Stone Federation GB and British Geological Survey to deliver free CPDs on flat roofing, stone selection & matching and repair & restoration of historic masonry.

CIOB and Architecture and Design Scotland have also partnered on these CPDs to ensure they reflect the needs of professionals in the construction industry.

These CPDs are open to all to attend.

The CPD evening will be on the 29th of November between 17.30 and 20:00.

The event will cover,

· Stone selection & matching
Why stone matching is an essential part of any masonry repair
Identifying suitable quarries
Implications of a failed stone match

· Repair and restoration of historic masonry
Correct detailing for masonry structures
Common causes of damage and how to eliminate them
The range of techniques for repair and restoration

· Flat roofing repair and maintenance
Carbon Capturing Flat Roofing Materials
Safe use of heat and alternatives to heat
Guarantees – who is guaranteeing what
NFRC Householders Guide to Flat Roofing

To book your free place click on the link:
https://events.ciob.org/ereg/newreg.php?eventid=200174762

Stirling Traditional Building Skills Demonstration
2017-10-05 10:00 - 2017-10-06 16:00 | Stirling City Centre, FK8 2EA
Following several successful traditional building skills events in the Forth Valley area, an event has been planned in Stirling City Centre which will allow local school children to opportunity to try key traditional building skills. This event will allow local school children the opportunity to undertake a mini-masterclass from local apprentices and tradespeople which will help them determine if a career in construction trade is for them and if so, which one.

Members of the public will also be very welcome to see the trades being demonstrated and anyone seeking assistance in how to repair and maintain their home will be able to ask the experts involved in the event.

Edinburgh Property Repair & Maintenance Event
2017-09-25 17:30 - 19:30 | ESPC, 107 George Street, Edinburgh, EH2 3ES
The Edinburgh Traditional Building Forum has organised another Property Repair & Maintenance event at the ESPC offices in George Street, Edinburgh.

This event will include a series of expert talks which will provide the information to help members of the public to take the appropriate steps to repair and maintain their traditional homes. Given the number of tenements in the city centre there will be talks about how to coordinate the repairs with your neighbours.

Following the talks the presenters will be available to answer specific questions which anyone attending might have.

Perth Traditional Building Skills Demonstration
2017-09-18 10:00 - 2017-09-19 16:00 | Perth City Centre, PH1 5UT
We are returning to Perth for a traditional building skills demonstration following last year’s extremely successful event. School children from across the city will come and have a mini-masterclass from local apprentices who will be demonstrating their skills.

The aim of the event is to raise awareness of the breadth of traditional building career opportunities there are and help local school children in their choice of careers.

Members of the public will also be extremely welcome to come and see these key traditional building skills demonstrations and there will be experts there to help any homeowner looking for guidance on how to repair and maintain their home before the onset of winter.

Paisley Traditional Building Skills Demonstration
2017-09-04 09:30 - 2017-09-05 16:00 | Paisley Abbey, PA1 1JG
STBF will be holding a traditional building skills demonstration which will feature the skills of local apprentices working on key trades required to repair and maintain Renfewshire’s rich built heritage.

The public will also be able to come to the event to see the skills being demonstrated and for information regarding maintaining traditionally built homes to ensure they are in the good state of repair before winter comes.

Traditional Buildings - Fit for Energy Efficiency
2017-08-11 09:00 - 15:45 | Fort George, Ardersier, Inverness, IV2 7TD

Falkirk Traditional Building Skills Demonstration
2017-06-22 10:30 - 2017-06-23 15:00 | Falkirk Town Centre
Forth Valley Traditional Building Forum is holding an event outside Falkirk Trinity Church, Falkirk over two days showcasing traditional building skills which will feature local apprentices demonstrating their skills.

The highlight of the event will be the opportunity for High School pupils to be introduced to four traditional building skills by local apprentices, college and tradespeople. Each pupil will have the opportunity to have a ‘hands on’ taster session of each skill.

The traditional skills included are as follows:

Stone Masonry
Slating
Joinery
Painting and decorating

The event is open to all and includes an information and exhibition tent which will be available throughout the two day event. It will feature careers information about training and jobs in traditional trades and information about caring for traditional buildings from CITB, Falkirk THI, Falkirk Council and Historic Environment Scotland. It will also have information for home owners regarding their rights and responsibilities in repairing and maintaining their own homes and also working together with other owners with whom they share a common interest to repair and maintain the common parts of their buildings.

This event is particularly focussed on raising the profile of traditional building skills; inspiring young people and also raising their awareness of the career opportunities which are available in this field. I am sure that you will enjoy the event and I would be delighted to welcome you and help us to make the event a success.

Traditional Roofing and Stone CPDs
2017-06-15 09:30 - 16:00 | Skills Development Scotland, 55 John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 1BH
STBF along with Architecture & Design Scotland and Skills Development Scotland present two half day CPD seminars focussing on traditional construction in Kilmarnock on 15th June 2017.
What?
These two half day seminars developed by the National Federations of Roofing Contractors and the Stone Federation cover the topics of:
Traditional Roofing – including Roof Slating, the Use of Lead and Flat Roofing
Stone – including Selecting the Correct Stone, Stone Repair and Restoration and Stone Cladding
Where?
Skills Development Scotland, 55 John Finnie Street, Kilmarnock, KA1 1BH
When?
15th June 2017
Traditional Roofing – 9.30 to 12.30
Stone – 13:00 to 16:00
How Much?
The seminars are completely free but are limited to 20 attendees.
Who is it for?
These CPDs are suited to Architects, planners, students and surveyors.
How do I book?
http://www.ads.org.uk/traditional-construction-cpd-day-kilmarnock/

Edinburgh Traditional Building Skills Demonstration
2017-05-22 10:00 - 2017-05-23 15:00 | St Andrews Square Gardens, Edinburgh
STBF will be holding a traditional building skills demonstration in St Andrews Square Gardens on 23 & 23 May.

The event will feature demonstrations by local apprentices of their traditional building skills with school children, and their teachers, coming to have a go after a mini-masterclass from the apprentices and lecturers from Edinburgh College.

Developing the Young Workforce has liaised with schools across the area to identify potential tradesperson of the next generation. It is hoped that this traditional building skills demonstration will give the school children insight to the construction industry and help them make the first step to it being their career of choice.

There will also be traditional building experts there to help homeowners on how to repair and maintain their traditionally built homes. With 68% of Scotland’s traditional homes being deemed and not wind and watertight, there is a real need to help homeowners to look after their homes.

Half-day CPD Certified Seminars in Lead and Hard Metals – More spaces now available
2017-04-27 | West College Scotland, Paisley Campus, Renfrew Road, PA3 4DR
Date & venue: Thursday 27th April, West College Scotland, Paisley Campus, Renfrew Road PA3 4DR
What: Two half-day seminars run by the LSA’s technical experts, looking at the different applications of Rolled Lead Sheet or Traditional Hard Metals such as copper and zinc.
Who should attend: Anyone involved in the surveying, specifying or installation of rolled lead sheet/traditional hard metals in the construction industry.
Morning Seminar – Rolled Lead Sheet (9am – 12.30pm)
This seminar will provide participants with an in-depth, technical presentation on the specification and use of Rolled Lead Sheet in the construction industry including:

The main uses of lead sheet.
Different production methods and its green credentials.
Correct detailing as well as troubleshooting tips on how to spot incorrect detailing
and the tell-tale signs of developing problems.
Q & A session.
Advice and guidance on specific projects.

Afternoon Seminar – Hard Metals (1.30pm – 4.30pm)
This seminar will provide participants with an in-depth look at the traditional hard metal industry in the UK including:

The use of zinc, copper, stainless steel, aluminium and galvanised steel.
Best practice & manufacturers guidelines.
Troubleshooting tips and help with specific detailing.
Q & A session.
Advice on specific projects.

Each half day seminar costs £150 + VAT (£180), or if you book both, the combined cost is £250 + VAT (£300). It also includes a complementary Rolled Lead Sheet Manual and/or FTMRC Guide to Good Practice.
To book click here >
T: 01622 872432
F: 01622 871649
E: info@leadsheet.co.uk

Traditional Building Skills Events in Kirkcaldy
2017-03-13 10:30 - 2017-03-14 16:00 | Wemyssfield Square, Kirkcaldy
Fife and Tayside Traditional Building Forum Demonstration Workshop
13th and 14th March at Wemyssfield Square, opposite the Townhouse

The Fife and Tayside Traditional Building Forum will be showcasing traditional building skills which will feature local apprentices demonstrating their skills.
The highlight of the event will be the opportunity for High School pupils to be introduced to four traditional building skills by local apprentices and tradespeople. Each pupil will have the opportunity to have a ‘hands on’ taster session of each skill. There will be opportunities for visitors and members of the public to have a go too!

The traditional skills included are as follows:

Stone Masonry
Slating
Joinery
Painting

We are particularly pleased that Barbara Cummins, Director of Heritage Management at Historic Environment Scotland has kindly agreed to open the event at 10.30am on Monday 13th March, after which the morning will be free for drop-in participation sessions of the traditional skills with the demonstrators. On Tuesday 14th, there will also be some time in the programme to try out these skills between the morning and afternoon school sessions.
The event is open to all and includes an information and exhibition tent which will be available throughout the two day event. It will feature careers information about training and jobs in traditional trades and information about caring for traditional buildings from CITB and Historic Environment Scotland. It will also have information for home owners regarding their rights and responsibilities in repairing and maintaining their own homes and also working together with other owners with whom they share a common interest to repair and maintain the common parts of their buildings.

This event is particularly focussed on raising the profile of traditional building skills; inspiring young people and also raising their awareness of the career opportunities which are available in this field. I am sure that you will enjoy the event and I would be delighted to welcome you and help us to make the event a success.

From Castles to Clock Towers
2016-10-27 - 2016-10-28 | Haddo House, Methlick, Ellon, AB41 7EQ
Through a combination of inspiring case studies and expert testimony, this conference celebrates how opportunities have been identified in the creative re-use of Aberdeenshire’s built heritage; sharing knowledge and ideas on how projects can be funded, solutions found and challenges overcome.

Conference Chairman: Andrew P K Wright OBE
Speakers: Richard Murphy OBE, Tom Duff, Paul Higson, David Narro, David Chouman, Ian Davidson, David W Walker and Alan Marshall

Limited places are available for a ‘behind the scenes’ tour of Haddo House, following by a drinks reception in the wonderful surroundings of the drawing room on the evening of Thursday 27th October (5.00pm – 7.30pm). On Friday 28th October there are also a limited number of tickets for a day of site visits, starting at 9.30am at the Haddo Estate, then visiting Portsoy (The Sail Loft, Boat Shed and Salmon Bothy), and ending the day with a walking tour of the Banff Conservation Area before returning to Haddo for 3.45pm.
Contact: info@nespt.org Twitter: @NESPTconference #CastlestoClockTowers.
For more information and to book tickets visit the Historic Environment Scotland webstore: https://tickets.historic-scotland.gov.uk/webstore/shop/ViewItems.aspx?CG=HSCG&C=NESPTconference
