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Two logos of the Stirling Photography Festival 2024
Materials

Capturing Moments

Tue 17 Sep 2024

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.

Engine Shed

Enthusiast, Professional

Quite technical

Two children examining building materials like brick and stone using scientific equipment
Architecture

Doors Open Day at The Engine Shed

Sat 21 Sep 2024 to Sun 22 Sep 2024

Join us to explore Scotland’s dedicated building conservation centre in Stirling.

Engine Shed

Family friendly, Enthusiast

Least technical

A collage of maps and planning documents sitting on a table, with a pen. Some of the maps are historic, others modern Ordnance Survey versions.
Structures & Components

Heritage Planning

Thu 10 Oct 2024

We will provide an overview of the legislative framework governing how Scotland’s historic environment is managed and protected.

Engine Shed

Professional

Quite technical

An aerial view of a castle surrounded by floodwater
Research

Climate Change, Energy Efficiency and Adaptive Re-use of Buildings

Tue 15 Oct 2024

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.

Engine Shed

Enthusiast, Professional

Quite technical

A person stands smiling with their arms folded in front of a large wall-displayed computer generated image of Edinburgh Castle.
Building skills

Heritage Careers Week – Practical Skills Event

Thu 31 Oct 2024

A series of hands-on workshops with experts from the Engine Shed and some of our sector partners, showcasing the skills, materials, and innovative techniques within the Heritage Sector.

Engine Shed

General interest

Least technical

A person's hand picks up a small circular metal disc from a selection on the viewing platform of a microscope-like machine.
Building Management

Heritage Science at the Engine Shed

Mon 11 Nov 2024

An introduction to the applied use of material science in heritage conservation in Scotland.

Engine Shed

Enthusiast, Professional

Quite technical

Close up of a gloved left hand of a restoration worker reaching out to touch an old fashioned slate roof. Some of the dark grey slates are not straight, with gaps in between.
Building Management

Traditional Building Maintenance (with optional Stirling maintenance walk)

Tue 19 Nov 2024

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

Engine Shed

General interest, Professional

Quite technical

A close-up photo of a gargoyle type face on the side of a medieval abbey. The face is a human one, and is smiling, with the features eroded by the weather.
Building Management

Stone in Scotland: Past, Present and Future

Tue 4 Feb 2025

An introduction to stone, Scotland’s preeminent building material. We will share information on developments for its conservation and future use.

Engine Shed

Enthusiast, Professional

Quite technical

A person's arms working mortar in between cracks in an old stone wall of a building. They are wearing gloves and using a small, thin tool.
Building Management

Lime Mortar: Principles and Practices

Tue 18 Feb 2025

An introduction to the practical and scientific use of traditional lime for building purposes in Scotland.

Engine Shed

Enthusiast, Professional

Quite technical