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History of Building Conservation

Tue 13 Oct 2026

The essential principles of building conservation in Scotland.

Engine Shed

Professional

Quite 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

Tue 20 Oct 2026

An overview of the legislative framework governing how Scotland’s historic environment is managed and protected.

Engine Shed

Professional

Quite technical

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Research

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

Tue 3 Nov 2026

Join us to explore climate change and the major issues affecting Scotland’s historic environment. We'll also cover key principles for improving the energy efficiency of traditional Scottish buildings, with insights into current practical techniques.

Engine Shed

Professional

Quite 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

Wed 11 Nov 2026

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

Engine Shed

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

Tue 17 Nov 2026

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

Engine Shed

Enthusiast, Professional

Quite technical

Green glazed wall tiles with a floral pattern sculpted into them
Building Management

Historic Bricks and Tiles

Wed 10 Feb 2027

An introduction to the conservation of fired clay products in Scotland’s historic built environment, with a focus on historic brickwork and tiling.

Engine Shed

Professional

Quite technical

A large, stone square castle with a slate roof
Building Management

Stone in Scotland: Past, Present and Future

Wed 24 Feb 2027

Stone: Scotland’s preeminent building material. We will share information on developments for its conservation and future use.

Engine Shed

Professional

Quite technical

A large, traditional building with a slate roof featuring multiple turrets
Building Management

Traditional Scottish Roofing

Wed 31 Mar 2027

An introduction to traditional roofing materials and techniques in Scotland, with guidance on current best practice and an update on recent HES slate quarry initiatives.

Engine Shed

Professional

Quite technical