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A church designed to also be a landmark.
Built in the 1750s for Hartwell House, St Mary's Church in Buckinghamshire is an early example of Gothic Revival architecture. Though now a roofless ruin, its octagonal form, rose windows and pinnacles still make a striking impression.
☀️ We’re hosting summer drinks in London — 15 July, 5–7pm at The Grocer, Spitalfields.
A relaxed evening to connect with fellow members and supporters, meet the HB&P team, and hear about our work across England & Wales.
Details & sign-up → hbap.org.uk/hbp-members-summer-drinks-2026/
A proposed accessibility scheme at the Grade II listed Sandbach Literary Institution risks damaging its historic octagonal stair tower. HB&P has recommended an options appraisal to find a conservation-led solution that improves access without compromising the building. 🏛️
📷: Ian Tresman
Historic Buildings & Places
Did you know one of Cambridge's most remarkable historic libraries is hidden behind an elegant classical façade?
The Pepys Building at Magdalene College was constructed over three decades from the late 17th century and remains home to the extraordinary library of Samuel Pepys.
We can’t wait to join you all for chips on the beach after a day of fascinating discussions about seaside heritage. 🍟🌊
Bookings are still open and only a handful of tickets are left. We hope to see you there! hbap.org.uk/valuing-seas...
Yesterday we joined Wright & Wright Architects for a specialist talk and tour of Lambeth Palace — exploring the first major refurbishment of this extraordinary Grade I listed site in more than 70 years.
800 years of history. A £40m transformation. A new benchmark for sustainable heritage retrofit.
🌊 Only a handful of tickets remain for the Valuing Seaside Heritage Symposium.
Join heritage professionals, policymakers, practitioners, academics and coastal stakeholders at Saltdean Lido on 26 June.
🎟️ Book now: hbap.org.uk/valuing-seas...
Six months into Future Lab, our Director Liz Power reflects on a project that's already changing how we work — student internships, deeper research, and a brilliant partnership with HILO at Oxford. A candid read for anyone interested in the future of #heritage. 🏛️
Read it here: buff.ly/75sESU1
Our colleague Ross recently visited Buxton Opera House, a Grade II* listed theatre designed by Frank Matcham and opened in 1903.
With its grand stone frontage, ornate glass canopy and distinctive domed towers, its one of the finest examples of #Edwardian theatre #architecture.
Could your professional expertise help support historic buildings and places?
We are seeking volunteer #Trustees with:
🏛️ Built environment expertise
📊 Finance expertise
Join our Board and help guide our work across England & Wales.
Find out more: hbap.org.uk/about-us/job...
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Thanks to our friends @heritagenetwork.bsky.social delegates attending the #valuingseasideheritage symposium can enjoy some complementary chips...on the beach!
We'll be heading down to the sea with co-hosts @hbap1924.bsky.social after the talks are finished.
Join us hbap.org.uk/valuing-seas...
