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Conservation

Conserving windows: the rare art of stained glass conservation

Friday 8 August 2025

Few people in Scotland have the skills to maintain and repair stained glass windows. Learn more from an artist who is honing this rare skill.

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Behind the Scenes

Preserving trades across the pond: our top 6 takeaways from the International Preservation Trades Workshop

Thursday 5 December 2024

What can we learn from building conservation practices in the USA, and what can they learn from our practices in...

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Materials

4 Key Takeaways from Our 2024 Lime Finishes Summit

Monday 30 September 2024

Thanks to recent research, we are re-discovering some of the historic applications of lime in buildings, and learning how we can use lime in the modern world. Discover four key takeaways about this from our ‘What’s the Point?’ lime finishes summit.

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Climate Change

How can we help the historic environment cope with climate change?

Thursday 30 November 2023

Learn about some of the specific risks to historic buildings and landscapes from climate change, and discover how we can protect heritage amidst the climate crisis.

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Conservation

Why building conservation is important for the future

Thursday 12 October 2023

Scotland has approximately 450,000 traditionally-made buildings. Discover the principles behind looking after them, and why it's important.

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Materials

Thatching Reed: supporting buildings and nature

Thursday 31 August 2023

We caught up with RSPB Tayside Reserves Warden Vicky Turnbull to find out more about the Tay reedbeds and how they support both nature and building conservation.

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The Engine Shed is accredited by the Scottish Qualifications Authority (SQA) and National Open College Network (NOCN). The Engine Shed was supported by a grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to share knowledge of traditional building materials, develop skills and raise standards in conservation for traditional buildings.

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