Category: Conservation

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.

The fascinating science of stone-matching

Wednesday 23 August 2023


Discover how Heritage Scientists are using a fascinating technique called stone-matching to care for Scotland's heritage. 

Top early career tips from award-winning stonemasons

Friday 14 July 2023


If you’re thinking of training as a stonemason, or know someone that might be interested, discover what it's like from amazing apprentices.

How was it built: the iconic Forth Bridge

Tuesday 18 April 2023


The Forth Bridge is one of the engineering wonders of the world. It became an international tourist attraction, even when...

7 steps to become a conservation master

Monday 16 August 2021


From scaling rooftops to exploring forgotten and forlorn ruins, careers in technical building conservation call for a sense of adventure! Discover seven steps to becoming a conservation master and how you can take your career further with our Msc.

A day in the life of a conservation scientist

Thursday 11 February 2021


What is a conservation scientist? What do they do? And how do they do it? Sarah Hamilton is one of four scientists based at our conservation centre in Stirling and is here to help you find out! Read on to learn about everything from analysing some of the most spectacular and rare fossils in the British Isles, to data processing from the kitchen table...

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