We have support and advice to help you champion and care for the historic environment during this challenging time.
Coronavirus Advice and Support from Historic EnglandHow to maintain and repair historic buildings, including advice on the types of materials and treatment methods to use.
The use of authentic material helps to retain the character of historic buildings and in turn supports traditional industries and vital craft skills.
Good maintenance and repair of historic buildings is fundamental to their preservation, following proven materials and methods.
How to draw up a maintenance plan for a building; what the plan needs to consider, and how often it needs to be supported by maintenance inspections.
Practical Building Conservation - Comprehensive and practical reference books for professionals involved in repairing historic buildings.
This page describes the main principles of repair for historic buildings
An owner's guide to vacant historic buildings
Guidance to help determine the competency of specialist inspectors and contractors you need, and to define the required standard of inspection.
Advice on the care and conservation of wall paintings and other decorative features.
Thatch is a traditional roofing material in many parts of England and our publication presents guidance on its repair and maintenance.
Our brochure lists all our current free-to-download technical conservation guidance and research reports.
Insuring historic buildings is an important part of their risk management
As well as being works of art, stained glass windows are critical to the appreciation of any building fortunate enough to be decorated with them
Damp, masonry decay & sustainability conference 2020
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