Online Talk: Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
Online Talk
Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB)
29th January 2026 – 7:30pm
Join us for an engaging Zoom talk on Thursday 29th January exploring the remarkable work and legacy of the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB), kindly delivered by SPAB Chief Executive Matthew Slocombe.
Founded in 1877 by William Morris and Philip Webb, SPAB is often described as the original “anti-scrape” movement. SPAB was created to challenge unsympathetic restoration and to protect Britain’s most beautiful and historic buildings, values shared closely by West Midlands Heritage Trust. Matthew will introduce the Society’s fascinating history and discuss the issues that continue to inspire and motivate its work today.
Click the button to book your place via Eventbrite.
Alternatively, places can be booked by emailing caroline.jonesclift@wmht.org.uk
There is a suggested £5 donation for this talk; payment can be made via Eventbrite when booking or by bank transfer to West Midlands Heritage Trust (Sort code: 40-52-40, Account No: 00037743), using the reference WMHT SPAB talk.
Heritage Careers Fair
2025 West Midlands Heritage Careers Fair –
13th October 2025, 10am - 3pm
West Midlands Heritage is delighted to announce that we are working in partnership with @heritage_network_uk to organise and deliver the West Midlands Heritage Careers Fair 2025, as part of their Heritage Futures programme, funded by National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Heritage Network, formerly known as the Heritage Trust Network, is the UK’s leading membership body dedicated to supporting not-for-profit organisations that rescue, restore, reuse, and manage historic buildings, structures, and places.
This partnership is a fantastic opportunity to work together to inspire and support young people, helping them explore pathways into the heritage industry and encouraging the next generation of heritage professionals.
For information about exhibiting or sponsoring today by contacting Hannah at hannah.tomlinson@wmht.org.uk
