There’s lots on across the IHBC this November and after, from CPD events and MATE accreditation support sessions to AGMs and more.
If you need more guidance to upgrade your conservation accreditation with us, and in line with national and international standards, do remember you can:
1. Visit our new MATE webpage
2. Volunteer with our professional Branches
3.Meet us at our local and national CPD events
This month’s features include:
- The next MATE sessions on 22 November (North Branch) and 28 November (London Branch
- Reducing risk of fire in thatched buildings: recent research and new guidance’ organised in partnership with the South West Branch
Branch - AGMs, usually tied to CPD days such as in Dundee with the Scotland Branch AGM, which offer even more chances to get involved!
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BRANCH NEWS & UPDATES
MATE webpage launched! Explore creative ways to guide your IHBC accreditation to Full Membership.
The IHBC has launched web guidance on its Membership Application Training Event (MATE) webpages, as a one-stop-shop to advise on our accreditation support sessions – visit mate.ihbc.org.uk
The purpose of the MATE (Membership Application Training Event) seminar is to help demystify the accreditation process. You will have the opportunity to talk with full members about your application and hear about how to approach the process.
Any queries or for booking please get in touch with Kate Kendall at lets@ihbc.org.uk
Looking for Professional Volunteering?
If you would like to get involved with Branch activities & events, please consider volunteering for a branch officer post. The positions are not onerous, communications happen mainly by email and Branches hold meetings quarterly.
There are currently interesting Branch Officer positions available with:
Northern Ireland Branch
If you would like to discuss how you can contribute please contact the Secretary, Sarah McNamee at sarah.mcnamee@midulstercouncil.org
Yorkshire Branch
If you would like to discuss how you can contribute feel free to contact the Secretary, David Rawlins at rawlinsd@icloud.com
For any other Region in the UK, please get in touch on the relevant Branch webpage and select the Branch you are interested in.
Yorkshire Branch NEWS
The IHBC Yorkshire Branch has launched the first ‘Yorkshire Branch newsletter – Autumn 2018’ with a wide array of events and news across the Yorkshire Region.
A direct link to the downloadable PDF is here in the section ‘Branch Newsletter’.
Scotland Branch NEWS
The IHBC Scotland Branch has launched the ‘Newsletter issue 12 – August 2018’ with an incredible variety of events and news across Scotland.
A direct link to the downloadable PDF is here.
EVENTS
November 2018
9 November
East Midlands Branch – An afternoon with Dr Charles Mynors
Lincoln
Dr Mynors has written extensively on the law in relation to the historic environment.
This afternoon will look at the issue of the extent of listing, covering:
- How to determine curtilage
- What is the curtilage of a building
- The Wednesbury tests of reasonableness
There will also be an opportunity for questions from the floor.
13 November
South West Branch – Reducing risk of fire in thatched buildings: recent research and new guidance
Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service Headquarters, The Knowle, Clyst St George, Exeter, Devon, EX3 0NW
This one-day event, organised by Historic England, the Institute of Historic Building Conservation South West Branch, and Devon & Somerset Fire & Rescue Service, will explain the background to the research, present the results and new guidance, and consider the implications for listed buildings. The issues that arise in the aftermath of a fire will also be discussed and there will be a demonstration of fire-fighting techniques for thatched roofs.
The day is aimed primarily at conservation officers and other building conservation professionals, thatchers, thatched-property owners, fire-fighters and installers of wood-burning stoves.
The day is free to attend but you will need to register HERE
15 November
North West Branch – AGM
Long Street Methodist Church & School, Middleton
The AGM will be in in Middleton, allowing us to explore the architecture of Edgar Wood with David Morris, followed by the AGM and Christmas meal.
There will be an afternoon tour of Edgar Wood buildings and an optional film showing.
Download the flyer and find out more about the programme HERE
22 November
North Branch – MATE session
Lichfields, The St Nicholas Building, St Nicholas Street, Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 1RF
We are holding Membership Application Training Event – the main aim of which is to assist people in upgrading their membership from either Affiliate/Associate to Full membership.
There will be a presentation from Kate Kendall, IHBC Education, Training & Standards Liaison Officer followed by small group discussions.
Kate Kendall said: ‘These events are a great way for prospective applicants to find out how to understand their skills, knowledge and experience in the context of IHBC membership criteria and accreditation. And all this is free too, offered to anyone interested in IHBC membership as part of the IHBC’s charitable support for the care of the built and historic environment.’
To book your FREE place please email Kate Kendall LETS@ihbc.org.uk
28 November
London Branch – MATE session
Lichfields’ offices, 14 Regent’s Wharf, All Saints Street, London N1 9RL
We are holding another MATE seminar with the London Branch.
There will be a presentation from Kate Kendall, IHBC Education, Training & Standards Liaison Officer followed by small group discussions.
Kate Kendall said: ‘These events are a great way for prospective applicants to find out how to understand their skills, knowledge and experience in the context of IHBC membership criteria and accreditation. And all this is free too, offered to anyone interested in IHBC membership as part of the IHBC’s charitable support for the care of the built and historic environment.’
To book your FREE place please email Kate Kendall LETS@ihbc.org.uk
29 November
Scotland Branch – AGM
Dundee
The AGM will follow a CPD day on the theme of Design in Dundee (UNESCO City of Design), a visit the new V&A Dundee to discuss the ways that members interface with design issues on a daily basis: design review, design awards etc.
This is also your chance to consider joining the committee!
Download the flyer and find out more about the programme HERE
29 November
West Midlands Branch – Shakespeare and Stratford: Tourism and heritage buildings. Conflict or compromise and some solutions
Stratford upon Avon
Full details on the programme and booking are available HERE
OTHER EVENTS
If you want to find out more about CPD events, talks, workshops, conferences and many more happening across the UK and beyond, visit our Events Calendar on the main IHBC website.
