The Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings (SPAB) believes old buildings have a future. From cottages to castles and from churches to cathedrals we are here to help buildings and the people who care for them. Founded by William Morris in 1877, the SPAB was established in response to the work of Victorian architects whose enthusiasm for harmful restoration caused irreparable damage. Today the SPAB encourages excellence in new design to enrich and complement the built historic environment. SPAB: hands on history. Join today to support our positive, practical approach to building conservation.Join the SPAB and help us to protect, care for and repair historic buildings into the future.We’ve got a range of online and in-person courses, workshops, talks, along with site visits and Working Parties.We offer free and independent advice to professionals and homeowners about caring for historic and traditionally constructed buildings. Our technical and research team leads and disseminates research on current conservation issues such as energy efficiency in historic building.Locally volunteers with SPAB repair and maintain the tower of the old church at Compton Abbas.
