Vernacular building materials are items found and used locally by amateur builders. They can also be simple manufactured materials used for common or utilitarian buildings. In these three morning talks, you will hear how and where these materials were used in Scotland over time. A networking lunch will provide you with the opportunity to continue discussions and explore the Engine Shed. In the afternoon, there will be a tour of the unique collection of restored Nissen huts at the Cultybraggan PoW camp at Comrie, followed by a visit to the recent construction of a traditional turf hut at Comrie Croft. For those who cannot join in person, a virtual ticket is available for the morning learning session only.

A series of SURF Award Shared Learning Workshops will take place in May. At these events attendees will have the opportunity to learn from SURF Award winners and highly commended projects, before opening to a wider policy discussion with national partners. The 4 workshops are: Removing barriers to employability (7 May, Edinburgh); Housing led regeneration initiatives (14 May, Edinburgh); Place-based regeneration approaches (21 May, Govan) and Taking a creative approach to regeneration (28 May, Glasgow)

Meet the current cohort of SPAB Scholars and have a relaxed catch up with members, volunteers and friends. Space has been reserved in the historic Bennet's Bar on Leven Street and the SPAB Scholars hope to see you there!