Built Environment Forum Scotland (BEFS) is an umbrella body for organisations working in the built environment in Scotland. Drawing on extensive expertise in a membership-led forum, BEFS informs, debates and advocates on the strategic issues, opportunities and challenges facing Scotland’s historic and contemporary built environment.
Upcoming Events
Hope for Creation will bring together funders, experts, eco-theologians, decision-makers, clergy and congregations from the Scottish Episcopal Church, and other denominations, to discuss the efforts to combat climate change in the Scottish church context. The conference will provide opportunities for networking, discussion and learning, with contributions from across the SEC, ecumenical guests, and partner organisations. Anchored by practical solutions, inspiring case-studies and new opportunities to take action – Hope for Creation will highlight that all throughout the church and heritage sector have a part to play in our journey to build a more sustainable future. Highlights include breakout conversation sessions covering such topics as ‘Solutions for Sustainable Heritage Buildings’, ‘Carbon Footprints and Contributions’, ‘Creation Care, Mission and Intercession’, as well as funding, biodiversity, storytelling and community energy discussions. All are welcome: whether you're a church leader, volunteer, environmental group member or simply interested in creating a more sustainable future, you'll leave with fresh ideas, new connections and renewed hope.
Icon – Conserving LGBT+ History Webinar
22 OCT 4:00pm
Anne Lister was a 19th century diarist and landowner from Halifax, Yorkshire. Considered the "first modern lesbian", Anne's diaries were, in part, written in a secret code that she used to write about her romantic relationships with other women. In this online lecture, West Yorkshire Archive Service conservators will talk about the conservation work undertaken to preserve Anne's diaries and prepare them for digitisation and access as source material for the TV drama Gentleman Jack, based on Anne's life. All proceeds from this event will be donated to Lavender Menace, an Edinburgh archive of queer books and community space.
Scottish Lime Centre Trust – Lime Pointing
23 OCT 9:30am
Learn the skills to help you carry out your own mortar pointing repairs. Would you like to undertake repointing works as part of a renovation project or simply as general maintenance to traditional masonry structures? This practical 'hands on' training day will give participants the skill to undertake repointing works with confidence. This course will provide a sound understanding of traditional building technology, repair techniques and the materials to use when carrying out repointing. Attendees are encouraged to bring along images of their projects to discuss with the SLCT tutor on the day. This course is aimed at those who own or are responsible for a traditional building. Also suitable for those responsible for maintenance works to traditional buildings or a renovation and conservation project.