
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
Scottish Lime Centre Trust – Surface Repair of Stone
26 OCT 9:30am
This course will teach you how to carry out a successful surface stone repair with an understanding of the materials and when and where it may be appropriate. In many cases, simple surface repairs can be less intrusive and a suitable alternative to replacing masonry units with new stone. You will be amazed at the results you will be able to achieve after only two days! This course is designed to ensure successful surface repairs to flat work, angles, corners and moulded details. The decay mechanisms of stone will be discussed and we will consider the factors to that should be taken into account when deciding if a surface repair is a suitable alternative to replacement with new stone. This course is aimed at those working within the construction industry who have had practical building experience and trowel skills.
Scottish Lime Centre Trust – Surface Repair of Stone
27 OCT 9:30am
This course will teach you how to carry out a successful surface stone repair with an understanding of the materials and when and where it may be appropriate. In many cases, simple surface repairs can be less intrusive and a suitable alternative to replacing masonry units with new stone. You will be amazed at the results you will be able to achieve after only two days! This course is designed to ensure successful surface repairs to flat work, angles, corners and moulded details. The decay mechanisms of stone will be discussed and we will consider the factors to that should be taken into account when deciding if a surface repair is a suitable alternative to replacement with new stone. This course is aimed at those working within the construction industry who have had practical building experience and trowel skills.
DTAS – New Futures: Finance and Fundraising
27 OCT 11:00am
Part of the New Futures: Former Places of Worship workshop series. Heritage assets such as churches present their own unique opportunities and challenges in the funding landscape. While the buildings themselves are complicated, there are funders available to help you develop your project, acquire the church and carry out renovations. This workshop will focus on giving you the skills you need to build a funding package and help you to consider the full range of costs for developing your project. During this workshop you will hear from some of the key funders in the community, and heritage sector and learn what makes a successful funding application.









