The IHBC is delighted to announce the launch of its new Annual School website, featuring exciting updates on our 2027 School, across Bristol & Bath from 10–12 June, exploring ‘Climate Change & Significance’, with conservation professionals from across the UK and beyond enjoying up to three days and more of learning, discussion, exhibits and networking.
School Bookings open February 2027. Register for updates here.
VISIT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL WEBSITE
Bursary Applications open soon, close 1 February 2027*
* This datemay be extended if any bursaries are not allocated.
Applicants must be existing IHBC Members.
Other terms and conditions apply.
AWARDS & BURSARIES ETC SUPPORTED BY THE
IHBC CREATIVE Conservation Fund
With IHBC’s South West Branch hosting the School, Branch Chair Charlotte Bowles-Lewis, said: ’The IHBC’s Full School in Bristol & Bath (10 – 12 June) will include a rich and varied programme designed to inform, inspire, and support continuing professional development.’
- ‘Thursday 10 June will begin with a series of CPD Study Tours around Bristol, offering delegates the opportunity to explore significant buildings and places across the region, with a focus on this year’s theme, Climate Change & Significance.
- The day will conclude with a Welcome Reception at the SS Great Britain, part of Bristol Dockyards, providing a perfect backdrop to come together for an evening of networking with colleagues from across the heritage sector and beyond.
- Friday 11 June will host the Day School, featuring a diverse programme of speakers and discussions exploring new perspectives on the key issues and emerging research relating to climate change and significance. The Day School will be held in the Lantern Hall at Bristol Beacon, a historic Grade II listed venue in the heart of the city, and can be attended in person or online.
- Friday will round off with the Annual School Dinner and Student Award presentations, hosted in the Grade II listed Marriott Bristol Royal hotel. The dinner will be held in the Palm Court, a Victorian architectural masterpiece and a stunning venue in which to celebrate this year’s Annual School and Awards presentations.
- The Annual School concludes on Saturday 12 June, with a further offering of CPD Tours for in person Full School delegates, offering another chance to visit local highlights, including neighbouring historic Bath and Birnbeck Pier in Weston-Super-Mare.’
For more information on the Annual School please visit ihbcannualschool.org
Booking information: Summary & Guidance
- Booking is due to open in February 2027, with residential and non-residential Full School options available, as well as Day School packages both in person and online. Places will be limited so early booking is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment.
- REGISTER YOUR INTEREST HERE
We look forward to welcoming delegates to Bristol & Bath in June for what promises to be a stimulating and engaging Annual School, set across two cities that exemplify the different opportunities and challenges of Climate Change on the significance of the historic environment.
VISIT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL WEBSITE
