Applications are now open for Bursaries for the IHBC Annual School 2027, hosted in Bristol & Bath from 10 to 12 June, exploring the theme ‘Climate Change & Significance’, as we bring together conservation professionals from across the UK and beyond for three days of learning, discussion and networking, to 1 February 2027.
Applications close 1 February 2027. Find out more here.
VISIT THE ANNUAL SCHOOL WEBSITE
Bursary Applications are now open, and 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
About IHBC’s bursaries
As a charity, the IHBC is offering bursaries for the Bristol & Bath Annual School, made possible with the support of the IHBC CREATIVE Conservation Fund. As usual, bursaries are allocated on the basis of personal statements of relevance and need. Applicants must be existing IHBC Members and can apply for either:
- a Full School bursary: a residential delegate place from Thursday to Saturday, plus up to £100 towards travel expenses; or
- a Day School bursary: a delegate place plus up to £100 towards travel and accommodation expenses.
Terms and conditions apply.
How to apply
Applications are quick to submit using the online form on the Annual School Bursaries webpage. The initial closing date is 1 February, which may be extended if any bursaries have not been allocated. Decisions on applications received by 1 February will be made by 1 March.
The programme
The Annual School offers a rich and varied programme designed to inform, inspire and support your CPD:
- Thursday 10 June: CPD Study Tours around Bristol, exploring significant buildings and places with a focus on this year’s theme, followed by a Welcome Reception at the SS Great Britain, Bristol Historic Dockyard.
- Friday 11 June: the Day School at Lantern Hall, Bristol Beacon, a Grade II listed venue in the heart of the city, with a diverse programme of speakers and discussions on emerging research and new perspectives on climate change and significance. Attend in person or online. The day closes with the Annual School Dinner and Student Award presentations in the Palm Court of the Grade II listed Marriott Bristol Royal, a Victorian architectural masterpiece.
- Saturday 12 June: further CPD Tours for in person Full School delegates, including neighbouring Bath and Birnbeck Pier in Weston-super-Mare.
Booking
Booking for the Annual School opens in February 2027, with residential and non-residential Full School options and Day School packages both in person and online. Places are limited, so early booking is recommended.
For more information on the Annual School, and to register your interest, please visit ihbcannualschool.org
See more on the IHBC CREATIVE Conservation Fund
