our work

At Historic Scotland, the Conservation Group informs and sustains the conservation, repair and maintenance of the built environment by;

• Undertaking technical and scientific research
• Supporting the perpetuation and understanding of traditional building skills
• Understanding and promoting the use and availability of traditional building materials
• Provision of specialist technical and scientific advice
• Provision of applied specialist conservation services
• Delivery of technical education and outreach activity

The director of the Conservation Group) is David Mitchell

Our team can provide:

• Guidance
  Advice and information on the care of historic buildings in Scotland through our technical team and conservation publications for the public and professionals.
  
  
• Support
  Training support through our events, fellowships & internships programme, and a small grants scheme to support building conservation in Scotland.
  
  
• Research
  A knowledge base of building methods, materials and technical expertise unique to Scotland.