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1st July-6th November
Groombridge Place Gardens & Enchanted Forest
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
Action packed with daily activities including dream catcher and drumming workshops with story telling, roving musicians and face painting. The attraction, which was voted one of the best in a worldwide poll, is an intriguing mix of 17th century formal gardens and the mystical enchanted forest, with plenty to keep visitors of all ages occupied for house. Members are able to buy tickets 2 for the price of 1, please call 01892 861444 or visit www.groombridge.co.uk
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Thursday 14th October, Haughley Park Barn
Greening Historic Buildings
Improving efficiency without compromising character
Day conference for owners and building professionals
A distinguished expert panel can help you find the right solution including English Heritage, SPAB and the Energy Saving Trust.
For more information please contact Suffolk Preservation Society
Tel: 01787 247179
http://www.suffolksociety.org/Events/Default.htm
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EXPLORING LISTED PROPERTY : A Day Seminar for Owners at Hever Castle
“Renovation work needn’t strike fear in the hearts of listed home owners and with the right advice owning a listed building should be a pleasure not a chore” says Suzanne Bowman at Adams & Remers LLP.
To highlight this, Adams & Remers LLP and The Listed Property Owners Club (LPOC) are hosting a joint seminar for home owners - Exploring Listed Property at Hever Castle, 15th October 2010.
The Exploring Listed Property seminar will bring together expert speakers on the key issues faced by listed property owners today including;
Planning, Conservation & Legal Issues
- common legal issues for listed properties – from previous illegal works to bats in the roof
- what every owner should know before embarking on repairs or alterations
Common Problems & Fitting Solutions
- lime & damp
- energy efficiency & double glazing
Value in Your Property
- VAT
- Insurance
Buying & Selling
- a surveyors perspective
- an estate agent’s perspective
Our Keynote Speakers include:
- Peter Bell, LPOC Conservation Advisor & Local Authority Conservation Officer
- Suzanne Bowman, Solicitor, Adams & Remers LLP
- Dave Brown, LPOC VAT Advisor
- Jonathan Clarke, Owner, Energy Solutions
- Robert Desbruslais, Chartered Surveyor, Desbruslais Chartered Surveyors
- Timothy Gough, LPOC Estate Agency
- Neil Miller, Head Gardener at Hever Castle Estate
- Andrew Pawlik, Partner Dispute Resolution, Adams & Remers LLP
- Paul Watts, Mike Wye Associates
- Dean Wright, Lark Insurance Broking Group
Specialists who will be exhibiting at this event include Barry Holdsworth Ltd - landscape design consultants, Energy Solutions - energy efficiency solutions for period properties and Mike Wye & Associates - suppliers of natural building and decorating products. Plus the LPOC Estate Agency will be on hand with details of listed properties currently on the market.
Places are limited to 50 delegates and entry is strictly by prior registration only and costs £20 per person, with places available on a first-come first served basis for owners of listed properties. The seminar runs from 9.30am to 4.30pm and refreshments will be served on arrival, plus a buffet luncheon in the beautiful Tudor Suite adjacent to the castle moat, providing an opportunity for delegates to talk with the speakers, exhibitors and fellow listed property owners. Register before 30th September 2010 by calling the LPOC on 01795 844939, or by e-mailing info@lpoc.co.uk.
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Understanding Traditional Buildings
A one day seminar essential for anybody responsible for the maintenance of a traditional property.
Mike Wye & Associates have a huge amount of experience and are keen to pass on their knowledge. They will be holding a series of one day seminars with speakers talking about:
VAT on listed buildings
Understanding Dampness
Lime, its history, use, where and why to apply it
Improving insulation
Natural paints
Case studies of conservation, repair and improvements
Insurance.
Seminar Dates & Venues:
Saturday 30th October 2010 - Bristol,
Create Centre £20 per person incl. drink on arrival
Sunday 14th November 2010 - Harrogate,
Holiday Inn £40 per person incl. all food
Saturday 4th December 2010 - Colchester,
Holiday Inn £40 per person incl. all food
Saturday 5th March 2011 - Swindon,
National Self Build & Renovation Centre £20 incl. drink on arrival
Saturday 9th April 2011 - Maidstone,
Holiday Inn £40 per person incl. all food
Entry is strictly by prior registration only with places on a first come first served basis. Be sure to book up as soon as possible to avoid disappointment.
For full details on each venue, the seminars and how to book please visit www.mikewye.co.uk or telephone 01409-281644 during office hours.
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Friday 27th August
Friday 10th September
Friday 1st October
Friday 22nd October
Practical Lime Course
Using Traditional Lime Products - Mike Wye & Associates
Since 1996 over 2,300 owners, builders and architects have come on our Practical Course to gain "hands-on" experience in using traditional lime and clay materials and techniques to repair and maintain old buildings. Our approach is to create a relaxed environment where you will enjoy learning, with ample opportunity for discussion in the breaks. Course numbers are limited to ensure individual attention by two course leaders.
For each session there is a practical demonstration, then participants are encouraged to have a go themselves, with guidance at hand. All tools and materials are provided but please bring protective clothing, safety glasses, wellington boots and waterproof gloves. www.mikewye.co.uk Tel: 01409-281644
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Friday 3rd September
Friday 15th October
Friday 12th November
Polished Plaster Course
Using Traditional Venetian Plaster and Marmorino - Mike Wye & Associates
As a manufacturer and supplier of lime putty based Venetian plaster and Marmorino we will be showing how to achieve fantastic finishes, including polished plaster and textured finishes. Our approach is to create a relaxed environment where you will enjoy learning, with ample opportunity for discussion in the breaks. Course numbers are limited to 7 people to ensure individual attention.
For each session there is a practical demonstration, then participants have a range of sample boards to have a go themselves, with guidance at hand. Sample boards can be taken home at the end of the course. All tools and materials are provided but please bring protective clothing, safety glasses and suitable gloves. www.mikewye.co.uk Tel: 01409-281644
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Thursday 2nd September
Thursday 14th October
Thursday 11th November
Tadelakt Course
Using Traditional Moroccan style Tadelakt - Mike Wye & Associates
As a manufacturer and supplier of Moroccan style Tadelakt we will be showing how to achieve fantastic finishes. Our approach is to create a relaxed environment where you will enjoy learning, with ample opportunity for discussion in the breaks. Course numbers are limited to 7 people to ensure individual attention.
For each session there is a practical demonstration, then participants have a range of boards and terracotta pots to have a go themselves, with guidance at hand. Sample boards can be taken home at the end of the course. All tools and materials are provided but please bring protective clothing, safety glasses and suitable gloves. www.mikewye.co.uk Tel: 01409-281644
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Friday 20th August 2010
Friday 26th November 2010
Natural Paint Course
Using Traditional and modern natural paints - Mike Wye & Associates
The constituents of modern natural paints are often based on materials used to make traditional decorating materials - we begin the course with a presentation giving a brief outline of the history of different paints and the benefits of using them and their modern natural derivatives.
Our approach is to create a relaxed environment where you will enjoy trying out a wide range of paints, oils, waxes and varnishes. If you want to bring samples of wood, or even small items of furniture to experiment on, you are welcome to do so. All brushes and materials are provided but please bring protective clothing. Course numbers are limited to 7. www.mikewye.co.uk Tel: 01409-281644
24th September 2010
Traditional Roofing and Cladding
Paul Reed -Historic Buildings Consultant, East Sussex
Tel: 01580 830092
22nd October 2010
Local Stone & Flint
Paul Reed -Historic Buildings Consultant, East Sussex
Tel: 01580 830092