News - Fellowship

Our Scholarship and Fellowship schemes are designed to broaden the skills and experience of conservation professionals working with old buildings, and we're delighted to announce the new cohort for

James Bull, heritage carpenter and 2024 Fellow, shares a snapshot of what he’s been up to.

Jim Brearley-Ratcliffe, carpenter and 2024 Fellow, shares a snapshot of his journey so far.   

Ellie Jae Dobson, bricklayer and 2024 Fellow, shares a snapshot of her journey so far. 

Ahead of National Mills Weekend, we caught up with Daniel Cheetham, carpenter and 2023 SPAB Millwright Fellow, to hear about the next steps in his journey with this endangered craft. 

Find out more about this year's cohort of Scholars and Fellows, and why they can’t wait to get started. 

Stonemason and SPAB Fellow Jack Buchanan describes a visit to Pluscarden Abbey, where reverence for the past, coupled with a willingness to adapt and repurpose, creates a harmonious coexistence between the ancient ruins and a vibrant, living community. 

2023 SPAB Fellow Kate Longworth tells us about discovering the joys of bricklaying and the importance of female role models. 

We’re delighted to welcome an enthusiastic new group of conservation professionals, who will begin their training programmes in March. 

A shingle maker and signwriter, 2022 SPAB Fellow Owen Bushell recounts his experiences so far...