Join the sector’s leading voices at the 2026 Heritage and Traditional Build Conference, the flagship annual event from the National Federation of Builders.
A full day of insight, expertise and forward-thinking discussion dedicated to safeguarding and strengthening the UK’s historic built environment.
The Premier Gathering for Heritage Professionals
Worshipful Company of Painter-Stainers 2022
This conference brings together:
Master craftspeople and traditional building specialists.
Heritage contractors and subcontractors.
Conservation architects and surveyors.
Local authorities, planners and conservation officers.
Estate managers and heritage trusts.
Policy, funding and skills leaders.
Material suppliers and sector innovators.
If you are committed to preserving, restoring and advancing Britain’s built heritage, this is the event for you.
Why Attend?
The heritage sector stands at a defining moment.
Rising demand for traditional craft skills.
A widening skills gap.
Evolving regulation.
Growing focus on sustainable, low-carbon retrofit.
Expanding economic impact through tourism and regeneration.
This conference addresses the pressures and the possibilities – setting the agenda for 2026 and beyond.
What You Will Gain
Clear insight into current conservation challenges and regulatory developments.
Practical lessons from real-world restoration case studies.
Expert guidance on traditional materials and techniques in a modern construction landscape.
Direct access to policy specialists, craftspeople and sector leaders.
Valuable connections across heritage, planning and construction communities.
Following the conference, delegates are invited to a drinks reception and networking session within the Hall.
To purchase tickets for the conference visit:
https://builders.org.uk/events/heritage-and-traditional-build-conference-2026/
