A series of free, online traditional skills talks are being held this month as part of the training and education initiatives organised by Hawick and Jedburgh Conservation Area Regeneration Schemes (CARS).
Details of the online talks
Held on 15 and 22 June, the talks will highlight traditional building methods for historic properties in the Borders area and the results of a recent high-profile archaeology project.
On 15 June, Malcolm Thomson, from the renowned restoration company D Blake & Co, will discuss the use of lead as a common building material found in traditional buildings across Scotland and will outline some of the key considerations in its use on historic buildings.
A week later, Ian Hill of HARP Archaeology will discuss the recent archaeological works undertaken during the repair at the Jedburgh Abbey Ramparts which uncovered human skeletal remains from the former Abbey graveyard. As part of the talk, he will present his findings, discussing the history of the ramparts, and what we can learn from the human remains uncovered.
The CARS talks have been organised in partnership with The Scottish Historic Buildings Trust (SHBT).
What are the CARS projects?
Both CARS projects seek to provide a wide range of training, heritage and education activities within their communities to enhance local knowledge and understanding of each town’s rich and unique history.
As well as raising awareness, the projects aim to increase relevant skills to ensure the appropriate care and repair of both town’s traditional building fabric.
How to register for the online talks
Both events are being held online and are free to attend.
Further details, including how to register can be found on the Eventbrite website.