Retrofit, Regeneration and Climate Resilience .Explore how historic and disused buildings can be successfully retrofitted to help meet housing needs while preserving their heritage value. Featuring speakers from Historic England and Baily Garner, with insights from the Good Homes Alliance this session will examine real-world case studies, approaches to estate regeneration and stewardship, and strategies for improving climate resilience in historic properties. The discussion will highlight the opportunities and challenges of adapting existing buildings for a low-carbon future, followed by a panel discussion and audience Q&A.
Key details:
- Date: Thursday 15th October 2026
- Timings: 13:00-14:00
- Location: Online (Zoom)
- Costs: Free for GHA members, £20+VAT for non-members
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Speakers and agenda:
- Laura Broderick, Programme Director, Good Homes Alliance (chair)
- Matthew Allcock, Partner, Baily Garner
- Retrofitting historic buildings to address housing need
- Adaptation of historic properties for climate resilience
- Estate regeneration/ stewardship and policy links with an eye to retrofit
- Nikhil Scott, Senior Policy Adviser (Climate Change), Historic England
- How best to retrofit historic buildings
- The potential of adaptive reuse to meet housing needs
- Case studies
- Plus more TBC
With thanks to Good Homes Alliance Leader Member Baily Garner for supporting our autumn retrofit series.