How can we build in historic places in ways that respect sensitive town centre heritage locations, support local communities and drive economic growth?
Join SAVE Britain’s Heritage and The Norwich Society for a day of thought-provoking presentations and discussions exploring how new development can enhance the character and value of our historic towns and cities.
Ten years on from the landmark Cathedral Cities in Peril report by Foster + Partners and Historic England, this conference brings together planners, architects, developers and conservation professionals. It’s open to anyone with an interest in the future of our built environment. Whether you work in the sector or simply care about the places around you, the day will focus on how historic cities like Norwich can attract investment, support local economies and create better places to live.
Speakers will share insights from UK and international examples, exploring public interest-led development, the role of government investment in shaping better places and the use of design codes to secure high-quality new architecture. They’ll also discuss how temporary or “meanwhile” uses can unlock the potential of neglected places.
Part of SAVE Britain’s Heritage’s 50th-anniversary year and programme of national events, this conference is a rare opportunity to hear from leading voices in planning, architecture and conservation. The event will include talks, panel discussions, Q&A sessions and guided walks, offering fresh perspectives on the role heritage plays in shaping the future.
We are very proud to have Urban Space Management as our Keystone sponsor for this programme of events.
Speakers
Yolande Barnes - chair, Bartlett Real Estate Institute
Henrietta Billings MRTPI - director, SAVE Britain's Heritage
Jon Boon - chair, The Norwich Society
Dave Chetwyn MA, MRTPI, IHBC, FIoL, FRSA - managing director & partner, Urban Vision Enterprise
Ben Derbyshire - chair, HTA Design LLP / commissioner, Historic England / president, London Forum of Amenity & Civic Societies
Ian Harrabin MBE MRICS - managing director, Complex Development Projects / chair, Historic Coventry Trust
Gail Mayhew - director, Smart Growth Associates / co-founder, The Stewardship Initiative
Jim McKinney - partner, architect, Purcell Architects
Matthew Morgan - director, Quality of Life Foundation
Sunand Prasad - chair, UK Green Building Council, past president, RIBA, principal, Perkins and Will
Eric Reynolds - director, Urban Space Management
Hannah Sloggett - co-director, Nudge Community Builders
Cllr Mike Stonard - leader, Norwich City Council
Emma Sweeney - projects manager, World Monuments Fund
Henry Wootton - associate, Mikhail Riches
