About

Our Work

Historic Scotland is an executive agency of the Scottish Government, charged with safeguarding Scotland’s historic environment.

Within Historic Scotland, the Conservation Group informs and sustains the conservation, repair and maintenance of the historic built environment by:

Undertaking technical and scientific research
Supporting the perpetuation and understanding of traditional building skills
Understanding and promoting the use and availability of traditional building materials
Provision of specialist technical and scientific advice
Provision of applied specialist conservation services
Delivery of technical education and outreach activity
Caring for 345 Properties in Care across Scotland with a specialised technical team.

Projects & Case Studies