Vernacular Architecture Group
@varchgroup.bsky.social
The Vernacular Architecture Group was formed in 1952 to further the study of traditional buildings, originally those of the British Isles. Today the VAG also reflects a growing interest in buildings from other parts of the world. https://www.vag.org.uk
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'Vernacular Architecture of the Yorkshire Dales' - YVBSG day school held in conjunction with Upper Wharfedale Heritage Group on 28 Feb 2026 in Skipton Town Hall. Do join us for an excellent programme of talks exploring the wonderful traditional buildings of the Dales! www.yvbsg.org.uk/events.html
January 20, 2026 at 6:22 PM
'Vernacular Architecture of the Yorkshire Dales' - YVBSG day school held in conjunction with Upper Wharfedale Heritage Group on 28 Feb 2026 in Skipton Town Hall. Do join us for an excellent programme of talks exploring the wonderful traditional buildings of the Dales! www.yvbsg.org.uk/events.html
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The next Triskele Heritage winter lecture is happening next week. Please do feel free to share far and wide if you can 🙂
More info and bookings can be found here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
More info and bookings can be found here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
January 20, 2026 at 6:36 PM
The next Triskele Heritage winter lecture is happening next week. Please do feel free to share far and wide if you can 🙂
More info and bookings can be found here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
More info and bookings can be found here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
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New to the @heritagewshc.bsky.social Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre blog: A new dating technique for historic buildings.
When dendrochronology failed and carbon-14 dating didn't match what was known about certain roof truss features, another technique was tried...
#OnePlaceWednesday
When dendrochronology failed and carbon-14 dating didn't match what was known about certain roof truss features, another technique was tried...
#OnePlaceWednesday
A new dating technique for historic buildings - Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre
Wiltshire Buildings Record experimented with a new technique to date a building and found a surprising result.
wshc.org.uk
January 14, 2026 at 11:15 PM
New to the @heritagewshc.bsky.social Wiltshire and Swindon History Centre blog: A new dating technique for historic buildings.
When dendrochronology failed and carbon-14 dating didn't match what was known about certain roof truss features, another technique was tried...
#OnePlaceWednesday
When dendrochronology failed and carbon-14 dating didn't match what was known about certain roof truss features, another technique was tried...
#OnePlaceWednesday
Do you have a research project that would benefit from extra funding? The VAG offers grants for the study and presentation of vernacular architecture and there's still time to submit an application for the current round of Research Grants! Closing date: 28 February. See www.vag.org.uk/grants.htm.
January 14, 2026 at 6:40 PM
Do you have a research project that would benefit from extra funding? The VAG offers grants for the study and presentation of vernacular architecture and there's still time to submit an application for the current round of Research Grants! Closing date: 28 February. See www.vag.org.uk/grants.htm.
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Just 2 weeks to go until the next Triskele Heritage online talk: The Mediaeval Traveller - a journey into life on the road & the observations of mediaeval wayfarers.
Takes place at 7pmGMT on Wed 28 Jan. Booking & more info, here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
📸: British Library
Takes place at 7pmGMT on Wed 28 Jan. Booking & more info, here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
📸: British Library
January 14, 2026 at 8:35 AM
Just 2 weeks to go until the next Triskele Heritage online talk: The Mediaeval Traveller - a journey into life on the road & the observations of mediaeval wayfarers.
Takes place at 7pmGMT on Wed 28 Jan. Booking & more info, here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
📸: British Library
Takes place at 7pmGMT on Wed 28 Jan. Booking & more info, here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-mediae...
📸: British Library
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Advance notice on this #OnePlaceWednesday of a Northumberland Archives #HouseHistory Workshop, Researching the History of your House. This will take place on Wednesday March 18th from 9.30am to 11.30am GMT, at County Hall, Morpeth. Follow the link for more info and to book a free place.
Workshop: Researching the History of your House
A hands-on workshop led by Northumberland Archives staff which will introduce the type of documents used in researching house history.
www.eventbrite.co.uk
January 14, 2026 at 11:00 AM
Advance notice on this #OnePlaceWednesday of a Northumberland Archives #HouseHistory Workshop, Researching the History of your House. This will take place on Wednesday March 18th from 9.30am to 11.30am GMT, at County Hall, Morpeth. Follow the link for more info and to book a free place.
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50 Years of COAM
In 1976, we dismantled our first buildings: Hill Farm Barn and Rossway Granary. Today, they stand at the heart of our farm, forming the centre of our farming operations and capturing the spirit of a classic Chilterns farmstead that could have flourished anytime between 1800 & 1950
In 1976, we dismantled our first buildings: Hill Farm Barn and Rossway Granary. Today, they stand at the heart of our farm, forming the centre of our farming operations and capturing the spirit of a classic Chilterns farmstead that could have flourished anytime between 1800 & 1950
January 11, 2026 at 5:37 PM
50 Years of COAM
In 1976, we dismantled our first buildings: Hill Farm Barn and Rossway Granary. Today, they stand at the heart of our farm, forming the centre of our farming operations and capturing the spirit of a classic Chilterns farmstead that could have flourished anytime between 1800 & 1950
In 1976, we dismantled our first buildings: Hill Farm Barn and Rossway Granary. Today, they stand at the heart of our farm, forming the centre of our farming operations and capturing the spirit of a classic Chilterns farmstead that could have flourished anytime between 1800 & 1950
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Really enjoyed presenting the work of the @historictownstrust.bsky.social and the @varchgroup.bsky.social winter conference. Great fun and lots of interest.
www.historictownstrust.uk
www.historictownstrust.uk
Historic Towns Trust | History of towns in England, Scotland and Wales
The Historic Towns Trust is a charity which investigates the histories of towns in England, Scotland, and Wales, and communicates this through the publication of atlases and maps, and through educatio...
www.historictownstrust.uk
January 11, 2026 at 8:21 PM
Really enjoyed presenting the work of the @historictownstrust.bsky.social and the @varchgroup.bsky.social winter conference. Great fun and lots of interest.
www.historictownstrust.uk
www.historictownstrust.uk
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Much enjoyed speaking about VCH Oxon's coverage of small towns and urban buildings at this weekend's Vernacular Architecture Group winter conference - part of a stimulating and wide-ranging programme, amidst some august company!
January 11, 2026 at 7:05 PM
Much enjoyed speaking about VCH Oxon's coverage of small towns and urban buildings at this weekend's Vernacular Architecture Group winter conference - part of a stimulating and wide-ranging programme, amidst some august company!
Another day of superb talks to conclude the VAG Winter Conference 2026, ranging from historical maps to medieval inns to 16th century fires in Stratford-upon-Avon. Grateful thanks to all our speakers and everyone who attended!
January 11, 2026 at 7:59 PM
Another day of superb talks to conclude the VAG Winter Conference 2026, ranging from historical maps to medieval inns to 16th century fires in Stratford-upon-Avon. Grateful thanks to all our speakers and everyone who attended!
A slightly unusual but fascinating subject for a talk at the VAG Winter Conference 2026 - the amazing caves hidden under Nottingham's buildings!
January 11, 2026 at 12:18 AM
A slightly unusual but fascinating subject for a talk at the VAG Winter Conference 2026 - the amazing caves hidden under Nottingham's buildings!
Excellent first day of the VAG Winter Conference 2026 on urban buildings with a good variety of talks covering Ruthin, Chipping Norton, Lincoln, Nottingham, Durham, Nantwich and Newcastle!
January 11, 2026 at 12:05 AM
Excellent first day of the VAG Winter Conference 2026 on urban buildings with a good variety of talks covering Ruthin, Chipping Norton, Lincoln, Nottingham, Durham, Nantwich and Newcastle!
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English Heritage are seeking a Building Conservation Manager
Do you have a passion for historic buildings and environments?
Do you have a strong understanding of the emerging threats and opportunities within the heritage sector?....
Find out more at ihbconline.co.uk/jobsetc/?p=1...
Do you have a passion for historic buildings and environments?
Do you have a strong understanding of the emerging threats and opportunities within the heritage sector?....
Find out more at ihbconline.co.uk/jobsetc/?p=1...
January 8, 2026 at 6:18 PM
English Heritage are seeking a Building Conservation Manager
Do you have a passion for historic buildings and environments?
Do you have a strong understanding of the emerging threats and opportunities within the heritage sector?....
Find out more at ihbconline.co.uk/jobsetc/?p=1...
Do you have a passion for historic buildings and environments?
Do you have a strong understanding of the emerging threats and opportunities within the heritage sector?....
Find out more at ihbconline.co.uk/jobsetc/?p=1...
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Are you a student with an interest in historic buildings? We now offer a reduced membership fee for students - for just £8 a year, you get a copy of our annual journal, discount on events, online access to building reports, practical recording experience and more! www.yvbsg.org.uk/membership.h...
January 6, 2026 at 7:44 PM
Are you a student with an interest in historic buildings? We now offer a reduced membership fee for students - for just £8 a year, you get a copy of our annual journal, discount on events, online access to building reports, practical recording experience and more! www.yvbsg.org.uk/membership.h...
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas, and may you find some fantastic buildings in 2026!
December 24, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Wishing everyone a very Merry Christmas, and may you find some fantastic buildings in 2026!
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Our interactive map showing all buildings recorded by the YVBSG has just been updated! The latest version includes this intriguing little outbuilding at Woodsome Hall. If you're a member, the map also gives you access to the full online reports. Browse at www.yvbsg.org.uk/reports.html.
December 22, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Our interactive map showing all buildings recorded by the YVBSG has just been updated! The latest version includes this intriguing little outbuilding at Woodsome Hall. If you're a member, the map also gives you access to the full online reports. Browse at www.yvbsg.org.uk/reports.html.
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A quick sketch of High Street, Charing, Kent with 27, 29 High Street (Sherborne House) drawn a bit more fully than the rest. This 16th building incorporated a shop with its own doorway at the left hand end. The main house was to the right.
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#pencil #drawing
#ArtShare
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#pencil #drawing
#ArtShare
December 22, 2025 at 6:07 PM
A quick sketch of High Street, Charing, Kent with 27, 29 High Street (Sherborne House) drawn a bit more fully than the rest. This 16th building incorporated a shop with its own doorway at the left hand end. The main house was to the right.
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#pencil #drawing
#ArtShare
@varchgroup.bsky.social
#pencil #drawing
#ArtShare
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27, 29 High Street (Sherborne House), Charing, Kent. This 16th building incorporated a shop with its own doorway at the left hand end. The main house was to the right.
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#ArchitecturalIllustration
#pen #drawing
#ArtShare
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#ArchitecturalIllustration
#pen #drawing
#ArtShare
December 21, 2025 at 8:05 PM
27, 29 High Street (Sherborne House), Charing, Kent. This 16th building incorporated a shop with its own doorway at the left hand end. The main house was to the right.
@varchgroup.bsky.social
#ArchitecturalIllustration
#pen #drawing
#ArtShare
@varchgroup.bsky.social
#ArchitecturalIllustration
#pen #drawing
#ArtShare
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The algorithms are making it a lot harder to spread the word about these online talks. Although numbers are still reasonable, it would be a great help if folk were able to give the 30 December event a quick share 🙂
Booking available here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/buildings-...
Booking available here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/buildings-...
December 11, 2025 at 8:03 PM
The algorithms are making it a lot harder to spread the word about these online talks. Although numbers are still reasonable, it would be a great help if folk were able to give the 30 December event a quick share 🙂
Booking available here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/buildings-...
Booking available here:
www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/buildings-...
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🕰️ Join us online on Tues, 24 Feb 2026, from 6–7 pm for a talk with Chris Skidmore on Quaker meeting house architecture. Discover how these seemingly simple buildings feature unique elements and evolving styles as Friends adopted mainstream designs.
🔗 Register: hbap.org.uk/online-talk-...
🔗 Register: hbap.org.uk/online-talk-...
December 5, 2025 at 5:41 PM
🕰️ Join us online on Tues, 24 Feb 2026, from 6–7 pm for a talk with Chris Skidmore on Quaker meeting house architecture. Discover how these seemingly simple buildings feature unique elements and evolving styles as Friends adopted mainstream designs.
🔗 Register: hbap.org.uk/online-talk-...
🔗 Register: hbap.org.uk/online-talk-...
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The Squatter’s Cottage at Blists Hill was built around 1830 by miner Michael Corbett on waste land. Such cottages were common in the Coalbrookdale Coalfield. They stood on unregulated commons, with families paying a 30 shilling yearly encroachment fine for up to 60 years to be allowed to stay.
December 4, 2025 at 8:58 AM
The Squatter’s Cottage at Blists Hill was built around 1830 by miner Michael Corbett on waste land. Such cottages were common in the Coalbrookdale Coalfield. They stood on unregulated commons, with families paying a 30 shilling yearly encroachment fine for up to 60 years to be allowed to stay.
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#AdoorableThursday Customer: 'But it was supposed to say 'GATES' not 'GATE'. Stonemason: 'No problem - easily fixed!'. Old Edge, Colden, Heptonstall.
December 4, 2025 at 2:39 PM
#AdoorableThursday Customer: 'But it was supposed to say 'GATES' not 'GATE'. Stonemason: 'No problem - easily fixed!'. Old Edge, Colden, Heptonstall.
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A recording of a recent YVBSG talk by Philip Sands on the history of Woodsome Hall near Huddersfield can now be viewed at youtu.be/2PGeqLuA0jg?.... Philip takes us on a virtual tour of the building which has a complicated and fascinating history and has been dendro-dated to 1462.
November 24, 2025 at 1:22 PM
A recording of a recent YVBSG talk by Philip Sands on the history of Woodsome Hall near Huddersfield can now be viewed at youtu.be/2PGeqLuA0jg?.... Philip takes us on a virtual tour of the building which has a complicated and fascinating history and has been dendro-dated to 1462.
Interested in a free place at the VAG Winter Conference? The topic is 'Vernacular buildings in urban contexts: the study of urban building types and integration with urban studies', 10-11 Jan 2026 in Nottingham. Bursaries are available - more info at www.vag.org.uk/conferences.....
November 23, 2025 at 8:07 PM
Interested in a free place at the VAG Winter Conference? The topic is 'Vernacular buildings in urban contexts: the study of urban building types and integration with urban studies', 10-11 Jan 2026 in Nottingham. Bursaries are available - more info at www.vag.org.uk/conferences.....
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Visited the Ancient High House in Stafford today. I was particularly taken with the juxtaposition of apotropaic burn mark, fire extinguisher, and fire safety sign 😁🔥🕯🧯
More on burn marks in historic buildings here:
triskeleheritage.triskelepublishing.com/mediaeval-my...
More on burn marks in historic buildings here:
triskeleheritage.triskelepublishing.com/mediaeval-my...
November 19, 2025 at 4:38 PM
Visited the Ancient High House in Stafford today. I was particularly taken with the juxtaposition of apotropaic burn mark, fire extinguisher, and fire safety sign 😁🔥🕯🧯
More on burn marks in historic buildings here:
triskeleheritage.triskelepublishing.com/mediaeval-my...
More on burn marks in historic buildings here:
triskeleheritage.triskelepublishing.com/mediaeval-my...