26th & 27th June 2027
Celebrating Suffolk’s Heritage Skills and Traditional Craftsmanship
Heveningham Hall Country Fair
Discover the fascinating world of traditional heritage crafts at the Heritage Skills Event, hosted by Suffolk Preservation Society.
Bringing together many specialist exhibitors, the event will showcase the exceptional skills, craftsmanship and expertise involved in the conservation, repair and maintenance of our historic buildings and landscapes.
Meet skilled craftspeople, specialist tradespeople and heritage professionals working to preserve our built heritage. From traditional pargetting, thatching, flint knapping and stone carving to carpentry, lime plastering, stained glass, brickwork and conservation building, there will be a wealth of traditional skills and specialist knowledge to explore.
Visitors will have the opportunity to:
- Meet the experts – talk to professional craftspeople, conservation builders, architects, planning consultants and specialist suppliers.
- See traditional crafts in action – enjoy live demonstrations and discover the techniques behind some of our most fascinating heritage skills.
- Discover specialist materials and services – find out more about the products, skills and expertise essential to maintaining historic buildings.
- Learn from the professionals – enjoy a programme of short talks and presentations from experienced practitioners, sharing their knowledge and insights into the heritage sector.
Suffolk is home to more than 13,000 listed buildings, many of which rely on traditional skills and specialist craftsmanship for their preservation. However, some of these skills are increasingly at risk of being lost. Ensuring they are passed on to future generations is vital to protecting our historic environment.
The Heritage Skills Event aims to celebrate the people who keep these traditions alive, raise awareness of the importance of heritage crafts and inspire the next generation of skilled practitioners.
The event will also host the Suffolk Preservation Society Heritage Champion Awards 2027, recognising outstanding contributions to the conservation and enhancement of Suffolk’s historic environment.
Whether you have a passion for historic buildings, an interest in traditional craftsmanship or simply want to discover something new, come along and explore the skills that help preserve our heritage for the future. Tickets are available from the Heveningham Country Fair website here