The William Morris Craft Fellowship is an advanced training scheme for qualified and experienced craftsmen and women from any trade employed in the repair of historic buildings.
It is designed to expand the fellow’s knowledge of building materials and crafts and how they relate to the repair or conservation of historic buildings.
The programme runs from mid March to Nov/Dec. The course is divided into three blocks of two months which are spread over the year. At the end of each block the fellow returns to their place of employment or if self employed back to work.
The first two blocks consist of widespread travel, meeting other craftsmen and professionals on site, visiting a wide range of historic buildings sites, conservation Workshops and studios. When on site they are able to see at first hand, and discuss, traditional building construction, the decay and repair of materials and the range of Techniques available.
Larbert Church, tracery window replacement. 2006 Fellows & Scholars with LTM & Malta team
The last two months will be spent on sites chosen with the fellows’ own needs and interests in mind. This should provide an opportunity for the Fellows to deepen their understanding of their own trade while broadening their experience. They can revisit sites from the first and second blocks and work along side master craftsmen and professionals either within their own trade or having a chance to try another craft.
1998 Fellows in Don Barkers workshop
Who can apply?
The Fellowship is open to craftsmen from any trade employed on the repair of historic buildings. Applicants must have completed their apprenticeships and be able to demonstrate a high degree of competence in one of the building trades or associated crafts. Candidates will normally be in their 20s and 30s but older candidates will not be excluded. Selection is by interview, following a written application.
How to apply
For further details and an application form please write to :-
Education Officer,
SPAB
37, Spital Square,
London
E1 6dy
Or email education@spab.org.uk
The closing dates for application is 1st January each year and interviews are held in London at the end of January.
Repairing lime ash floor at Clawson Old Manor
Roof repairs at Clawson Old Manor House
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