About this Event
About This Event
Join us for an exciting day discovering the sustainable regeneration programmes happening across Perth and Kinross
In 2021 Perth was inscribed as UNESCO City of Craft & Folk Art and since then has taken on a £35 million investment prospectus (2025-2040). This is aimed at sustainable and eco-friendly growth. Key efforts focus on transforming vacant buildings via the £75,000 Adapt Your Property Grant and strengthening the local economy with a new enterprise hub on South Street opening in 2026!
This event will celebrate the incredible work happening across Perth and Kinross whilst also touching on the challenges which have arisen since 2025.
This event will explore how sustainable regeneration supports successful placemaking through a range of perspectives, including:
- Heritage-led regeneration and the reuse of historic buildings.
- Community engagement, volunteering and developing local skills.
- Commercial sustainability, town centre renewal and supporting local businesses.
- Culture, tourism and hospitality as drivers of economic growth.
- Environmental sustainability.
- Partnership working and innovative approaches to delivering long-term change.
Programme
Confirmed Speakers:
- Laura Preston, Senior Grants Officer, Perth and Kinross Heritage Trust- Building on the Past, Investing in the Future
- Simon Montgomery, Senior Technical Officer, Historic Environment Scotland
- Lee Haxton, Community and Volunteer Development Manager, Historic Enviornment Scotland- Lessons from Sustainable Volunteer-led Projects
- Dr Kirsteen Croll, Chief Executive Officer, Dundonald Castle- Dundonald Castle Case Study
- Alan Farnington, Senior Economic Development Officer at Perth & Kinross Council- St Pauls Church Project
- Chris Pollock- Economic Development Officer, Perth and Kinross Council- Commerical Case Studies
You can also expect to hear about the funding opportunities, Perth Museum and its sustainable projects, and the YMCA Tayside project.
Final details of the programme will be announced in the coming weeks.
What to Expect
- Short talks and project showcases from professionals and local groups involved in the regeneration schemes.
- Insights into the challenges large regenertation projects face.
- Opportunities to network, collaborate, and share ideas.
- Inspiration for future projects and partnerships.
- Refreshments and informal conversation.
- A tour of the YMCA Tayside.
Funders
Thank you to our funders at Historic Environment Scotland, the National Trust for Scotland and the National Lottery Heritage Fund for making this event possible.
For attendees coming from further away and would like guidance on accommodation options, please email [email protected].
Discounted tickets
Network, Partner and Supporter members can book for a heavily discounted fee. You should have received an email with a code to access the discounted tickets. Click the red 'Get tickets' button and enter your code in the box that says 'Promo Code'. The discounted ticket options will be revealed.
If you did not get the code please email [email protected].
If you would like to join the Heritage Network and receive discounted ticket prices alongside lots of other membership benefits please go online to find out more information. Annual membership starts from just £75 for individuals, £125 for not-for-profit organisations, £300 for businesses. Heritage Network is the UK's umbrella organisation for not-for-profit organisations that are rescuing, restoring and managing historic buildings and places. Join us today.
Code of conduct
We aim for all of our events to be inclusive, safe spaces where everyone's views and experiences are respected. Please read our code of conduct for more information.
Please note that all HN events are for ages 18+ unless otherwise stated. In the case of unsafe weather conditions, we will contact attendees to communicate any changes to the event.
Event venue & nearby stays
YMCA Tayside, 19 Atholl Street, Perth, United Kingdom
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