Name: Historic Homes Retrofit Project – Launch Event with Dr. Wim JC Melis
Start: 2026-01-29T18:30:00+00:00
End: 2026-01-29T21:30:00+00:00
Location: The Vines Church

$Historic Homes Retrofit Project \u2013 Launch Event with Dr. Wim JC Melis$

Historic Homes Retrofit Project – Launch Event
- Thursday 29 January 2025
- 6:30pm – 9:30pm
- The Vines Church, Rochester ME1 1XN
About the Event
Join us for the launch of the Historic Homes Retrofit Project, a new Medway initiative designed to support owners of heritage properties in making their homes more energy efficient and resilient to climate change.
Our keynote speaker, Dr. Wim JC Melis, a leading expert in historic homes, building fabric, and sustainable renovation, will share practical insights on:
- Balancing traditional and modern materials.
- Tackling heat loss and managing extensions.
- Responsibilities within conservation areas.
- Energy and water solutions tailored for historic properties.
- Real-life case studies and actionable advice.
This event responds directly to homeowners’ concerns about retrofitting without compromising historic character, offering clear and accessible guidance.
Who Should Attend?
- Historic & heritage homeowners in Medway – including those new to Listed or period properties, seeking practical advice on care and improvement.
- Community members passionate about Medway’s built heritage, supporting the long-term protection, maintenance, and climate resilience of historic buildings for future generations.
What You’ll Gain:
- A digital Welcome Pack with resources and signposts to relevant support.
- Opportunities to network with fellow property owners.
- Access to ongoing guidance and expert-led advice.
Tickets & Contact
- Free to attend – booking essential.
- Book now via: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/livemusicevent/medway-historic-homeowners-retrofit-project/e-yzqrjx
For further information, please email: [email protected]
The Historic Homes Retrofit Project is made possible with The National Lottery Heritage Fund as part of the Medway Heritage Place programme. Thanks to National Lottery players, we have been able to offer these resources to the residents of Medway.