Winner in the 2026 Civic Trust AABC Conservation Awards!

We’re delighted to share that Coughton Court ‘Through the Roof’ has been selected as one of just 10 successful national projects in the 2026 Civic Trust AABC Conservation Awards. The level of the project’s success will be revealed at the 67th Annual Civic Trust Awards Ceremony, which will be held on Friday 27th March.

The major conservation project was delivered in close collaboration with the National Trust, and focused on the repair and restoration of the roof and historic fabric of the Grade I-listed building. Critical findings in our 2016 Quinquennial Inspection, which identified extensive deterioration to the South Wing and Tower roofs, including failed leadwork, poor drainage, and moisture retention caused by modern materials highlighted the need for the works. We took a minimal-intervention approach which was rooted in repair rather than replacement.

As Conservation Architect and Lead Consultant, we worked with the National Trust to develop and deliver a significance-led scheme, using traditional craft skills and appropriate materials to ensure durability, honesty, and reversibility. Ecological considerations were also carefully considered with works programmed to protect bat roosts within the roof structure.

​This recognition is a fantastic achievement and a real testament to the dedication, expertise, and collaboration of the entire project team. Huge thanks to the National Trust, the project team, funders, and everyone who supported the project. We’re incredibly proud to see this important conservation work recognised at a national level and are very much looking forward to the awards ceremony in March.