What is a Scheduled Monument and How Does it Affect My Development?
There are nearly 20,000 scheduled monuments in the UK, but what are they and what does it mean in terms of the planning process?
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Sophie Pearson
- Aug 14
- 5 min
Tips for Owning a Listed Building
Looking for ways to better care for your listed property? Here are some essential tips for owning a listed building.
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Sophie Pearson
- Jul 10
- 5 min
Pitching it Right: The Historic Development and Modernisation of Football Stadiums in the UK
As excitement builds for the final of the UEFA European Football Championship, take a look at the history of football stadiums in the UK.
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Ailsa Bailey
- Jun 19
- 4 min
'Clarkson's Clause': New Permitted Development Rights for Agricultural Buildings
On the 21st of May 2024, the government launched new permitted development rights for the owners of agricultural buildings.
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Ailsa Bailey
- Jun 5
- 5 min
Archaeological Earthwork Surveys
Any kind of earthwork can be subject to detailed surveys. Learn more in this week's blog, exploring earthworks and their significance.
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Ailsa Bailey
- May 22
- 3 min
Work Experience at Blue Willow Heritage
Learn about Megan's experience during her placement module as part of the renowned 'Cultural Heritage Management' MA programme at York Uni.
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Ailsa Bailey
- Apr 24
- 4 min
Outbuildings and Heritage Issues
Although outbuildings are often assumed to be small structures with relatively low heritage significance, this is a misinterpretation.
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Ailsa Bailey
- Apr 10
- 6 min
What is a Grade II* Listed Building?
Many people wonder what the difference is between a Grade II and a Grade II* listed building.
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Tiffany Snowden
- Jan 17
- 4 min
Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: Why a Good Design Team is Crucial to Your Project
Let's take a look at the part each member of the design team - from architects to ecologists - plays when it comes to your project.
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Sophie Pearson
- Jan 3
- 5 min
Glitz, Glamour and Good Lick of Paint: The Conservation of Blackpool Tower
Blackpool Tower stands as an iconic landmark on the Fylde coastline, as a symbol of architectural marvel within the region.
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Ailsa Bailey
- Oct 31, 2023
- 5 min
Halloween in Whitby: Some Famous Folk Tales
Heritage sites have inspired a rich variety of stories – both in historic times and in the present day. Let's explore Whitby's spooky sites!
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Sophie Pearson
- Oct 4, 2023
- 4 min
What is Heritage Significance?
If you own a listed building, then your property has inherent significance. But what exactly is heritage significance & why does it matter?
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Tiffany Snowden
- Aug 11, 2023
- 4 min
Britain's Wonkiest Pub: The Crooked House
As investigations continue into the circumstances surrounding the incident at The Crooked House, we take a look into the heritage issues.
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Ailsa Bailey
- Jul 26, 2023
- 3 min
Structure from Motion: How Archaeologists Create 3D Models
Structure from motion (SFM) is a photogrammetric technique which uses two-dimensional images to reconstruct three-dimensional structures...
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Sophie Pearson
- Jul 21, 2023
- 4 min
Life in Plastic? Not so Fantastic! The Debate Surrounding Timber vs uPVC Windows
In honour of the release of the new Barbie movie, we caught up with one of our most esteemed clients, Barbara Millicent Roberts to...
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Tiffany Snowden
- Jul 12, 2023
- 4 min
Snatching Victory from the Jaws of Defeat: The Art of Appeals and How To Win Them
All about the appeals process and how professional support by heritage consultants can streamline the journey towards a successful outcome.
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Sophie Pearson
- Jun 28, 2023
- 3 min
Building a Better Future: The Merging of 8 Local Councils to Form North Yorkshire Council
The merging of local councils to form the North Yorkshire Council represents a bold step towards a more cohesive government model.
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Sophie Pearson
- Jun 14, 2023
- 3 min
Blue Willow Heritage Welcomes Sophie Pearson
Welcome to the Team, Sophie! Sophie is a professional heritage consultant with experience working on, and providing advice for, a diverse...
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Ailsa Bailey
- May 30, 2023
- 2 min
Blue Willow Heritage Welcomes Ailsa Bailey
Ailsa is an early careers heritage consultant who has joined the team, after taking part in Blue Willow's graduate mentorship scheme.
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Tiffany Snowden
- May 3, 2023
- 3 min
Westminster Abbey: A Royal Church Fit for a King
Westminster Abbey is not only a place of historical significance, but it is also a beautiful and inspiring building.
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