FREE! Learn about and get hands-on experience in the Use of Lime Mortar in the Repair & Maintenance of Traditional Buildings

The first stage of any good retrofit project is maintaining the building, so it's wind and water tight. This workshop will work on the walls of the Byre to help protect them against the elements.

This hands-on session is part of the Byre Community Building Retrofit project, funded by the Scottish Government's Just Transition Fund for Community and Social Enterprise. Priority will be given to local residents of Tillydrone, Seaton and Woodside. However other Aberdeen residents interested in building conservation and retrofit are welcome to register is spaces are available.

Taught by a conservation specialist, participants will learn how Lime Mortar is used in the Repair and Maintenance of traditional buildings, and help repair the Old Byre to create a warm, dry space for the wonderful Earth & Worms Community Garden!

Whether you are a regular volunteer at Earth & Worms or would like to find out more about this project and about traditional building maintenance skills and techniques, this event is for you.

Tools, materials, protective equipment and refreshements will be provided, but please bring sturdy footwear and your own lunch.

The workshop is free but a £20 donation to Earth & Worms is recommended where affordable.

Description supplied by the event organiser.