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15/04/2021
We're hiring! This is an exciting new role for someone looking to take the next step in their career and work closely with The Victorian Society’s new Director.
18/03/2021
We are pleased to announce our new Architectural Dynasties Series – a series of four online talks commencing 13th April.
11/03/2021
The Victorian Society is fighting to stop the partial demolition of the only known surviving example of Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s solo architectural design and perhaps the only building incorporating spiritualist ideas into bricks and mortar.
Camden Council have recently approved plans to demolish the low-rise 1930s Belgrove House, and replace it with a 5-part 10 storey building, harming the setting of the Grade I-listed St Pancras.
09/03/2021
To mark our lecture on John Francis Bentley, we are offering our book on Bentley for just £20! (Offer available for one week only.)
02/03/2021
Join us on April 28th for the virtual book launch of our publication 'AWN Pugin' by David Frazer Lewis!
08/02/2021
After the Mayor of London reopens his decision, the Victorian Society urges him to stop the tower being built, highlighting its environmental impact.
29/01/2021
Historic England describes Worcester’s Vesta Tilley House as a ‘building of very strong local interest’.
29/01/2021
The Leicester Group of the Victorian Society have succeeded in having the Former “Home for Penitent Females” Grade II-listed.
28/01/2021
The City of London’s Planning and Transportation Committee has given the green light to the 55 Gracechurch Street skyscraper, on the edge of the City’s high-rise cluster and adjacent to many listed and historic buildings.
26/01/2021
Museum curator Henrietta Lockhart explores the lives of ten women living at the turn of the 19th and 20th centuries. Mon, Feb 1, 2021 7PM, or watch at a time that suits you.
26/01/2021
The Victorian Society have succeeded in having the Former Union Bank of Manchester in Nelson, Lancashire Grade II-listed.
Chief Executive of the Friends of Highgate Cemetery Trust Ian Dungavell delves into the history of Highgate Cemetery. Tue, Jan 26, 2021 - 7PM - £5
07/01/2021
The Victorian Society is calling for Preston City Council to refuse plans to alter one of the finest examples of Greek Revival architecture in the country.
05/01/2021
High-rise development by Texan billionaire raises major concerns over the damage to Brixton’s historic environment.