Conservation & Heritage
Preserving the past takes more than technical skill — it takes respect, care, and a deep understanding of context. At Baily Garner, we work with sensitivity and precision to conserve and enhance the UK’s most valued heritage and conservation sites.
We approach each project with a fundamental belief: the spaces of yesterday can serve the needs of tomorrow.
Our dedicated conservation and heritage team works closely with clients, local authorities, and advisory bodies, including English Heritage, to protect the historic character of every building we touch.
From listed buildings and conservation areas to cultural landmarks and heritage estates, we bring a collaborative, multidisciplinary approach. Our specialists combine traditional knowledge with advanced techniques such as thermal modelling, ensuring thoughtful interventions that improve energy performance while retaining heritage integrity.
Whether you’re restoring a single asset or managing an estate-wide programme, we align conservation with modern requirements — working within budgetary constraints, resolving regulatory challenges, and delivering sustainable solutions that honour the past and safeguard the future.
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See how we’re helping conserve the character of historic buildings and heritage sites across the UK.
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Freemasons Hall Tower
Freemasons’ Hall Tower, London Borough of Camden
Baily Garner preserved the historic Freemasons’ Hall Tower using cutting-edge ICCP technology, retaining 97% of its original stonework while keeping the Grade II* listed building fully operational.
FAQs
We’ve answered some of the most common queries we receive from our clients to help you plan with clarity.
Contact usOur team has extensive experience delivering complex refurbishment and conservation projects across all Grades of listed buildings. We’re adept at working within regulatory frameworks while delivering modern outcomes that align with our clients’ goals.
We use advanced modelling tools to assess performance without compromising character. From insulation materials to window refurbishments, we make strategic, sensitive enhancements to reduce heat loss and improve comfort.
Yes, we have strong relationships with local planning and conservation officers, and regularly liaise with organisations like English Heritage to ensure our proposals meet statutory guidance and are contextually appropriate.
Our heritage work is built on a foundation of respect. We bring together architects, surveyors, engineers, and conservation specialists who understand that preserving history is not just about aesthetics.
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Why Baily Garner
Our team is the reason clients trust us with their most sensitive buildings. From building surveyors and conservation specialists to energy consultants and planners, we build bespoke teams to support every stage of a project — from feasibility to handover.
This diversity of skill, backed by a shared commitment to quality, ensures our clients always receive grounded, expert advice delivered with clarity and care.
Our use of digital tools enables us to analyse, plan, and deliver with precision. But technology never replaces experience — it enhances it.
We apply innovation with consideration, using the right tools for the task to reduce risk, streamline communication, and preserve the integrity of heritage sites.
Sustainable heritage is about more than longevity, it’s about relevance. We help clients upgrade heritage buildings to meet today’s performance standards while preserving their cultural and historical value.
Our approach to sustainable conservation means lower energy bills, longer life cycles, and better occupant experience — all achieved with respect for the building’s form and function.
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Great outcomes start with strong partnerships shaped by trust, driven by insight, and powered by shared ambition. Whether you’re creating places, strengthening communities or setting new standards, we’re here to help you make it real. Let’s build something exceptional — together.
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From initial brief to final delivery, we bring creativity and technical excellence to every stage. Our integrated teams work closely with you to deliver spaces that are innovative, efficient, and built to last.
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