Heritage Works Symposium – Transformational Towns

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This one-day symposium will explore how heritage, culture, and placemaking can play a transformative role in the regeneration of historic townscapes in Wales. As towns across the country face social, economic, and environmental challenges, there is growing recognition that their unique historic character and cultural assets can be central to sustainable renewal.

Hosted in the historic surroundings of St Peter’s Civic Hall in Carmarthen, this symposium brings together local authorities, building preservation trusts, and community stakeholders to explore bold, practical, and collaborative approaches to revitalising heritage assets.

Through thought-provoking talks, interactive sessions, and real-world case studies, we’ll examine how traditional buildings and historic townscapes can drive economic renewal, strengthen local identity, and create sustainable, thriving places.

What to expect:

• Innovative strategies and case studies for repurposing heritage buildings
• Insightful sector updates, including the latest policy shifts and legislative changes impacting heritage regeneration projects and the custodians of heritage assets
• Inspiring stories of successful heritage-led transformation across Wales and beyond
• Practical guidance on partnership building, and community-driven action
• Opportunities to network and connect with sector specialists, local leaders, and heritage champions

Running order for the day:

• 9:30am – Arrivals, Refreshments, and informal networking
• 10:00am - Morning Session 1 – Topics TBC
• 11:15am – Break, Refreshments, and informal networking
• 11:30: Morning Session 2 – Topics TBC
• 12:45pm - Lunch & Networking
• 1:45pm - Tours and Site Visits around Carmarthen
• 4:30pm - Event concludes

Join us in Carmarthen to spark ideas, share expertise, and shape a resilient, vibrant future for our towns and cities.

Code of conduct

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Discounted tickets

Network, Partner and Supporter members can book for a heavily discounted fee. You should have received an email with a code to access the discounted tickets. Click the red 'Get tickets' button and enter your code in the box that says, 'Promo Code'. The discounted ticket options will be revealed.

Tickets are £60 for members and £95 for non-members

If you did not get the 'promo code' or if the entry price is a barrier to entry please email [email protected]

If you would like to join the Heritage Network and receive discounted ticket prices alongside an array of other membership benefits, please go online to find out more information. Annual membership starts from just £75 for individuals, £125 for not-for-profit organisations, £360 inc VAT for businesses and £300 for local authorities. Heritage Network is the UK's umbrella organisation for not-for-profit organisations, authorities and businesses that are rescuing, restoring and managing historic buildings and places.

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