Old St Leonard’s Hall, Exeter - a heritage building exceeding future carbon targets

Doors will be open between 2pm and 5.30pm - please join us when you want.
• Free building tours every 30mins.
• Informal 30mins free “Tea with an Architect” sessions - free tea/coffee and cake.
• Advice on sensitive refurbishment of older buildings
• Ideas for improving energy efficiency without losing historic character
• Conversations about retrofit, reuse, sustainability and community heritage
• Exhibition of retrofit examples/ideas.

From craftsmanship to modern climate challenges, every historic building has a story — and every owner can become part of its next chapter.

Enjoy a cuppa and conversation in a historic setting while discussing:

• Insulating traditional buildings properly
• Repair versus replacement
• Heat pumps and listed buildings
• Draft proofing old halls and churches
• Sustainable materials and conservation methods
• Balancing heritage protection with modern comfort
• Funding and practical first steps for refurbishment

Ideal for: Owners of older homes, Community groups, Heritage volunteers, Architects and designers, Sustainability enthusiasts and Anyone curious about preserving local history

Timings

Saturday 19 September:

2.00pm - 5.30pm

Location & directions

Old St. Leonard's Hall - Studio, Roberts Road, Exeter, Devon, EX2 4HD

Directions:

Main Entrance to Hall is from Temple Road

Contact on day:

Katherine Leat

Telephone number:

+447931733836

Booking information

Pre-booking requirement:

Pre-booking preferred

Booking conditions:

Pre-booking preferred - tickets available at Eventbrite. We recommend early arrival for sign-up for 'tea with an architect' sessions. Please contact us prior if you have specific needs or timing requirements.

Booking contact name:

katherine leat

Booking website:

https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/old-st-leonards-hall-exeter-a-low-energy-heritage-building-tickets-1999666888493?utm_experiment=test_share_listing&aff=ebdsshios

Accessibility details

We have ramps available for ground floor access.

Additional information

Old St Leonard’s Hall is a shared community space and studio run by Citizen Architects. Rooted in the neighbourhood, it reflects their approach to every project: one grounded in care, openness, and a long-term commitment to people and place. Part of Old St Leonard’s Hall is also a family home. As part of Heritage Open Days, these usually private spaces will be opened to visitors through guided tours.

Max number of people:

30

Estimated duration:

0 hour(s) 30 minute(s)

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