News Round Up #3

A fortnightly look at headlines from the world of adaptive reuse. SUBSCRIBE for a monthly newsletter to you inbox.

1. UK News

• Heritage and Social Infrastructure

  • A compelling report by the Joseph Rowntree Report summarising the power (and need) for social and community infrastructure within a place - a massive opportunity for ReWoven places to play a role in my opinion.

• Heritage Role in Welsh jobs, Economy and Communities

  • A report highlighting that the historic environment in Wales supports nearly 18,000 jobs and contributes more than £738million to the nation’s economy every year.

• Repurposing Historic Buildings for Homes

  • A report by PJ Livesey that explores the role that historic buildings can play in meeting the UK’s housing needs while conserving the nation’s built heritage.

  • Slightly older report produced in 2025 but worth a read if you haven’t seen it highlighting the opportunity to create over 670,000 new homes by repurposing heritage buildings and assets.

• Funding for Green Infrastructure

  • A page dedicated to UK funding opportunities for projects with a green infrastructure and nature element hosted by the Green Infrastructure Partnership.

• Proactive Prep for Funding and Investment

  • A great article by Diane Cunningham of the Assembly Line with tips on being on the front foot ahead of re-use funding and investment opportunities landing - proactivity pays dividends.

• Scotland’s Abandoned Buildings

  • Article by The Ferret highlighting the challenges presented by derelict buildings across Scotland the need for a more proactive approach.

• Ladywell Playtower Design Finalists

  • Public views are being sought on four concept proposals for reuse of the Grade II-listed Ladywell Playtower.

2. Global News

• Helen Hamlyn Award - Funding Opportunity

  • The inaugural Helen Hamlyn Award will grant £25,000 to an International National Trusts (INTO) member in support of a project that will breathe new life into a heritage space. Expressions of interest to be submitted via this page with a deadline of 6th November

• Global Threats to Heritage Report

  • World Monuments Fund (WMF) today released its latest insights and analysis in a report identifying funding shortages, the intensifying impact of climate change, and a loss of specialized skills as key global threats to heritage.

3. Additions to the Inspiration Map

• From Boxing Gloves to Care Gloves

  • The former tannery Baily’s Building in Glastonbury, which made gloves for world famous boxer Muhammad Ali in its heyday, has welcomed its first workers in nearly 50 years.

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