Sometimes, what seems like a small local demolition tells a much larger story. The loss of Eastney Swimming Pool , a 1904 structure with deep community, historical and educational meaning, is one such case. When I learned that the pool was being torn down, despite its heritage significance and the passionate efforts of campaigners, students and architects to imagine new life for it, I felt compelled to respond. The situation raises bigger questions about how we treat the buil

We’re thrilled to share some delicious news — Sustainable Conservation Trust has secured funding for Sugar & Spice Portsmouth: Sugar & Spice, All Things Nice! , a joyful, community-led project turning our city into an edible work of art from the National Lottery Community Fund ! Starting this winter, we’ll be inviting schools, universities, artists, and community groups across Portsmouth to come together and reimagine our city — in gingerbread form . Using biscuits, icing,

Step into a sea of light, memory and hope. A Sea of Words for Portsmouth is a large-scale immersive installation by acclaimed Hong Kong...

On 18–19 August 2025 , the Sustainable Conservation Trust (SCT) proudly welcomed a group of students from the Bahamas as part of the...

Don’t Waste Buildings Comes to Portsmouth In September, we were proud to host the Don’t Waste Buildings team here in Portsmouth as part...

As part of this year’s Heritage Open Day celebrations, SCT brought Fort Brockhurst’s northern quarter to life with a captivating fusion...