Old St Leonard’s Hall, Exeter - a low energy heritage building

Discover how historic buildings can become part of a low-carbon future - including tours and advice on sustainable refurbishment. Drop in sessions - the doors are open between 2pm and 5.30pm so join us whenever suits you. • Free building tours - evey half hour • Free tea/coffee and cake - to keep you sustained on your heritage tours! • Informal 30mins free “Tea with an Architect” sessions - sign up on arrival • 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 heritage 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 Places are limited, so please book your free ticket in advance. Come and have a look around, ask questions and join the conversation about how we can give old buildings a useful and sustainable future. We look forward to welcoming you to Old St Leonard’s Hall. Ideal for: Owners of older homes, Community groups, Heritage volunteers, Architects and designers, Sustainability enthusiasts and Anyone curious about preserving local history The event is free to attend, but donations are warmly welcomed. All donations will go towards supporting the development of the CoLab Women's Centre in Exeter, helping to create opportunities, support services, and positive outcomes for women in the local community.