Seaside Heritage Network, Historic Buildings & Places, and Heritage Network: Valuing Seaside Heritage Symposium

Date: 26 June 2026, 10:00am – 4:30pm

Where: In-person, Saltdean Lido, Saltdean Park Road, Saltdean, Brighton, East Sussex, BN2 8SP.

Bookings are open for the Valuing Seaside Heritage Symposium, taking place on 26 June 2026 at Saltdean Lido. Join Seaside Heritage Network, Historic Buildings & Places, and Heritage Network for a day of talks, case studies and discussion exploring the value of seaside heritage — from cultural significance to economic impact and future funding pathways. Connect with heritage professionals and be part of the conversation shaping the future of seaside heritage.

Learn more: https://hbap.org.uk/valuing-seaside-heritage-symposium/

The Valuing Seaside Heritage Symposium is jointly organised by Seaside Heritage Network, Historic Buildings & Places, and Heritage Network.

Bringing together heritage professionals, policymakers, practitioners, academics and coastal stakeholders, the day will examine how seaside heritage contributes to regeneration, tourism, identity and long-term sustainability.

Event Highlights

• Keynote Speech from The Lord Bassam of Brighton
• The seaside in an international and world heritage context
• Economic and tourism value of coastal heritage
• Insight into the current funding landscape
• “Adding Value” panel discussion
• Evidence sessions from projects including Saltdean, Ramsgate, Cleethorpes and Weston-super-Mare
• Networking throughout the day
• Optional swim at Saltdean Lido
• Chips and Chat Networking on the beach (sponsored by Heritage Network, supported by Historic England)

From defining seaside heritage and considering its global significance, to exploring funding routes and practical case studies, the symposium offers evidence-led insight and cross-sector discussion in a unique seaside setting.

Tickets

General Admission Ticket: £38

For Further information and booking please follow the link: https://hbap.org.uk/valuing-seaside-heritage-symposium/

BOOKINGS WILL CLOSE ON 1 JUNE 2026.