SPAB

SPAB is the Society for the Protection of Ancient Buildings. From their website, "Founded by William Morris in 1877, the SPAB was established in response to the work of Victorian architects whose enthusiasm for harmful restoration caused irreparable damage. Today the SPAB encourages excellence in new design to enrich and complement the built historic environment. We train new generations of architectural professionals and building craftspeople to shape this landscape with sensitivity and skill, and we play a statutory role as adviser to local planning authorities. In our casework we campaign actively to protect old buildings at risk.".

SPAB has a very active Mills Section dedicated to supporting owners of wind and water mills with architectural and engineering advice and craft skills. SPAB is also an official body consulted by Council planners when a mill vicinity development application is received.

SPAB Mills Section awarded High Salvington Windmill an award for the restoration - see SPAB Award.