A project that enlists volunteers to survey Grade II listed buildings is expanding to Derby, supported by a £207,000 grant from the National Lottery Heritage Fund.
Initially launched in Amber Valley by the Derbyshire Historic Buildings Trust (DHBT), the “Buildings at Risk” initiative uses the B@R app to document the condition of historic properties. Volunteers assess structures from public spaces, recording details such as roof and window conditions. The data will be shared with Derby City Council to support conservation efforts.
Since the pilot’s launch, 80 volunteers have surveyed 550 buildings, flagging at-risk properties. DHBT is now seeking more participants in Derby to help protect the city’s architectural heritage.
The expansion will be introduced at events on Wednesday at The Old Bell (15:00-17:00 BST) and Thursday at the University of Derby’s Enterprise Centre (18:30-20:30 BST).
