As well as researching bioreceptivity and biodeterioration I also have an interest in conservation (and restoration) of heritage metals and have been involved in work with the heritage motorsports field for around 6 years now.

I was very excited to get to attend a CPD course on the conservation of architectural metals last weekend with Birmingham City University. On the first day of the course they had arranged a visit to Barr & Grosvenor Limited, a Wolverhampton based family run foundry who carry out a lot of heritage work. The second day was hosted by The Black Country Living Museum which provided a plethora of examples and also provided a hands on blacksmithing experience for the delegates.

I also took the opportunity to visit the award winning Victorian fountain in Dudley marketplace on the Friday evening, well worth a visit and a some nice examples of bioreceptivity towards the top.