New Year Courses and Workshops at the NSBRC
The mission at the Centre is to help you build a better home.
To kick-start your project plans in 2022, they are pleased to offer a wide range of workshops and courses (with both in-person and virtual options available), alongside the always-popular National Self Build & Renovation Show.
All NSBRC events are delivered by a range of knowledgeable industry experts, with content developed from years of experience in renovation and self build projects.
Read on to find out what’s happening at the NSBRC over the next few months…
Saturday 15th – Monday 17th January (9am – 5:30pm) Before you build your home, build your knowledge! This extensive in-depth and informative course will delve deeper into the challenging world of plot hunting to give you the expert advice and knowledge you need to find, and determine, the suitability of your ideal plot. The perfect course for anyone at the start of their self build journey! Watch the ‘Self Build Course’ trailer here £316 per person – 20% off with code NEWYEAR20 |
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| The National Self Build & Renovation Show Friday 28th – Sunday 30th January 2022 (9am – 5pm) A must attend event for anyone interested in starting, or already underway with, a homebuilding project.  With three days featuring an unrivalled line up of exhibitors and experts on hand to share their advice, this is an unmissable event for anyone thinking of self building or renovating their home. BOOK YOUR FREE TICKETS NOW |
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| The NSBRC Guide to: Finding Land & Appraising a Plot Friday 4th February (9am – 4pm) Land yourself the perfect plot! This extensive in-depth and informative masterclass will delve deeper into the challenging world of plot hunting to give you the expert advice and knowledge you need to find, and determine the suitability of your ideal plot. Packed with helpful tips from Potton’s Managing Director, Mark Stevenson, this course has the potential to save you a great deal of time, stress and money! Watch the ‘Finding Land Course’ trailer here This is a virtual course delivered via Zoom. £68 per device with code NEWYEAR20 BOOK NOW |
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| The NSBRC Guide to: Managing your Energy Efficient Home Tuesday 8th & 15th February (6pm – 8:30pm) Increase your knowledge, reduce your bills! Our Energy Efficiency Course is delivered by NSBRC Helpdesk Expert, David Hilton, who is an authority in sustainable building and energy efficiency, with extensive knowledge in building fabrics and heating systems. This course has been designed specifically for Self Builders and Home Renovators and explores the latest options in heat and energy sources (both renewable and conventional systems). Watch the ‘Energy Efficiency Course’ trailer here This is a virtual course delivered via Zoom. £68 per device with code NEWYEAR20 BOOK NOW |
| Eco Workshop: Design & Planning Saturday 19th February (10am – 4pm)  Lift the lid on eco issues with the NSBRC!Our experts will explain the options available to you and how your designs, lifestyle and specification choices could impact in your home’s energy performance. This workshop will offer a full timetable of seminars, question time sessions and educational tours showcasing the NSBRC’s live exhibits. FREE FIND OUT MORE |
| Ask an Architect Saturday 26th February The Royal Institute of British Architects (RIBA) is offering attendees a free personal consultation with an architect to discuss ideas for designing and building your own home or renovating or reconfiguring your existing home in a strictly no obligation 25 minute meeting. FREE FIND OUT MORE |  |
| The NSBRC Guide to: Project Management Saturday 26th February (9am – 5:30pm) This course is essential for anyone considering their first self build, home improvement, loft conversion or renovation project. Covering everything from budgeting, insurance and site management through to health & safety, snagging and VAT reclaim. Watch the ‘Project Management Course’ trailer here This will be held as an in-pesron event at the NSBRC. £132 per person with code NEWYEAR20 FIND OUT MORE  |
| The NSBRC Guide to: Managing Money 17th & 24th March (18:00 – 21:00) Your home building project is likely to be one of the largest single spends in your lifetime. This course will discuss how you can manage your finances, in a controlled and planned manner, keeping you on track and on budget. Watch the ‘Managing Money Course’ trailer here This is a virtual course delivered via Zoom. £68 per device with code NEWYEAR20 FIND OUT MORE |  |
| The Building Systems Workshop Friday 18th & Saturday 19th March (10am – 4pm)  One of the most important decisions you will make during your self build journey is which building system to use. The building system is the method used to construct the superstructure of the house. This is aimed at people at the early stages of a project, who have yet to decide what building method they are using. FIND OUT MORE |
