Our Company was formed with the object of regulating the craft of stonemasonry so that standards could be properly maintained and rewarded. The earliest available records of regulation from the Court of Aldermen are dated 1356.

A registered charity dedicated to ensuring that no one is made ill or injured whilst at work. The BSC has become one of the world's leading health and safety organisations. Running hundreds of campaigns tirelessly to protect workers from accidents, hazards and unsafe conditions.

Amateur geological society who arrange illustrated talks on topical geological subjects.

The English Stone Forum's work in support of the production and use of English building stone covers promotion and publicity, research and professional and craft training.

The Geological Society of London has been awarding medals for significant achievement in the Earth sciences since 1831, when its Senior Medal, the Wollaston, was first awarded to William Smith. Now the Society grants a large range of awards, including medals and funds, every year. Visit the website to find out more about them and the wide variety of work carried out by the Society.

The Institute of Historic Building Conservation is a charity that is the key professional body for built and historic environment conservation specialists, representing, regulating and supporting conservation professionals with advice, training events, publications and advocacy.

Icon's membership embraces the full breadth of the conservation community, including heritage scientists as well as professional conservators working in all disciplines. Members can join a range of specialist networks including ‘stone and wall paintings’ and anyone with a passion for caring for objects, buildings and collections is welcome. Icon also operates the Conservation Register – a directory of accredited conservators.

The Tile Association is the trade association that represents manufacturers, suppliers and contractors in the wall and floor tile industry in the United Kingdom.

RIBA champions better buildings, communities and the environment through architecture and it's members. They provide the standards, training, support and recognition that put our members in the UK and overseas at the peak of their profession. With government, they work to improve the design quality of public buildings, new homes and new communities.

The Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) is one of the most respected and high profile global standards and membership organisations for professionals involved in land, property, construction and environmental issues.