Stamford Civic Society


	Stamford Civic Society



	PRESERVING THE PAST INFORMING THE FUTURE

‘as fine a built town all of stone as may be seen’
Celia Fiennes

Stamford is an outstanding stone town built on the Jurassic rock outcrop stretching from Dorset to Yorkshire with fine examples of period architecture, ranging from remnants of medieval monasteries to fine 18th century town houses.

Stamford Civic Society was formed by a small group of dedicated enthusiasts in the early 1960s who set about defending the town's heritage and actively fighting for its preservation and improvement.

In 1967 Stamford was made the first urban conservation area. A major book by the Royal Commission on Historical Monuments entitled ‘The Town of Stamford’ followed, detailing the long architectural history of the town and confirming the vitality of its unique built environment.

To celebrate this 40th anniversary, the Society has produced a booklet celebrating the town. You can read it and download it here.

You can support our work and participate in our social events and other activities by joining the Society.