Funded plastering courses to support construction skills

2026 Upskilling Trades Bursary Programme 

 

The Heritage Skills Bursary has been created to support tradespeople in developing and expanding their heritage skills. We understand that investing in training can be costly, particularly for individuals and small businesses, and recent changes to CITB funding have reduced the training support available across the industry. This bursary aims to help bridge that gap by providing financial assistance towards specialist heritage training, helping to build and sustain a skilled workforce for the future.

 

If successful, you will receive a £120 discount on one of the courses listed below:

 

Available course dates:

• Clay Plastering - 23rd - 24th July 2026

• Lime Plastering PART 1 - 7th - 8th Sept 2026

• Lime Plastering PART 2 - 23rd - 24th Nov 2026

 

Places are awarded on a first come first served basis. Once the funding pot has been used up, the bursary programme will close.

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​Can I apply for more than one bursary?

No. To ensure we help as many people as possible only one bursary will be awarded per person.

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Am I guaranteed to get a bursary if I meet the criteria?

Our bursary pot is limited and bursary's will be awarded on a first come first served basis. The programme will be closed and the application form removed from this page once the funds have been awarded. We therefore recommend completing and sending your application form promptly.

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How do I apply?

Download and complete the form below. Send it to info@carringtonlime.co.uk. We will aim to get back to you within 5 working days.

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2025 Homeowners Bursary Programme APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

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Renovating a property can be an expensive process and it is often difficult to produce realistic budgets at the start of a project. For some this can mean that compromises on finish and material choice have to be made. We don't want homeowners to compromise on whether to use lime or not so are launching a small bursary programme to help those in most need of support. We want to empower homeowners to take on projects themselves and ultimately help them get over the finish line. 

 

If successful, you will receive a 25% discount on one of the courses listed below:

 

Lime Plastering Part 1:

• September 23rd – 24th

• October 21st – 22nd

• November 3rd – 4th

 

All applications need to be by the 1st July. Successful applicants will be notified by the 14th July.

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2025 Black and Ethnically Diverse Bursary Programme APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

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The UK Heritage Construction Industry does not currently reflect the diverse make up of the country. During 2024/2025 we are using our bursary programme to make a positive change in the industry.

 

This bursary application is specially for Black and ethnically diverse groups who are currently under represented in the construction industry. Whether you are a tradesperson looking to upskill, someone looking to start a career in construction or a homeowner with a project, we want to empower you to pick up a trowel and have a go.

 

If eligible, you will receive a 25% discount on any course taken before the end of August 2025. Please note that we are unable to apply the discount to courses already booked.

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Applications are now closed for this programme.

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2025 Women in Construction Bursary Programme - APPLICATIONS NOW CLOSED

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We want to empower women to pick up a trowel, tackle their own DIY projects and to consider a career in the construction industry.

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If you are a woman who is looking to start a career in construction or you are taking on a restoration project, you could be eligible for our Women in Construction bursary. If eligible, you will be receive a 15% discount on any course taken before the end of 2024.

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Applications are now closed for this bursary programme.

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carringtonLIME Professional Bursary

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Practical learning can elevate your understanding of lime and add value to the professional advice you offer your clients.

We offer all Professionals (Architects, Architectural Technologist, Building Surveyors, and Conservation Officers) a 20% discount on our practical courses (excludes Professional Heritage Plastering Programme and Accredited Courses).

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To receive your discount, email Kate at info@carringtonlime.co.uk

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