The Royal Astronomical Society (RAS) moved into Burlington House in 1874. Part of the extension to Burlington House, to provide accommodation for learned societies, the building was refurbished in 2007. The RAS is the oldest astronomical society in the world and has been encouraging and promoting the study of astronomy and geophysics since 1820.

Robert Richardson Banks and Charles Barry, 1874

Home to the oldest geological society in the world, founded in 1807. The Society has been based at Burlington House since 1874, and now has over 12,000 members worldwide.

Robert Richardson Banks and Charles Barry, 1873

Founded in 1866, John Lobb prides itself on upholding its exacting standards and unique levels of craftsmanship in the creation of hand-made shoes and boots for men. See the shop transformed from a beautiful Grade II listed building to it's modern look. Also a former residence of (Sir) Isaac Newton, 1696-1700, in which he lived for four years.

Join SAVE Britain's Heritage and Klaud Studio for a tour of Sprüth Magers gallery in Mayfair, a sensitively restored Grade II-listed townhouse by Sir Robert Taylor. Discover how its layered history was honoured and past damage repaired to create a refined, modern space for art, clients, and work.

Klaud (formerly ALA), 2018

A spectacular Grade I listed building designed by famed architect John Nash. Built in 1831, these former townhouses have undergone refurbishments throughout their history. The building is now home to the UK's national science academy.

John Nash, Decimus Burton, 1831

The Smallest Gallery in Soho is a historic shop-front which faces onto 62 Dean Street, in the heart of Soho. The aim of this creative space is to display artwork that captures people’s attention on their journey through Soho and encourage them to stop, think and be inspired. The art displays are only to be viewed from the street and can be seen at any time of the day for free.

, 1911

Architecture studio Klaud leads a tour of the Soho Photography Quarter and The Photographers’ Gallery’s refurbished ground floor, redesigned to connect with this new public space, which features a 45m ‘Artfrieze’ at the heart of a curated public art programme. They are joined by Clare Grafik, Head of Exhibitions at The Photographers’ Gallery, who will present this year’s public space commission.

Klaud (formerly ALA), 2021

Three centuries of Quakers in Westminster. Opened in 1883, with front doors added in the 1920s. It was bomb-damaged in 1941 and rebuilt in 1956. Grade II listed registered place of worship, it contains a peaceful meeting room and 1950s wood panelling and fittings.

W. W. Lee and J. A. Tregelles, 1883

A cleverly integrated mixture of architectural styles and periods, incorporating a late 1720s house (later home to Herbert Henry Asquith) and the purpose-built College of Nursing (1926). Access to main building via guided tour only.

Sir Edwin Cooper, 1922

HQ of professional and examining body for UK optometrists occupying two terraced houses, No. 41 (Flitcroft c1730 with later additions) and No. 42 (rebuilt by Tarmac plc, c1989 with rear extension over the former back yard) including Council Chamber, Georgian-style print room, modern meeting spaces, recording studio, academic library and refurbished museum.

Henry Flitcroft, 1730