# Event Details - **Event Name**: NSBRC Guide to Self Build Projects - 6th - 8th November 2026 - **Event Start and End Date**: Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 am – Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 05:30 pm (+00:00) - **Event Description**: Before you build your home, build your knowledge!About this EventWe’re delighted to offer a 3 day course for those contemplating a self build project.This course is a three day event covering 11 topics in total, this informal workshop makes use of the superb practical exhibits available in the Centre to provide attendees with a level of knowledge which guarantees their projects will go more smoothly.Day 1 (Presented by Lucy Nylander (CLPM) and guest presenter Tom McSherry (Buildstore)Budgeting & FinanceThis first session is dedicated to methods of raising finance and the importance of setting a budget and controlling costs throughout the project.Finding & Evaluating LandFinding a building plot is never easy, but there are ways and means to find that elusive dream plot.Design & SpecificationThis session will look at how to get the best design for your dream home.Building Systems & Construction MethodsWe’ll take you on a comprehensive tour of the build process, covering everything from clearing and setting up your site, laying the foundations and options for building the superstructure and roof.Day 2Planning Permission & Permitted DevelopmentOur Planning expert will explain the intricacies of the planning process and how you can optimise your chances of getting approval for your dream home.Building RegulationsWe’ll explain about building control procedures and the importance of building regulations.Trades, Contracts & TenderingWe’ll discuss the best way to find tradesmen, the trades you’ll be hiring, when you’ll need them and what they do.Project Management & Site Set UpStarting with the basic principles of managing the people involved in your build, through to budgets, basic contracting techniques, buying materials and site management.Day 3Eco FundamentalsOur eco expert Rob Bohm, shows you how to lessen the impact your project could have on the environment; he looks at the incentives available and drivers for using various eco technologies, comparative fuel costs and helps you understand how to calculate the payback terms. He’ll also consider the latest legislative requirements of Passivhaus, SAP ratings, and other potential incentives.Eco Design, Planning & ManagementWe will look at the different elements of the building to make sure they are designed, specified and installed to maximise their potential.Internal Services:Our eco expert Rob, will discuss the usage of current eco-tech options in your new home. https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events9/banners/0cea85a0-f0d2-11f0-bb50-63c7d2db19a9-rimg-w925-h740-dcc2c2c0-gmir.jpg - **Event URL**: https://allevents.in/swindon/nsbrc-guide-to-self-build-projects-6th-8th-november-2026/100001469607538709 - **Event Categories**: workshops - **Interested Audience**: - total_interested_count: 0 ## Ticket Details - **Ticket URL**: https://consumer.pxf.io/c/1339408/3151484/39691?partnerpropertyid=1191892&MediaPartnerPropertyId=1191892&svlink=14105511&level=1&u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.eventbrite.com%2Fe%2Fnsbrc-guide-to-self-build-projects-6th-8th-november-2026-tickets-1469607538709 - **Ticket Price Range**: min: 395, max: 395, currency: GBP ## Event venue details - **city**: Swindon - **state**: EN - **country**: United Kingdom - **location**: The National Self Build & Renovation Centre - **lat**: 51.5485544 - **long**: -1.8533959 - **full address**: The National Self Build & Renovation Centre, Lydiard Fields, Swindon, United Kingdom ## Event Organizer details - **affiliate_id**: 10 - **organizer**: The National Self Build & Renovation Centre (https://allevents.in/org/the-national-self-build-and-renovation-centre/22547600) ## Event gallery - **Alt text**: banner - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/26852128eb16667390c772534443dce9d0e0087bdb4c7faae94363d8d7d857ac-rimg-w1200-h800-dc2e2a1f-gmir.jpg?v=1768344543 - **Alt text**: thumbnail - **Image URL**: https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/36bdb0b32d5b7ffef7bc4f3bc76d7cf257dc02dea34bb2a6cd674706e1930857-rimg-w400-h400-dc2d2a1f-gmir.jpg?v=1768344543 ## FAQs - **Q**: When is the event happening? - **A:** Fri, 06 Nov, 2026 at 09:00 am (+00:00) - **Q**: Where is the event happening? - **A:** The National Self Build & Renovation Centre, Lydiard Fields, Swindon, United Kingdom - **Q**: What is the ticket price? - **A:** starting from 395 up to 395 GBP - **Q**: Who is organizing the event? - **A:** The National Self Build & Renovation Centre - **Q**: What type of event is this? - **A:** workshops - **Q**: Where can I find ticket details about NSBRC Guide to Self Build Projects - 6th - 8th November 2026 ? - **A:** You can find ticket details about this event on AllEvents. ## Structured Data (JSON-LD) ```json [ { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Event", "name": "NSBRC Guide to Self Build Projects - 6th - 8th November 2026", "image": "https://cdn-az.allevents.in/events7/banners/26852128eb16667390c772534443dce9d0e0087bdb4c7faae94363d8d7d857ac-rimg-w1200-h800-dc2e2a1f-gmir.jpg?v=1768344543", "startDate": "2026-11-06T09:00:00+00:00", "endDate": "2026-11-06T17:30:00+00:00", "url": "https://allevents.in/swindon/nsbrc-guide-to-self-build-projects-6th-8th-november-2026/100001469607538709", "eventStatus": "https://schema.org/EventScheduled", "location": { "@type": "Place", "name": "The National Self Build & Renovation Centre", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "streetAddress": "Lydiard Fields", "postalCode": "SN5 8UB", "addressLocality": "Swindon", "addressRegion": "EN", "addressCountry": "GB" }, "geo": { "@type": "GeoCoordinates", "latitude": "51.5485544", "longitude": "-1.8533959" } }, "eventAttendanceMode": "https://schema.org/OfflineEventAttendanceMode", "description": "Before you build your home, build your knowledge!", "offers": [ { "@type": "AggregateOffer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-13", "availabilityEnds": "2026-11-06T17:30:00+00:00", "validFrom": "2026-01-13", "lowPrice": "395.00", "highPrice": "395.00", "price": "395.00", "url": "https://allevents.in/swindon/nsbrc-guide-to-self-build-projects-6th-8th-november-2026/100001469607538709" }, { "@type": "Offer", "availability": "https://schema.org/InStock", "priceCurrency": "GBP", "availabilityStarts": "2026-01-13", "availabilityEnds": "", "validFrom": "2026-01-13", "url": "https://allevents.in/swindon/nsbrc-guide-to-self-build-projects-6th-8th-november-2026/100001469607538709", "price": "395.00", "name": "Self Build Course - Ticket" } ], "organizer": [ { "@type": "Organization", "name": "The National Self Build & Renovation Centre", "url": "https://allevents.in/org/the-national-self-build-and-renovation-centre/22547600", "description": "The National Self Build & Renovation Centre (NSBRC) is run by The Homebuilding Centre Limited, an employee-owned business formed in 2014.The NSBRC has gone from strength to strength since the team of employee-owners took responsibility for this unique resource. 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