Maison Dieu Shortlisted for Civic Trust and AABC Conservation Award

Haverstock is delighted to announce that the Maison Dieu is a Regional Finalist for both a Civic Trust and the AABC Conservation Award 2026 and will now be considered for National Awards with the winners announced January 2026.

After 14 years of dedicated investigation, repair, and conservation, the revitalised Maison Dieu opened permanently to the public for the first time in its 800-year history this May.

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A spliced before/after image of the connaught hall. On the left, the before shows the desolate room before redecoration and repainting of Burgess’ original design across the ceiling and arches.

Our work to rescue this Grade II* listed Scheduled Monument from significant disrepair combined a rigorous conservation strategy with an improved internal layout and the creation of a fully accessible entrance. These enhancements reconnect the buildingwith Dover’s High Street and support its new roles as a community venue and a

Landmark Trust holiday let.

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A close up-detail of the repainted decoration, with motifs painted in burgundy, orange, beige and gold.
View of the Maison Dieu from the street. Facing the flint facade with repointed brickwork and stone ornamentation
The new accessible high-street entrance that leads into the foyer. The receptionist’s desk is framed by neutral wooden panelling.

The reawakening of the Maison Dieu has revived an overlooked landmark, renewed civic pride, and secured a vibrant and sustainable future for this important historic building.

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A detail of the new entrance at Maison Dieu, the metal framing around the door is engraved with a Burgess inspired pattern.

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