Fife Historic Buildings Trust (FHBT) is a charity and company limited by guarantee, established in 1997, dedicated to creating viable futures for heritage buildings and their communities across Fife. With over 6,200 listed buildings and 48 conservation areas in the region, FHBT inspires and enables visionary conservation projects. The Trust has helped deliver over £40 million in historic environment regeneration projects, significantly supporting town centres, businesses, tourism, and local communities.
FHBT manages projects to conserve historic buildings at risk, ensuring they gain renewed practical purposes, long-term owners, and viable futures. Their work includes a small portfolio of historic properties managed as workspaces and holiday lets. An education and engagement programme fosters conservation practices and skills, helping communities appreciate their local heritage.
FHBT partners with Fife Council, acting as their heritage regeneration partner of choice, and collaborates with various funders including the National Lottery Heritage Fund and Historic Environment Scotland. The Trust operates with a dedicated team of staff and volunteers, supported by a Board of Trustees with diverse expertise. They are committed to Fair Work First criteria, including paying the Real Living Wage.
FHBT's projects aim to safeguard Fife's rich architectural heritage for future generations, adapting historic structures for community use and economic benefit.