Formed in 1967, the Hackney Society exists to involve and support local people in the conservation and regeneration of Hackney’s built environment and public spaces.
We are a membership organisation of Hackney residents and friends. An elected Board of Trustees, drawn from the membership, manages the work of the Society. The Society has no staff and is entirely run by volunteers.
The Hackney Society is:
An amenity society
A registered charity (number 1126736)
A company limited by guarantee registered in England (number 4574188)
The Hackney Society:
Promotes high standards of planning and architecture in Hackney
Gives a voice to local people in the future development of Hackney
Educates and fosters public interest in the history, architecture and character of the borough
Organises free public events including talks, guided walks, exhibitions and site visits
Produces publications which celebrate Hackney’s social, cultural and architectural history
Works to build links between residents, officials and councillors
Supports conservation work and comments on planning applications in the borough
Provides advice, training and technical support to local groups to help them improve their neighbourhoods
Works with residents and groups to develop community history and cultural heritage projects
Comments on planning applications in the borough to improve the quality of design
Supports the six Conservation Areas Advisory Committees made up of local people
Produces a quarterly newsletter, Spaces, to highlight the Society’s work and current issues
Has campaigned on issues including affordable homes and sustainability
Hackney has a uniquely rich and diverse cultural heritage:
Over 1,250 historic (or listed) buildings in the borough and more than 20 conservation areas
More than 32 important listed buildings, many in need of urgent repairs
Some of the most deprived areas in England alongside rapidly rising property prices
Development pressures increasing at an unprecedented rate
Becoming a Hackney Society member gives you:
An opportunity to help make Hackney a better place to live and work
A copy of Spaces, our quarterly newsletter, delivered to your door
Discounts on most Hackney Society publications and many events
A chance to guide and shape the work of the organisation
For further details and to join see our membership page.
