Trade association of landscape contractors and suppliers. Encourages establishment of training groups in landscaping skills, provides facilities where necessary for mediation and promotes awareness of the industry's role in the environment. Organises an annual landscape award scheme.

BASA is Europe's only independent National trade body dedicated solely to the interests of the adhesives and sealants industry and we liaise with Government regarding legislation and keep Members abreast of UK, EU and International proposals and initiatives.

The National Trust works to preserve and protect the coastline, countryside and buildings of England, Wales and Northern Ireland. The National Trust is a charity and is completely independent of Government.

The NSC is an educational charity established in 1983 on a 50-acre former quarry site with the object of promoting a better public understanding of the quarrying and stone industry, both aggregate and dimensional sectors.

Aims to improve fireplace design, manufacture and installation and to maintain close liaison with allied trades. The Association's membership includes firms manufacture and retail fires and fireplaces of stone, marble, brick or slate.

Membership of manufacturers of terrazzo and marble tiles and precast terrazzo stair units. Also layers of terrazzo, mosaic, granite and marble and ceramic tiles. Associate members supply plant and materials used in these trades.

Founded 1897. Has the objective of promoting and safeguarding the skills and activities of its members who specialise in fine architectural carving, lettering and other work.

Historic Buildings & Places, previously known as the Ancient Monuments Society, works to sustain, defend and promote all aspects of the built historic environment, for the benefit of all. Founded in 1924, it is one of the National Amenity Societies and champions historic buildings and places of all ages and all types.

Aims to protect, sustain and improve access to the historic environment of Wales, including historic buildings, monuments and landascapes.

Intermediate Apprenticeship (Level 2) or Advanced Apprenticeship (Level 3) in Stonemasonry. Most candidates start on an Intermediate Apprenticeship and progress to the Advanced Level although the level may be determined by the role in the workplace and previous qualifications.