The team at West Country Tiling have been manufacturing their own sand cast lead for 14 years for all projects requiring a poundage of lead greater than Code 5. This labour-intensive and highly specialised production method gives a first-class lead sheet that is malleable and corrosion resistant. The sand cast […]
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Roofing services – South West of England
The team of master craftsmen at West Country Tiling are experienced roofers who provide historical and traditional roofing services throughout the South West of England. The team has over 30 years of experience working on many private residencies, churches, schools, hotels and historical buildings. The team have collaborated closely with […]
Read MoreSt Lawrence Church, Alton
History of St Lawrence Church The Anglican church of St Lawrence in the village of Alton, Hampshire is a Grade I listed building. This notable church was built on the site of the 1651 English Civil War “Battle of Alton”. However, the Anglo-Saxon settlement of Alton dates from around AD […]
Read MoreKing Edward’s School, Bath
In 2020 we completed the re-roof of Nethersole House for King Edward’s School in Bath. This was a fantastic project which we all thoroughly enjoyed. Lots of intricate slating and leadwork all carried out with our own sand-cast lead. The re-roofing of Kind Edward’s School is a typical example of […]
Read MoreSupplier Case Study – Dreadnought
History Dreadnought Clay Roof Tiles have been manufactured on the same site in Brierley Hill since 1805 with a passion passed on through generations of continuous family management. This passion is focused on creating the finest traditional plain clay roof tiles that are both aesthetically pleasing and extremely durable. […]
Read MoreSupplier Case Study – Spicer Tiles
History Spicer Tiles is a small family business based in Kent, they started making handmade clay tiles in 1987 when demand was high due to the damage caused by the Great Storm. The product range grew from just fittings, to peg tiles, and now a range of plain tiles and […]
Read MoreCotswold Stone Slate Weathering
In 2007 West Country Tiling worked on the roof of the Grade II* listed St John the Baptist Church in Foxham, in conjunction with Andrew Townsend Architects. The photos below shows the Cotswold stone slate weathering over time. History The church was built in 1878-81 by Gothic revival architect William […]
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West Country Tiling company began trading in 1969 under the stewardship of Derek Pitt. His son Toby has been managing operations since 1990. As a result of our extensive experience we’ve determined what our strengths and weaknesses are. Our greatest strength lies in the quality of craftsmen that we employ. […]
Read MoreRoof Restoration Work – Blenheim Palace
Blenheim Palace is a world-class visitor attraction in Oxfordshire known as the birthplace of Winston Churchill. It is also used as an events, wedding and banqueting venue, as well as a unique filming location. Restoration and Conservation This magnificent 300-year-old palace is in constant need of attention. Blenheim Palace is […]
Read MoreGrade ll* Listed Building
The work carried out on a Grade II* listed building in Beaconsfield concentrated on improving the thermal performance of this historic building. In order to achieve this the West Country Tiling team stripped the existing roof coverings and leadwork, and installed warm roof insulation from Natural Building Technologies. We also re-slated […]
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