Business Details
Bespoke Memorials & Stone Products in Derbyshire
L Petts is a family-run business with over a century of experience in crafting bespoke memorials and stone products. Based in Middleton-by-Wirksworth, Derbyshire, we serve families, individuals, and businesses across the Midlands. Our expertise combines traditional hand-carving techniques with modern technology to deliver high-quality, durable memorials tailored to client needs. We specialise in cemetery memorials, house signs, gate post signs, and bespoke stonework using materials such as granite, slate, limestone, sandstone, and marble. Our commitment to safety and compliance ensures all memorials meet mechanical fixing standards, providing peace of mind to clients.We offer personal consultations, competitive pricing, and renovation services, including cleaning, repainting, and re-leading. Our teams dedication to craftsmanship and customer service reflects our long-standing family tradition. With projects spanning Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and further afield, we pride ourselves on creating timeless, meaningful memorials. Our association with the National Association of Memorial Masons underscores our adherence to industry excellence.
Services
Cemetery Memorials
Granite Memorials
Slate Memorials
Limestone Memorials
Marble Memorials
Sandstone Memorials
Renovation Services
House Signs
Gate Post Signs
Bespoke Sills
Highlights and features
- We offer a bespoke, personal service rooted in over 100 years of family tradition.
- Our memorials combine traditional hand-carving with modern technology for unique quality.
- We guarantee compliance with mechanical fixing standards for long-term safety.
- We serve Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and further afield with tailored solutions.
- Our renovation services restore existing memorials to their original condition.
Associations and certifications
- National Association of Memorial Masons (NAMM)
Services
Cemetery Memorials
We design and install bespoke cemetery memorials, including gravestones, full-length kerb sets, and cremation memorials. Our work combines traditional craftsmanship with modern materials to create lasting tributes. Clients can choose from book-type, heart-type, or childrens memorials, all tailored to personal preferences and budgets.
Renovation Services
Our renovation services include cleaning, repainting, re-leading, and re-setting existing memorials. We restore stonework to its original condition, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal. This service caters to clients seeking to preserve historical or sentimental memorials with professional care.
House Signs
We craft custom house signs using durable stone materials like granite and slate. These signs offer a timeless, elegant solution for property identification. Each sign is tailored to client specifications, combining functionality with artistic design for a unique exterior feature.
Gate Post Signs
Our gate post signs are hand-carved or machined to complement property entrances. Available in various materials, these signs provide a durable, aesthetically pleasing solution for marking boundaries. We ensure each design aligns with the clients style and the propertys architectural character.
Bespoke Sills
We create bespoke sills, lintels, and carvings tailored to architectural or decorative needs. Using materials like limestone and marble, we produce intricate designs for both functional and ornamental purposes. This service caters to clients seeking unique stonework solutions for residential or commercial spaces.
Questions
What types of memorials do you offer?
We provide cemetery memorials, including gravestones, full-length kerb sets, cremation memorials, book-type, heart-type, and children’s memorials, all customised to client preferences.
Do you offer renovation services for existing memorials?
Yes, we restore memorials through cleaning, repainting, re-leading, and re-setting to preserve their condition and appearance.
What materials do you use for your stonework?
We use granite, slate, limestone, sandstone, and marble, selected for durability and aesthetic appeal.
Are your memorials compliant with safety regulations?
All memorials are fixed using mechanical methods to meet current safety standards, ensuring stability during council inspections.
Which areas do you serve?
We operate across Derbyshire, Staffordshire, Cheshire, and further afield, offering tailored services to meet client needs.
