Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Demolition & Environmental Services UK
Thompsons of Prudhoe, established in 1948, is a family-owned specialist demolition and environmental services company operating nationwide. With over 75 years of industry experience, we provide comprehensive solutions including industrial dismantling, asbestos removal, earthworks, contaminated land remediation, and quarrying operations. Our commitment to quality, health, safety, and environmental excellence is evidenced by our ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, and 50001 accreditations.As long-standing members of the National Federation of Demolition Contractors and the Asbestos Removal Contractors Association, we combine technical expertise with a dedicated workforce of 330 employees. Our investment in advanced equipment and staff training ensures we deliver complex projects safely and sustainably, serving construction, agriculture, and energy sectors across the UK.
Services
Demolition Services
Asbestos Removal
Earthworks
Quarrying
Site Clearance
Industrial Dismantling
Contaminated Land Remediation
Aggregate Supply
Onshore Decommissioning
Waste Management
Details
- Year established: 1948
Highlights and features
- 75+ years of specialist demolition experience
- ISO-certified quality, health, and safety management systems
- Comprehensive turnkey site preparation solutions
- 97%+ material recycling rate for sustainability
- Award-winning decommissioning expertise for hazardous sites
Associations and certifications
- ISO 9001
- ISO 14001
- ISO 45001
- ISO 50001
- National Federation of Demolition Contractors (NFDC)
- Asbestos Removal Contractors Association (ARCA)
What people say
Award-winning safety standards
Excellent recycling rates
Professional asbestos removal
Reliable earthworks expertise
Long-established reputation
Services
Demolition Services
Thompsons of Prudhoe provides comprehensive demolition services for industrial, commercial, and residential structures. Our experienced team delivers safe, cost-effective solutions from small-scale clearances to complex multi-million-pound projects. We maintain ISO-certified safety standards while offering turnkey project management from initial survey to site handover.
Asbestos Removal
As licensed asbestos removal contractors, we safely manage all asbestos-containing materials. Our HSE-certified team follows strict protocols for surveying, containment, removal, and disposal. We provide full documentation and reoccupation certification for commercial and industrial clients across the UK.
Earthworks
Our earthworks division handles bulk excavation, cut-and-fill operations, and site preparation projects. With modern GPS-controlled equipment and a 90+ HGV fleet, we deliver engineered building platforms and environmental compliance solutions for infrastructure and construction developments nationwide.
Industrial Dismantling
We specialise in dismantling high-hazard industrial facilities including petrochemical plants and gas holders. Our COMAH-compliant processes ensure safe decommissioning of complex sites, supported by specialist equipment and ISO-certified quality management systems.
Quarrying
Operating six quarries across northern England, we supply crushed rock, sand, gravel, and agricultural lime. Our integrated haulage fleet delivers construction materials while offering back-load recycling services to reduce transport emissions and project costs.
Questions
What types of demolition projects do you handle?
We manage industrial, commercial, and residential demolition projects of all scales, including high-hazard sites like petrochemical plants and nuclear facilities.
Are you licensed for asbestos removal?
Yes, we hold a full asbestos removal licence from the Health & Safety Executive and are long-standing ARCA members.
How do you ensure environmental compliance?
Our ISO 14001-certified systems and 97%+ recycling rate demonstrate our commitment to sustainable practices and regulatory compliance.
Can you handle contaminated land remediation?
Yes, our team specialises in contaminated land remediation including hydrocarbon, chemical, and asbestos contamination.
Do you operate outside the North East?
While based in Northumberland, we operate nationally with projects across the UK and strategic partnerships in key locations.