Business Details
We have been operating on the Isle of Wight since 1990, providing specialist masonry services for over three decades. Our founders, David Hailstone and David Crouch, hold City & Guilds qualifications and have earned recognised craft awards. We employ traditional techniques, using natural lime mortars and handcarved stone to ensure authentic restoration. Our team includes experienced fixer masons such as Danny Newbery and Andy Jacobs, who have been with us for many years. We have successfully completed projects for English Heritage, the National Trust and the Isle of Wight Council. We restore historic churches, houses and war memorials, preserving the Islands architectural heritage.
We design and fabricate bespoke memorials, plaques and ornamental stonework to client specifications. We undertake both minor cleaning and major structural repairs, always adhering to professional building standards. We maintain a handson approach, with the two founders actively involved in every site. We prioritise client satisfaction by delivering durable, aesthetically accurate stonework on schedule. We continuously train our staff to uphold the highest levels of craftsmanship and safety.
We design and fabricate bespoke memorials, plaques and ornamental stonework to client specifications. We undertake both minor cleaning and major structural repairs, always adhering to professional building standards. We maintain a handson approach, with the two founders actively involved in every site. We prioritise client satisfaction by delivering durable, aesthetically accurate stonework on schedule. We continuously train our staff to uphold the highest levels of craftsmanship and safety.
Highlights and features
- We have over 30 years of specialist masonry experience.
- Our founders hold City & Guilds stonemasonry qualifications.
- We have restored sites for English Heritage and National Trust.
- We use traditional techniques and natural lime for repairs.
- Our team includes dedicated handson master masons.
Services
Monumental Masonry
We create new memorials and stone monuments for families, organisations and municipalities. Our skilled masons craft durable pieces using traditional methods and natural lime, ensuring longevity and aesthetic integrity. Clients receive a timeless tribute that honours their heritage and withstands the Islands climate.
Monumental Restoration
We restore damaged historic memorials and monuments for churches, cemeteries and public sites. Using periodappropriate stone and limebased mortars, we repair cracks, replace weathered carvings and renew inscriptions. The result is a faithful revival that preserves cultural memory while meeting modern durability standards.
Architectural Masonry
We provide bespoke stonework for new builds, extensions and heritage faades across the Isle of Wight. Our team integrates carving, lintels and decorative elements, adhering to building regulations and historic aesthetics. Property owners benefit from superior craftsmanship that enhances structural integrity and visual appeal.
Bespoke Memorials
We design and carve custom memorials, plaques and ornamental stone pieces to client specifications. Whether for private families or public commemorations, we translate personal narratives into lasting stone art using traditional carving tools. Clients obtain unique, highquality monuments that reflect individual stories and endure for generations.
Stone Carving
We specialise in carving lettering, house names and decorative motifs for historic and contemporary projects. Our craftsmen employ hand tools and natural lime mortars to achieve precise, weatherresistant results. Property owners receive authentic, legible stone inscriptions that enhance character and comply with heritage guidelines.
