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ALTERNATIVE / RENEWABLE ENERGY
Solar, wind and other energy alternatives are on the Environment & Wildlife page.
ANTIQUE DEALERS & RESTORERS
ARCHITECTS & ARCHITECTURE

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ARCHITECTURAL SALVAGE

Salvo [Northumberland]
Salvo gives information about where to buy and sell antique and reclaimed materials for buildings and gardens, and runs a theft alert service for items stolen.
Contact: Hazel Matravers, Ford Village, Northumberland.
Ph. +44 (0)1890 820333 | Fax +44 (0)1890 820499
e-mail | Visit Salvo website or the Theft-alert website

BARBEQUE & CHARCOAL SUPPLIERS

Craven Charcoal [N. Yorks.]
We manufacture and supply high quality barbecue charcoal, available in 2, 5 and 10kg. bags. Also graded and dried oak chips for food smoking. Local delivery and mail order.
Contact: Chris Weston, Cappleside House, Rathmell, Settle, North Yorkshire. BD24 0LJ
Ph. +44 (0)1729 840378 | Fax +44 (0)1729 840103 |
e-mail | Visit our website

BUILDERS & CONTRACTORS

Clydesdale Timber Products Ltd. [Derbyshire]
Established manufactures of quality stables, buildings for equestrian, domestic and agricultural purposes, combining sturdy construction and attractive appearance with the confidence of a seven year warranty.
Contact: Janette Mitchell, Shedyard Farm, Laneside Road, New Mills, High Peak, Derbyshire. SK22 4QN
Ph. +44 (0)1663746784 | Fax +44 (0)1663747203 |
e-mail | Visit our website

Good Company [Somerset]
A builder that cares about buildings; specialising in renovation and restoration. We offer a 'no suprises' quotation system. Free estimates from the company that takes the bill out of building.
Contact: Mike Edwards, 6 Larchfield, BA11 2UG
Ph. +44 (0)1373 471672 | e-mail

Andrew James Architectural & Construction Services Ltd. [Essex]
We offer a comprehensive "Start to Finish" service for any of your Design & Build needs, including extensions, conversons, new builds and Listed buildings.
Contact: Roz Whalley, 22 St Vincent Road, Clacton on Sea, Essex. CO15 1NA
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1255 423508 | e-mail | Visit our website

R&B Building Contractors [Cotswolds]
Offering a service from renovations and extentions to new build. Previous work can be viewed upon request. A personal, reliable and professional job guaranteed
Contact: Perry Bowden. Ph. 01451 810949 | Fax 01608 676045

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CHARTERED SURVEYORS

Simon Pott & Company [Suffolk]
An independent firm of Chartered Surveyors specialising in land agency, agriculture and property search in Suffolk and further afield. We have exceptional contacts throughout Suffolk.
Contact: Simon Pott, The Estate Office, Ounce House, Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk. IP33 1HP
Ph. +44 (0)1284 763521 | Fax +44 (0)1284 768315 | e-mail | Visit our website

CHINA & POTTERY

The China Detectives [Dorset]
We are the UK's fastest growing china matching/replacement service. If your dinner or tea service is discontinued and you wish to replace pieces or add to it, WE CAN HELP.
Contact: Mike Eley, Suite E5, The Romany Centre, Wareham Road, Holton Heath, Poole, Dorset. BH16 6JL
Ph. +44 (0)1202 620466 | e-mail | Visit our website

COUNTRY STORES

SCATS Countrystores [Hampshire]
Our
22 Countrystores stock a wide range practical and competitively priced products to meet the needs of the rural community, that cover animal health, equestrian feeds and equipment, pet feed, garden supplies and machinery, agricultural products and equipment, fencing, DIY/tools and country clothing.
Contact: Allan Cummings, SCATS Countrystores Plc, Canister House, 27 Jewry St., Winchester. SO23 8RY
Ph. +44 (0)1962 875200 | Fax +44 (0)1962 841760 | e-mail | Visit our website

DRY STONE WALLING

Dry Stone Walling Association
A charitable organisation committed to the preservation of dry stone walls and the training of people in the craft of dry stone walling.
Contact: Mrs Jacqui Simkins, DSWA Box, YFC Centre, National Agricultural Centre, Stoneleigh Park, Warwickshire. CV8 2LG
Ph. +44 (0)121 378 0493 |
e-mail | Visit our website

Tirlin Pin Dykers [Central Scotland]
Dry stone walling is an ancient craft using natural stone to build field boundaries without cement. The experience is physically and mentally challenging.
Contact: Norman Haddow
e-mail | Visit our website

ESTATE AGENTS & SERVICES
There are also a number of professional Home & Property Searchers listed below.

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EQUIPMENT & HARDWARE SUPPLIERS

Axminster Power Tool Centre [Devon]
Axminster offers a range of over 21,000 products from their free 500 page catalogue, including hand tools, adhesives & finishes, power tools, machinery and woodturning.
Contact: Alan Styles, Chard Street, Axminster, Devon. EX13 5DZ
Ph. +44 (0)1297 33656 | Fax +44 (0)1297 35242 |
e-mail | Visit our website

FARM MANAGEMENT

NewLandOwner Management Services Limited [Derbyshire]
NewLandOwner, provide a unique service, making the knowledge gained from the experience of a lifetime of working the land, available to less experienced land owners.
Contact: Rob Jeffery, Aston House Farm, Sudbury, Ashbourne. DE6 5AG
Ph. +44 (0)1283 585410 | Fax +44 (0)1283 585735 | e-mail | Visit our website

FURNITURE & CHAIRS

The Four Poster Bed Company [Herefordshire]
We make traditional, quality, bespoke oak furniture, in a variety of sustainable hardwoods at realistic prices. Although we make all furniture we specialise in four poster beds.
Contact: Stephen Edwards, Widgeon Hill, Hamnish, Leominster. HR6 OQN
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1568 760622 |
e-mail | Visit our website

Scapa Crafts [Orkney]
The product made at Scapa Crafts is that most unique of all Orkney crafts - 'The Orkney Chair' - a traditional handcrafted chair with strawback. Variety of styles available.
Contact: Mr Jackie Miller, 12 Scapa Court, Kirkwall, Orkney. KW15 1BJ
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1856 872517 | e-mail | Visit our website

Robert H Towers - Orkney Chairmaker [Orkney]
Unique item of furniture - The Straw Backed Orkney Chair. Available in Pine or Walnut with or without hood and/or drawer.
Contact: Robert H Towers, Rosegarth House, St Ola, Kirkwall, Orkney. KW15 1SE
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1856 87 3521 | e-mail | Visit our website

GARDEN FURNITURE, ORNAMENTS & PLANTERS
GATES

Nick Clemmit [Joinery] Contracts [N.Yorks.]
A small, family run, rural company specialising in traditional handmade timber gates for the farmer, landowner and houseowner.
Contact: Nick Clemmit, Ghyll Crest, Over Silton, Thirsk. YO7 2JL.
Ph. +44 (0)1609 883636 | Fax +44 (0)1609 883111 |
e-mail | Visit our website

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HOME & PROPERTY SEARCHERS

August Country Properties [Nationwide]
Rural property search. We only find country properties and are, to the best of our knowledge, the only rural specialist homesearch company covering the whole of the UK.
Contact: Linda Robertson
Ph. +44 (0)1451 850099 | Fax +44 (0)1451 850066 |
e-mail | Visit our website

Cotswold Home Search [Gloucestershire]
Whether you are planning to purchase or rent, our service will provide invaluable assistance in finding a new home in the Cotswolds.
Contact: Jill Roddan. 5 Bobble Court, Little Rissington, Cheltenham. GL54 2ND.
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1451 821094 | e-mail | Visit our website

Executive Relocation Ltd. [London, Kent, Surrey & Sussex]
We provide a professional homesearch service for private and corporate clients seeking to rent or purchase in London, Kent, Surrey or Sussex.
Contact: John Francis F.R.I.C.S.
Ph. +44 (0)1825 712525 | Fax +44 (0)1825 712650 |
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Compass Relocation Ltd. [Nationwide]
Finding homes and country houses in all directions throughout the UK. Take the stress out of your move by letting us do the work.
Contact: Anne-Mary Paterson, Director, 19A Ruisaurie, Beauly, Inverness-shire. IV4 7AJ
Ph. +44 (0)1463 783242 | e-mail | Visit our website

PK Select Suffolk Services [Suffolk]
'Your Eyes & Ears in Suffolk'. A range of services to assist people seeking all types of property in Suffolk and it's borders. Main home/buy-to-let/holiday home etc.
Contact: Pete Krolik
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1473 716730 | e-mail | Visit our website

HOUSE SIGNS

Country Ways Carved Oak House Signs [Devon]
Each sign is individually made. The letters are carved into the wood and then they are painted. The whole sign is then varnished or oiled to give a sign that with occasional care should last a lifetime.
Contact: Kate Price, Little Knowle Farm, High Bickington, Umberleigh. EX37 9BJ
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1769 560503 |
e-mail | Visit our website

IRON WORK

C.J.Blacksmiths [Shropshire]
Traditional Blacksmiths using Original Techniques to produce a wide range of Forged products including gates, railings and weather vanes. We strive to encapsulate the true feeling of original and ironwork; including Restorations and New Commissions.
Contact: Mr Chris Pickard, The Smithy, Preston Brockhurst, Shrewsbury, Shropshire. SY4 5QA
Ph. +44 (0)1939 220357 | Fax: by arrangement |
e-mail | Visit our website

The Real Wrought Iron Company / Chris Topp & Co [Yorks.]
The sole world supplier of genuine wrought iron for use in historic restoration and high quality bespoke ironwork.
Contact: Steve Suff, Carlton Husthwaite, Thirsk. YO7 2BJ
Ph. +44 (0)1845 501415 | Fax +44 (0)1845 501072 | e-mail | Visit our website

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LANDSCAPE GARDENERS

Aspen Landscaping [Aberdeenshire]
Comprehensive landscape design and construction service - domestic, commercial and industrial. Conservation projects and woodland management. Covering North East and North Scotland.
Contact: Mike Clark, West Balearn, Mintlaw, Peterhead. AB42 4JG
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1346 532617 |
e-mail | Visit our website

The Landscape Company [Kent]
The Landscape Company is dedicated to offering quality garden landscape and maintenance services across South of England. We also offer franchise opportunities.
Contact: Judy Behl, The Plant Centre, Brogdale Road, Faversham, Kent. ME13 8XZ
Ph. +44 0800 7833428 | Fax +44 (0)1795 591059 | e-mail | Visit our website

PAINTING & DECORATING SERVICES

Ashes Decorating
Keep your country residence in superb decorative order with our professional workmanship.
Contact: Ian & Alison Mason. New Hutton, Nr. Kendal.
Ph. 01539 731833 | Fax 01539 731833 |
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Earlswood Decoration [Oxon.]
Earlswood is a vastly expanding company with work from all walks of life. From new build to estate agents, banks & building societies to famous sports personalties. Main contractors for Bradford & Bingly Group, Gilt Edge Homes.
Contact: Marc Thompson, 31 Woodfield Drive, Charlbury, Oxfordshire. OX7 3SE
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1608 810186 | Mob. 07885 656556 | e-mail | Visit our website

PLANT & FARM MACHINERY

AAD Hire [Lincs.]
Hire of tractors and many other types of farm machinery nationwide. TOP quality and sensible prices. Worldwide sales of ex-hire machinery and new Franzino Precision Onion and Garlic planters.
Contact: Andrew Deptford, The Barns, Swaton, Sleaford, Lincs. NG34 0JP
Ph. +44 (0)1529 421000 | Fax +44 (0)1529 421111 |
e-mail | Visit our website

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PROPERTY LETTING

Acacia Property Management Ltd. [Cambs.]
A personal and professional letting and managent service for residential properties covering Cambridgeshire and Suffolk.
Contact: Martin Milner, 11Green Park, Brinkley. CB8 0SQ
Ph. +44 (0)1638 508158 |
e-mail | Visit our website

Cavendish [Kent]
Cavendish is a Residential Lettings & Property Management Company set in the heart of Sevenoaks. Cottages to Country homes in and around the Sevenoaks area.
Contact: Cavendish, 2 The Shambles, Sevenoaks. TN13 1LJ
Ph. +44 (0)1732 464498 | Fax +44 (0)1732 465436 | e-mail

P & J Phillips Ltd. t/a Castle Estates [Ches.]
We provide a full and personal service to both Landlord and Tenants. Including providing a "Tenants Rights" pack.
Contact: John Phillips - Managing Director, 16 Wren Close, Offerton, Stockport. SK2 5JZ
Ph./Fax +44 (0)161-419-9141 | e-mail | Visit our website

Perpurse Partners Property
Residential property management agency with a broad property base. Landlords pay a flat fee; no hidden extras. For further information email, snail-mail, phone or fax.
Contact: Philippa Street, 30 The High Street, Hinton Charterhouse, Bath. BA3 6AN
Ph. +44 (0)1225 722821 | Fax +44 (0)1225 722866 | e-mail

REMOVALS & STORAGE

House Removals [Nationwide]
House Removals - movers of cars, pianos, antiques, furniture... throughout the UK. Free phone 0800 980 5866 and free quotation online.
Contact: Ph. +44 0800 980 5866 |
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ROOFING CONTRACTORS

Mike Edwards Roofing [Somerset]
All types of roofing work undertaken including lead work, guttering, timber preservation and treatment (insurance backed guarantee). Also PVCu facias and seamless aluminium guttering. Free estimates.
Contact: Mike Edwards, 6 Larchfield, BA11 2UG
Ph. +44 (0)1373 471672 |
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SUNDIAL MAKERS
THATCHING

Devon and Cornwall Master Thatchers Association
An Association of Master Thatchers dedicated to maintaining standards of materials and workmanship covering Devon and Cornwall
Contact: Edwina Wakley - Hon. Sec., Higher Whatley, Otterford, Chard, Somerset. TA20 3QL
Ph./Fax +44 (0)1460 234477 | e-mail

INTHATCH [Somerset]
Inthatch supplies the materials necessary for thatched roofs throughout the British Isles and Worldwide - providing a personal service by help and advice where appropriate.
Contact: George or Edwina Wakley, Higher Whatley, Otterford, Chard, Somerset. TA20 3QL
Ph. +44 (0)1460 234477 or 234446 | Fax. (0)1460 234477 / 234127 | e-mail | Visit our website

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