Business Details
36 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Expert Thatching Services in the Cotswolds
Established in 1990, we are a specialist thatched roof company serving the Cotswolds and surrounding regions. With over three decades of hands-on experience, our team delivers quality re-thatching, emergency repairs, and ridge replacements using traditional renewable materials. Trusted by institutions like the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, we combine heritage craftsmanship with modern sustainability practices.Our focus on one project at a time ensures meticulous attention to detail, serving both private property owners and historic buildings. We actively support industry training and environmental initiatives through material recycling.
Services
Emergency Roof Repairs
Replacement Ridges
Insurance Work
Design & Build
Historic Buildings
Re-Thatching
Roof Repairs
Details
- Year established: 1990
Highlights and features
- 30+ years of specialist thatching experience since 1990
- Emergency repair service for urgent roof leaks
- Use of renewable English thatching materials
- Trained apprentices supporting industry sustainability
- Official thatchers for Shakespeare Birthplace Trust properties
Services
Emergency Roof Repairs
We provide rapid response to thatched roof leaks and storm damage. Our experienced team stabilises roofs promptly using traditional techniques. Available for immediate call-outs across our service areas.
Replacement Ridges
Professional ridge replacement every 12-15 years maintains roof waterproofing. We use premium materials to extend roof lifespan while preserving aesthetic integrity.
Insurance Work
Specialist repairs for insurance-covered damage. We handle all documentation and liaise directly with providers. Work meets heritage standards for listed properties.
Design & Build
Custom thatched porches and summerhouses designed to complement existing architecture. Full project management from planning to completion by master craftsmen.
Historic Buildings
Preservation of traditional thatching on protected structures. Official contractors for Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, maintaining historical accuracy with authentic materials and methods.
People
Dan Quartermain
Master Thatcher
Apprenticed since 1985, established own business in 1990. Specialises in heritage thatching, trained apprentices, and worked on nationally significant properties like Anne Hathaway's Cottage.
Questions
What areas do you cover for thatching services?
We operate across the Cotswolds, Oxfordshire, Gloucestershire, Worcestershire, and Warwickshire. Emergency services available throughout these regions.
How often should thatched ridges be replaced?
Thatched ridges require renewal every 12-15 years to maintain waterproofing. We use traditional materials for authentic, durable replacements.
Can you handle insurance-related thatch repairs?
Yes, we manage all insurance work including documentation. Our team meets required standards for heritage properties and modern homes alike.
Do you work on historic properties?
We are official thatchers for the Shakespeare Birthplace Trust, including Anne Hathaway's Cottage. Specialising in preserving traditional techniques for listed buildings.
What materials do you use for thatching?
We use traditional English combed wheat and reed. Materials are sourced sustainably, with waste recycled as animal bedding to support environmental responsibility.
