Based in the New Forest where I served my apprenticeship, I have been thatching for 26 years. 

I have a small team of experienced craftsmen. We are members of the National Society Of Master Thatchers and have carried out work across the country.  Recently we were comissioned to work on Channel 4's "Grand Designs"and on Sky's "Grand Designs Trade Secrets" where we were able to demonstate our experience of design, technique and skill.

Following this, I have since appeared on "The New Paul O'Grady Show" on Channel 4, doing a thatching demonstration with Paul O'Grady and Davina McCall.  It was great fun, and both Paul and Davina enjoyed their attempts at thatching!  The mini thatched cottage built for the show was then donated to Dorset Fire and Rescue Service for training.

This website, "thatched houses.com", will show you some of our work, but please feel free to contact me for advice or guidance on all aspects of thatching....new build, listed buildings, roof design, materials, fire prevention, etc.