West Country Walling

Specialists in the finest, traditional dry stone walls and features

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About West Country Walling

A little bit of history

Company founders, Matthew Chapman and William Lawton both learnt their craft using Cotswold Limestone and have a vast portfolio of wall repairs and new builds concentrated in their local area in Wiltshire.  They have a combined experience of over 30 years.

They founded West Country Walling in 2014, having attained certification with the Dry Stone Walling Association of Great Britain.  As professional members of this association they are expected to adhere to the ‘code of practice’ which seeks to promote the best practice within the craft of dry stone walling.

Below is a time-lapse video of a dry stone moongate built in Wiltshire in December 2016.

Below is an interview by BBC Radio Wiltshire with Matthew Chapman about our work with a traditional craft.

Dry stone technique

“Gravity is stronger than mortar”

A dry stone wall is constructed from stones without mortar to bind them together.  The structural integrity arises from gravitational forces and the interlocking of the stones achieved by using the world’s most ancient building techniques.

A well-built dry stone wall will last for many lifetimes and will mature and gain strength over time as it settles in on itself.  Water drains harmlessly through it and the crooks and crannies become nature’s corridors, providing a valuable wildlife habitat for plants, animal and insects.

Dry stone walls characterise the British landscape and are an intergral part of the charm and beauty of our countryside.

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Just finished this repair in the rec next to my ho Just finished this repair in the rec next to my house. Was nice not to have any commute and to be able to work in a sectioned off area. Working on our own one at a time was unusual and actually a good thing. It took me back a few years when the work was simpler and slower. I felt more connected to this project than I have recently. Not that I don't enjoy all the work we do but it definitely had a different feel of a more personal achievement. It was also nice to be able to have a measure up now and then and know that I'm still up to speed 😎 we don't have much on now due to the present situation etc etc so am taking the well earned opportunity to sort some of my place out. Hope you are all well and if you are able to work look after yourselves. Much love from WCW! 😘xx #drystonewalling #walling #landscaping #building #ruralcrafts #artisan #drystone #stonemasonry #stonework #masonry #wiltshire #corsham #hometown #smileyface
Took delivery today of my new (old and restored) y Took delivery today of my new (old and restored) yorkshire pattern axe, purchased for future hedgelaying antics next season 🤩 it is a work of art and a thing of beauty! Bought back to life and hung on a hand carved ash handle, with a yew wedge, by @theaxeandedgetoolco a true traditional craftsman! 😍 chuffed to be the present custodian of this untill the next hands. Speaking of which it is very sharp and I hope not to lose any digits! 😬🤞🏻 #axe #traditionaltools #axejunkies #hedgelaying #dontchopyourfingersoff
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Accreditations

Dry Stone Walling Association £3m Public Liability Insurance

From Our Portfolio

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