Winter Proof Your Thatched Roof

Winter Proof Your Thatched Roof

A thatched roof is a beautiful addition to any country home, especially across Wiltshire, Hampshire, Berkshire and Dorset. We here at Steven Hewlett Thatchers Limited know the significance of a well-maintained thatch, especially in the winter months. A well-kept...
What is a Master Thatcher?

What is a Master Thatcher?

What Makes a Master Thatcher? Just as is the case with most similar heritage craft professions the designation of “Master Thatcher” is not an official title bestowed by any official body, or attained with qualifications. Thatchers need to have proper training, usually...
When to Replace a Thatched Roof

When to Replace a Thatched Roof

A new thatched roof installed by a Master Thatcher today will probably outlive him – and the owners of the house that the thatch sits atop. Thatch is renowned for its longevity, which is one reason why this eco-friendly form of roof covering is still around centuries...