Master Thatcher, Lyndhurst SO40 & SO43
Steven Hewlett and his brothers are fourth-generation master thatchersCall Steve today on 01980 611 880 or 07790 020 917
Member of the National Society of Master Thatchers
Lyndhurst Thatch Renovation & Repairs
The charming village of Lyndhurst nestles in the heart of the New Forest National Park in Hampshire. Its charm comes from the ancient forest and heathland, sprinkled with semi-wild ponies, that surrounds it and the many quaint listed buildings – many of them with thatched roofs – that abound along its streets and in the surrounding countryside.
Lyndhurst is a haven of thatched roofs – even the historic local pub, The Waterloo Arms, is under thatch, and one of the most picturesque local landmarks is a row of thatched cottages on the road leading to the nearby hamlet of Emery Down.
Thatch needs care and maintenance, and very often some sympathetic renovation or refurbishment, and in Lyndhurst it falls largely to our skilled band of brothers, led by Master Thatcher Steven Hewlett, to keep the local Lyndhurst thatch in fine fettle.
We come from a long line of thatchers – four generations in fact – so there’s not much we don’t know about the traditions, tools and materials that are associated with thatching in Lyndhurst and the surrounding area.
Traditional Thatching in Lyndhurst SO40 & SO43
Although thatched roofs in Lyndhurst are relatively rare nowadays, they are still conserved and sought after by discerning residents for their whimsical and romantic country look.
It’s not just aesthetics that draw people to live under thatch in Lyndhurst. This type of roofing is also a great insulator, keeping the building comfortable and watertight all year round.
It’s also an environmentally friendly roofing option. We use water reed or, more commonly, combed wheat, for thatching in Lyndhurst, which is a durable and sustainable material.
Besides keeping traditional thatched roofs in Lyndhurst in good repair, we are also experts at treating thatch with fire retardants and installing barriers, like fireboard and membranes, to prevent roofs from catching fire.
We can also repair and take measures to prevent damage to thatch from insects, vermin and birds.
Professional Thatchers in Lyndhurst SO40 & SO43
As Master Thatchers we are delighted to be working at preserving the architectural heritage of Lyndhurst and the New Forest. We have a thorough knowledge of the traditional local detailing and features of the area, like the decorative patterning of the spars and liggers and the block-cut styles used to trim the roof ridges, eaves and window surrounds.
Our thatching work in Lyndhurst is our passion, and we’re renowned across our area of operation for being reliable, tidy workers who are professional, friendly and courteous.
We work not just in Lyndhurst, but are also thatch contractors for a wide area across Dorset, Somerset, Wiltshire, Hampshire (including Winchester, the New Forest, Romsey, Fordingbridge, Stockbridge and Marlborough). We offer a specialised thatching services including thatching repairs and commercial thatching.
For thatch problems in Lyndhurst call us today on 01980 611 880 or 07790 020917. Alternatively, leave us a message on our contact us form and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.
