Award win for apprentice, Archie Smart!
We are absolutely delighted that Archie Smart has won the ‘Outstanding Apprentice of the Year’ award at the BristolLive & BathLive Apprenticeship Awards 2022 on Tuesday 17th May.
Mental Health Awareness Week
Construction group Stonewood is tackling the outdated macho image of building sites and encouraging its staff to talk about problems that could cause stress and anxiety. During Mental Health Awareness Week, a series of site visits, seminars and ‘Tool Box Talks’ have aimed to let workers know that they can open up about things that are worrying them and there will be someone to listen.
Q&A with Jamie Priest
After 28 years in the construction industry Stonewood Builders Managing Director Jamie Priest has the experience and judgement needed to navigate a way around all the obstacles the job can throw at him – but the lure of equestrianism almost had him clearing completely different types of hurdles for a living.
Harry Meade at Badminton Horse Trials
Stonewood ambassador Harry Meade is about to embark on his 12th Badminton International Horse Trials, the toughest challenge in the equestrian calendar which combines the discipline of the dressage, the daring of the cross country and the nerve-jangling precision of show jumping across four days of intense competition.
Ross Batty Hangs Up His Boots for Life on Site
At the end of the 2020/21 season, former Bath Rugby Hooker, Ross Batty hung up his boots and prepared for life after rugby on one of our sites. We took CEO Matt Aitkenhead down to Salisbury to have a catch-up and discuss how he is adjusting to life on site.
Wear a Hat Day and Walk of Hope
On 25.03.22 and 26.03.22, we raised money for Brain Tumour Research through ‘Wear a Hat Day’ and ‘Walk of Hope. Both of the events were a huge success as we raised over £1,700 for Brain Tumour Research.
International Women’s Day and Women in Construction Week
Today marks International Women’s Day 2022 sitting in the middle of Women in Construction Week (6-12 March) which strives to encourage the next generation of women to enter construction, when discrimination and a lack of equality remain prominent industry challenges.
David Powell Joins As Non-Exec Director
Vastly experienced property law expert David Powell says he has joined Stonewood Group as a non-executive director to help the fast-growing construction company on to the next stage of its development.
National Apprentice Week 2022
Construction Group Stonewood Is Marking National Apprenticeships Week This Week By Celebrating The Contribution Its Young Craftsmen Are Making To Its Growth And Encouraging Others To Follow Their Path.
Stonewood Group make Finals of 2022 Bath Life Awards
We are delighted to announce our sponsorship with Orlando Bailey, Fly Half at the Bath Rugby Academy.
Stonewood sponsor Orlando Bailey
We are delighted to announce our sponsorship with Orlando Bailey, Fly Half at the Bath Rugby Academy.
Contractor Takes On Historic St Margarets Project
A NEW building contractor has been called in to complete the conversion of historic school buildings in the centre of Exeter into luxury apartments.
Double win for Stonewood at Bath Property Awards
Stonewood Builders won two of the biggest prizes at the prestigious Bath Property Awards. The 49-year-old family firm was crowned Developer of the Year for its meticulous conversion of workshops and warehouses dating back 250 years into work units at The Tannery in Holt, Wiltshire.
Award Win Takes Stonewood To Next Level
The restoration of a medieval hall house once owned by Henry V’s standard bearer at Agincourt has won Stonewood Builders the title of Britain’s Master Builder of the Year at this years FMB Awards.
Stonewood sets up Oxford base as part of rapid expansion
Fast-growing building contractor Stonewood Builders has moved into a new base in Kidlington as it seeks to grow its business into Oxfordshire.
Stonewood cycling event smashes fundraising target
Cyclists of all abilities from the Stonewood Group and its investors, suppliers, clients and other partners will be riding up to 100 miles around north Wiltshire and the Cotswolds on Thursday (September 9) in aid of Wiltshire Air Ambulance and Brain Tumour Research.
Medieval hall restoration earns Stonewood Builders – National Master Builder of The Year 2021 title
The restoration of a medieval hall house once owned by Henry V’s standard bearer at Agincourt has won Stonewood Builders the title of Britain’s Master Builder of the Year at this years FMB Awards.
Stonewood Builders are proud to have two Rising Star nominations at the Bath Property Awards 2021
Stonewood Builders are proud to announce their two Rising Star nominations for the 2021 Bath Property Awards.
Stonewood staff in training for 100-mile cycle challenge to raise £10,000 for charity
Cyclists of all abilities from the Stonewood Group and its investors, suppliers, clients and other partners will be riding up to 100 miles around north Wiltshire and the Cotswolds on Thursday (September 9) in aid of Wiltshire Air Ambulance and Brain Tumour Research.
Family builder working hard to minimise delays after supply issues hit construction industry
Stonewood Group is working with suppliers and customers to tackle supply issues and material shortages that are affecting the whole construction industry.
Stonewood Builders announced as finalists in four categories at the Bath Property Awards
Stonewood Builders has been announced as a finalist in four categories at the 2021 Bath Property Awards.
Stonewood group set to drive down carbon footprint with help of sustainability experts
Stonewood Group are working with a leading commercial sustainability consultancy to drive down our carbon footprint and revolutionise the way we work.
Success at FMB South West 2021 Awards for Stonewood
This year, the 2021 South West Master Builder Awards ceremony took place virtually!
Stonewood steps in to put a roof over head of charity for homeless
Homeless charity Doorway is moving into one of Chippenham’s most iconic and historic buildings thanks to the support of contractor Stonewood Builders.
Bath Property Awards 2020
Stonewood Builders and Stonewood Partnerships’ conversion of The Tannery at Holt has been voted Residential Development of the Year by judges at the Bath Property Awards.
Stonewood Given Major Safety Award by National Advisor
Stonewood is celebrating after winning a prestigious safety award and being praised for its rigorous approach to protecting workers on site. The 48-year-old Wiltshire refurbishment specialist, part of the Stonewood Group, has won the Building Safety Group’s 2020...
Stonewood partner with Laurie Canter
We are delighted to announce a new partnership with Laurie Canter, Stonewood have been following Laurie’s progress for many years. Still only 30, we are convinced his ability and dedication will be rewarded on the global stage. We’re excited to be supporting local...
Update: COVID-19
Since we closed our sites back on the 24th March, we have been carefully considering how we can best work and operate our sites so we can get back to building our distinctive new homes. With the health and safety of our employees, contractors, suppliers, clients and...
Wear a Hat Day!
On Friday 27th March, the Stonewood group took part in #WearAHatDay for Brain Tumour Research! Unfortunately we couldn't celebrate in the office like we had originally planned so we decided to take part online, asking staff, family and friends to all take part to...
Announcement: COVID-19
Following the Prime Minister’s request for stricter social distancing and after careful consideration, Stonewood Group has decided to temporarily cease activity on all 32 of its current live sites from today. We have taken this decision with the health and wellbeing...
BSG Health & Safety Awards 2019
On Wednesday November 6th, the Building Safety Group (BSG), held its 5th annual awards ceremony at the British Motor Museum in Warwick. Aaron Barton from Stonewood Builders won Site Manager of the Year. BSG Managing Director, Paul Kimpton said: “The BSG Awards...
FMB South West Master Builder Awards – The Goods Shed
Wiltshire builder scoops two top industry awards for the creation of a historic community arts centre Chippenham-based building firm Stonewood Builders Ltd has scooped two prestigious Master Builder Awards, taking the prize for best Heritage Project and best Local...
FMB South West Master Builder Awards – Apprentice
Outstanding Wiltshire apprentice heralded as best in the South West Chippenham apprentice Charlie Smith, has been named South West Region Apprentice of the Year in the Federation of Master Builders’ (FMB) 2019 South West Master Builder Awards. As part of the Master...
Stonewood Builders Charity Quiz Night!
On Friday 26th April – we held our first ever Charity Quiz Night in aid of Unlocking Voices – Using RPM a charity very close to our hearts here at Stonewood. It was a brilliant night raising money for such a worthy cause whilst picking each other’s...
Stonewood run the Bath Half!
Ben Lang, Ken Stevens, Ashleigh Bull, Kris Beasley, Ross Lye, Tom Tiley, James Foley, Jordan Greenwood & Damian Hopkins all ran the Bath Half Marathon on Sunday 17th March in aid of Dorothy House Hospice Care Dorothy House Hospice Care provide...
Stonewood Builders awarded Best of Houzz Design 2019
Stonewood group set to drive down carbon footprint with help of sustainability expertsAwarded by the community of over 40 million monthly users, annual BOH badge highlights home renovation & design professionals with Top ratings and most popular home designs....
Bath Half Marathon 2019
Team Stonewood are running the Bath Half Marathon for Dorothy House Hospice Care on Sunday 17th March 2019! With a team of ten runners, we hope to smash our fundraising target and personal bests more than ever! Dorothy House Hospice Care provide...
Bath Property Awards 2018
On Friday 23rd November, the first ever Bath Property Awards took place at the Apex Hotel in Bath. Stonewood were delighted to be shortlisted as finalists within the Contractor category back in October and had been eagerly awaiting the big day since....
BSG Awards 2018
After a break of running in 2017, Team Stonewood decided to undertake the infamous Bath Half Marathon 2018 in aid of Dorothy House Hospice Care.
Macmillan Coffee Morning Bake Off!
After a break of running in 2017, Team Stonewood decided to undertake the infamous Bath Half Marathon 2018 in aid of Dorothy House Hospice Care.
Bath Half & Tough Mudder 2018
After a break of running in 2017, Team Stonewood decided to undertake the infamous Bath Half Marathon 2018 in aid of Dorothy House Hospice Care.
Our New Website
We have recently relaunched our website at Stonewood Builders! We are very excited to showcase some of our newer projects and show you what we have been working on. We worked with the guys at Created in Bath and couldn't be happier with the...
#BestofHouzz2018
We’re delighted to have been awarded Best of Houzz for Design for the second year running!