Britannia Stone Help Architects Restore Grade II Listed Country Home

Restoring a Grade II listed country home demands exceptional attention to detail — something architects Sarah and Ben learned first-hand when tasked with renovating a historic manor house in the Yorkshire Dales. The project required all new stonework to match the original materials exactly, ensuring the building’s heritage and character were preserved. For this, they turned to Britannia Stone.

“Finding the right stone supplier was critical,” explains Sarah. “The conservation officer was very clear — any repairs or additions had to blend seamlessly with the original 18th-century masonry.”

Britannia Stone worked closely with the architects to source matching sandstone, carefully selected to replicate the colour, texture, and weathered appearance of the existing walls. They supplied bespoke pieces, including hand-carved stone heads, sills, and coping stones, ensuring the new work was indistinguishable from the original fabric of the building.

Thanks to Britannia Stone’s expertise, the team successfully repaired damaged sections of the façade, restored the crumbling boundary walls, and sensitively added a new garden room extension — all while maintaining the strict listed building consent requirements.

“The quality and authenticity of the stone were exceptional,” says Ben. “It allowed us to preserve the historical integrity of the house while making it fit for modern living.”

The restored country home now looks as if it has remained untouched for centuries, with the new stonework ageing naturally alongside the original. Energy-efficient upgrades, hidden discreetly within the historic shell, mean the home is ready for the future without compromising its past.

This project highlights how Britannia Stone plays a crucial role in helping architects and self-builders restore and extend heritage properties with sensitivity, precision, and lasting beauty.

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