Tuesday 18 February 2014

Garden Ideas For Spring

It really has been a wet and miserable start to the year but one thing that can keep us going is to plan what to do with the garden this Spring.
As usual at this time of year, people have begun to predict trends for 2014 and many gardening articles have already referred to the use of salvaged materials within garden design.
A reclamation yard such as Winchcombe Reclamation is a great place to look for a little inspiration and you will find numerous ideas for garden planters here.
A traditional choice would be a reclaimed stone trough. These are available in many shapes and sizes, all showing natural character and wear from years of use as animal troughs.
Alternatively, you may prefer a metal container such as these galvanised tubs. These make great planters and come with a screwcap drainage hole and carrying handles. We also stock large galvanised water troughs if you are looking for a bigger
container - these could also be used as part of a water feature. Less conventional planters such as wash tubs, sinks and chimney pots can also be found.
Of course, our stock here at Winchcombe Reclamation is ever-changing and as we approach Spring we have many unique garden items available. From Victorian cast iron planters to fountains and pool surrounds. You may find decorative iron work that can be used to trail plants over, or an original staddle stone or mill stone to create a focal point. And don't forget our extensive stock of reclaimed building materials that can be worked into the design. Maybe some edging for the herb garden, some reclaimed bricks or cobbles for a pathway or York flagstone for paved areas. The possibilities really are endless.
Take a look closer look at our website or call in to visit.
 We also have a pinterest account where you'll find some ideas.....

Monday 3 February 2014

Materials for 2014

Following the Christmas break, now is the time to get organised for any upcoming projects that you have this year. In order to meet our customers needs, we have been increasing our stocks of reclaimed materials recently and can now offer large quantities of high quality building materials - many of which are already cleaned, processed, measured and palletised ready to go.
Current stock includes:

*  Over 300 M sq of top grade reclaimed external York flags. These are measured and palletised with measure sheets available upon request. A further 200 Msq of large Cathedral grade flags is also due into the yard this week.
*  Over 400 tonnes of reclaimed Cotswold building stone from recent demolition works, the majority of which is currently being cropped ready for re-use. A large quantity of suitable quoins included. We also have at least 200 tonnes of walling stone ready to go.
*  A vast amount of reclaimed cotswold stone tiles, both Stonesfield slates and Tetbury tile, along with stone ridge.
*  A number of reclaimed options for internal flooring from Blue lias and Limestone flags to original oak, pine and elm floorboards.

Feel free to call in and take a closer look or contact us with your requirements.