A directory of specialist crafts people working to preserve the nation's heritage buildings.
Whether you need a blacksmith or a embroiderer, a steeplejack or a stained glass restorer, look first in our Specialist Skills Directory - you should be able to find the right person for the job. Anything from a leaking roof or stained glass that needs repairing, to new toilet facilities that need installing, to IT support and fundraising consultants.
The use of trade, firm or business names in the Specialist Skills Directory is for the information and convenience of the reader. Such use does not constitute an endorsement or approval by the National Churches Trust of any product or service to the exclusion of others that may be suitable.
City of Edinburgh
Based in Edinburgh and serving Scotland and North England, McGregor Bowes is an architectural practice with a track record of award-winning projects demonstrating the firm's commitment to securing architectural heritage and design quality, with a personal service. The firm's principal, Chris Bowes, is the cathedral architect for St. Giles' Cathedral, the High Kirk of Edinburgh.
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales
William Barsley is a classically trained woodcarver specialising in bespoke carving and restoration, working across the UK and internationally. William is passionate about preserving the skills of the past while bringing a contemporary sensibility to each project, ensuring that heritage craft continues to thrive in the modern world.
Wales
Established in 1994, GB-Sol is an independent UK company, manufacturing solar PV panels and authentic looking solar slates at our spacious factory just north of Cardiff.
Greater London
BAF Flooring Services has been proudly delivering flooring refurbishment and restoration to churches in and across London for over eight years.
Bedfordshire, Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, Cambridgeshire, City of Bristol, Devon, Dorset, England, Essex, Greater London, Hertfordshire, Kent, Oxfordshire, Somerset, Sussex, Wiltshire
Specialist in church drone surveys, 3D mapping, thermal inspections and high-quality imaging for conservation, repairs and grant applications. Trusted to deliver accurate, detailed visuals that support heritage value and informed restoration decisions.
England, Greater London
Michael Swords Studio is a London-based architectural practice specialising in conservation, restoration, and the sensitive integration of new interventions within historic buildings.
Cumbria
We are a heritage roofing company, we have worked on many historical buildings churches castle and listed buildings.
Cumbria, England, Greater Manchester, Lancashire, Merseyside, West Midlands
Mayfield Construction Group is an experienced construction firm, with a proven track record of delivering high-quality projects on time and within budget. Our team is currently renovating a number of churches and can provide references if required
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales
If you are looking to streamline your booking and invoicing processes, save time and increase turnover for the beneft of your church, visit us now for a quick demo. We already help hundreds of volunteers and churches around the UK, so find out why more and more are choosing to use us.
Berkshire, Norfolk, Somerset
Cliveden Conservation is a leading expert for the conservation of stone, terracotta, plaster, wall-paintings and the decorative arts.
Scotland
For over 55 years, Pendrich Height Services has been setting the standard in working at height solutions. From our origins as traditional steeplejacks to becoming industry innovators, we've scaled every kind of tall structure imaginable...
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales
Always dependable, always affordable – we offer a wide range of high-quality essentials for choirs and clergy alike.
