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Monday, April 19 , 2021
Pashley Manor in East Sussex is famous for its annual tulip festival. This is a beautiful spectacle with Forty-three thousand tulips that bloom in April/May. There are one hundred and…
Wednesday, March 31 , 2021
As restrictions start to ease and we can invite another household to our gardens under the Rule of Six, you’ll want somewhere lovely to sit and catch up. But while…
Wednesday, March 17 , 2021
It’s almost Easter and that means serious gardening time. From sowing seeds to laying patio it’s time to lick your garden into shape ready for summer. The pots, troughs and…
Wednesday, March 03 , 2021
Columns are not always an obvious choice for homes and gardens, but they can add a significant difference and are more versatile than you’d think. Columns supporting a portico or…
Monday, February 08 , 2021
Winter is the best time to evaluate, plan and potentially change your garden design, and with all the herbaceous plants dormant you can get a better view to evaluate your…
Wednesday, January 27 , 2021
With a lock down Valentine’s Day looming why not treat your loved one to something that lasts longer than a romantic dinner? Our garden ornaments can be engraved to make…
Monday, December 14 , 2020
Due to the popularity of our previous weathering projects using soot and compost, here is our guide to using yogurt! Yes, yogurt can speed up the weathering process, encouraging lichen…
Tuesday, November 10 , 2020
Christmas is not far away. With many shops closed it can be tricky for shoppers to find something special for loved ones. 2020 has been a strange year for everyone…
Tuesday, October 20 , 2020
Some of customers like our brand, spanking new stone but others like it aged. It takes time for stone to darken to a rich patina and there are many reasons…
Wednesday, September 30 , 2020
Our customers often ask if they can purchase the items on display in our show gardens, but we rarely sell them. It takes time for our handcrafted stone to develop…
Wednesday, September 09 , 2020
The weather maybe transitioning into autumn but the gardening jobs don’t stop! In fact it is a great opportunity to makes some changes to your outdoor space! Aside from…
Tuesday, August 04 , 2020
Gardens have increased in significance this year with people seeking sanctuary in their outdoor spaces. Properties with gardens are in greater demand than those without any outdoor space, adding 20-40%…
Tuesday, July 07 , 2020
Have you ever looked at the beautiful period features of a Victorian property, but wished you could combine it with a modern energy efficient home? Well, that’s now a reality…
Wednesday, June 24 , 2020
Staddle stones are a throwback to the 17th and 18th centuries and would have been commonplace throughout agricultural Britain. The name comes from the old English “stathol”, meaning base or…
Wednesday, June 03 , 2020
Over the past seven decades in business we have worked on a countless home improvements. We have worked with architects and builders on new builds and period restorations on houses…
Tuesday, May 19 , 2020
This year we can’t exhibit at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show due to the Covid-19 pandemic. We are looking forward to exhibiting in 2021! We couldn’t let Chelsea week go…
Monday, May 18 , 2020
For the first time since the Second World War the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2020 has been cancelled to save lives during the pandemic. This year’s RHS Chelsea Flower Show…
Wednesday, April 01 , 2020
Our cast stone statues and garden ornaments are built to last. Better still, they increase in desirability and value as they age and weather. Cast stone is porous and develops…
Wednesday, June 12 , 2019
Chilstone unveiled some exquisite new limited edition sculptures and garden ornaments at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show this year. We gave everyone a sneak peek at these lovely new statues and…
Tuesday, May 21 , 2019
Chilstone are proud to announce that our RHS Chelsea Flower Show Trade Stand 2019 has been awarded four gold stars. Chilstone are delighted to have been recognised once again, in…
Wednesday, May 01 , 2019
When it comes to quintessential English landscape design, many people will have heard of Capability Brown and Humphrey Repton. But, what about William Kent? Here is a brief insight into…
Monday, March 11 , 2019
It is Chilstone’s 65th year in business, which is as long as Prince Charles has been heir to the throne. In fact, he is the longest serving heir in history….
Monday, November 12 , 2018
For the first time ever we are offering a discount on our finials. Receive a 20% discount this week when you buy a pair of finials as part of our…
Wednesday, July 18 , 2018
We are regularly asked to work on a number of interesting restoration projects at Chilstone. When our local Head of Parks Helen Timms asked us to repair a damaged Art Deco…
Wednesday, June 20 , 2018
When the sun is shining and the flowers are in full bloom a garden comes to life. But, it’s the finishing touches that really transform a space from an average…
Thursday, May 24 , 2018
Gardening Community Gardeners are an amazing bunch of people. Every year we soak up the community spirit of Chelsea and enjoy the camaraderie between the other exhibitors and garden designers….
Thursday, May 17 , 2018
Just like the Queen we are commemorating 65 years this year, and what with our stand at Chelsea Flower Show being built this week too (we’re stand number PW/607, come…
Thursday, March 29 , 2018
This year we are proud to be celebrating 65 years of handmaking cast stone in Britain, with pieces commissioned and sent to clients all over the world. To celebrate this…
Monday, March 12 , 2018
With fluctuations in the housing market, the current trend is to improve your home and not move. Spending has increased for many home projects, including loft conversions, new kitchens and…
Tuesday, January 23 , 2018
Winter a great time to plan and dig your new garden design. Landscape Designers are always very busy this time of year. As trees lose their leaves, you can make…
Tuesday, November 28 , 2017
Worlds Most Photographed Planters Couple! Yesterday we were very excited to hear the announcement of the imminent Royal Wedding. We would like to congratulate HRH Prince Harry and Meghan Markle…
Wednesday, October 11 , 2017
As our friend and patron of ellenor, Charlotte Hawkins, leaves the famous Strictly Come Dancing Floor, we show our support by looking back at her support for us at Hampton…
Monday, October 02 , 2017
Autumn Sale Chilstone are offering 15% discount on selected cast stone garden ornaments (https://www.chilstone.com/garden-ornaments.html) and planters (https://www.chilstone.com/garden-ornaments/pla ..
Wednesday, September 27 , 2017
Autumn is the perfect time to plant trees. The increased rain fall helps to establish root systems. As the air temperature drops below the soil temperature, top growth stops allowing…
Wednesday, August 30 , 2017
Vintage Chilstone is back! After a successful summer, we are offering a limited number of pieces for sale. Each handcrafted cast stone garden ornament increases in value as it weathers….
Wednesday, August 23 , 2017
You’ll be surprised how much difference a few pieces of carefully planned stonework will make to your new home. Adding character and a touch of class is easy when you…
Wednesday, August 09 , 2017
Building a new home, an extension, or just adding something extra special to your existing home doesn’t have to be as expensive as you might think… Cast stone weathers to…
Sunday, August 06 , 2017
RHS Product of the Year 2017 Finalist! After the success of our RHS Chelsea show garden last year (https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows-events/rhs-chelsea-flower-show/Gardens/2016/Meningitis- ..
Tuesday, July 25 , 2017
Unique Pieces Chilstone’s cast stone garden ornaments, planters and statues increase in value with age. Some of our pieces have sold well at auction at Sotheby’s (http://www.sothebys.com/en.html).
Thursday, July 20 , 2017
Summer holidays are looming and grandparents around the country will be tasked with keeping the grandchildren busy. Open gardens and sculpture trails are the perfect solution. Children can let off…
Tuesday, July 11 , 2017
Have you heard of the herd? (http://www.herdofthehospice.co.uk/) Neither had we, until we took a call in the Chilstone office many months ago. We had a request to help with a…
Monday, June 26 , 2017
We have been so touched by all your compliments and positive responses about our 5 star award winning stand at the Chelsea Flower Show. (https://www.rhs.org.uk/shows/rhs-chelsea-flower-show/awards ..
Monday, June 19 , 2017
Five Star Team! We are absolutely thrilled to have won a whopping FIVE stars from the RHS Judges (https://www.rhs.org.uk/) for our stand! Wow! Designed by Ali Dempster (http://www.sandstonedesign ..
Wednesday, June 07 , 2017
The Chilstone Architectural (https://www.chilstone.com/architectural-stonework.html) team are excited to be back for 50th South Of England Show on stand 26B from 8th-10th June 2017 at Ardingly, Wes ..
Friday, May 26 , 2017
We were honoured that Good Morning Britain Presenter Charlotte Hawkins unveiled our Kew Fountain ..
Tuesday, May 16 , 2017
A Gardeners Dream! Our brand new Leda and the Swan (https://www.chilstone.com/garden-ornaments-statues-and-sculptures/leda-and-the-swan/#product-scroll) statue has just been unveiled at Chels ..
Monday, May 15 , 2017
So Excited! Oh yes, Chilstone are back at RHS Chelsea Flower Show 2017! As if we could stay away? Our stand 84 Hospital Way is being built and we couldn’t…
Tuesday, May 02 , 2017
This weekend we were lucky enough to listen to award winning author Piers Torday’s, talk at the Chiddingstone Literary Festival in Kent. A fantastic event, despite the unreliable British weather!…
Tuesday, March 14 , 2017
Chilstone, makers of fine cast stone are delighted to sponsor award winning Children’s author Piers Torday at this year’s Literary Festival at Chiddingstone Castle on Bank Holiday Mond ..
Tuesday, February 28 , 2017
Spring is on the Way! This winter has been particularly cold but spring will arrive soon. It’s important to plan ahead in the garden, particularly if you want to attract…
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