A London Icon Preserved From the Past

Thursday, January 06 , 2022

Over our seven decades in business we have reproduced garden ornaments from some of Britain’s famous gardens. But some of our much loved pieces had iconic beginnings. This is the…

Transforming Modern Homes with a Portico

Tuesday, November 30 , 2021

We are well known for restoration and heritage projects, but at Chilstone we design and make many new build and contemporary projects too. Choosing the right portico can transform your…

Handcrafted Christmas

Tuesday, October 19 , 2021

Our finest cast stone is made using hand tools, the same way it has been for seven decades. It takes time to handcraft our stone. If you want to give…

The Queen’s Green Canopy

Friday, September 24 , 2021

Plant a Tree for the Jubilee! Woodland, wildflowers and a Platinum Jubilee have come together to inspire Chelsea Flower Show’s largest garden in 2021 – the eponymous RHS Queen’s Green…

The Florence Nightingale Garden

Thursday, September 23 , 2021

One of the gardens we were most looking forward to visiting at RHS Chelsea was The Florence Nightingale Garden (… Those long term Chilstone patrons among you may remember our…

Exclusive Interview with RHS Judge Manoj Malde!

Wednesday, September 22 , 2021

This exceptional September Chelsea Flower Show is breaking all the rules and expectations for it’s long awaited return. New season, new planting schemes and a new RHS Judge! We are…

Chelsea Flower Show Smaller Gardens

Tuesday, September 21 , 2021

This year there has been a real focus on smaller gardens. This reflects the ways in which people have used every available space to grow things throughout the pandemic. More…

Flower Power – All Week!

Monday, September 20 , 2021

We are back at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show 28 months after the last show! For the first time in its 108 year history the prestigious show is on in…

We are BACK at RHS Chelsea Flower Show!

Tuesday, September 14 , 2021

Are you ready for the same great show in a new season? We are! We are excited to be back at RHS Chelsea. We can’t wait to see the new…

Magnificent Lockdown Garden Projects

Tuesday, August 17 , 2021

Despite the lows of the pandemic our customers have created some really beautiful gardens while we have all been spending more time at home. From expansive vistas to chic petite…

Blooming Spectacular!

Tuesday, July 20 , 2021

We were delighted to be back at a flower show after such a long break! We were honoured to be hosted by our good friends Griffin Glasshouse at the Hampton…

A Tribute to Princess Diana

Thursday, July 01 , 2021

  We are so excited that the new statue of Princess Diana, commissioned by her sons, Prince William and Prince Harry, to commemorate what would have been her 60th birthday,…

Make Your Garden Personal

Tuesday, June 22 , 2021

Engraving has always been popular, but demand has risen significantly since March 2020.  We have had many requests from customers to create personalised pieces for special people and important birthdays…

Chilstone will be at the RHS Hampton Court Show on the Griffin Glasshouses stand

Wednesday, June 16 , 2021

Chilstone are proud to be at the RHS Hampton Court Garden Festival from 6-11 July 2021. We will feature on the stand of our friends, Griffin Glasshouses, a great company…

Planning Investments in Your Home and Garden

Wednesday, May 19 , 2021

Stone lasts a long time, so you need to plan it properly.  Your garden design, landscaping and building projects are major investments so you want to be sure that you…

Seeds for Summer

Tuesday, May 11 , 2021

Spring has been dogged with frosts, so our seed sowing is has been slow to start this year. But that hasn’t stopped us planning and shopping! Take a quick look…

A Passion For Tulips at Pashley

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…

Garden Gatherings

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…

Get Growing This Easter

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…

Quality Columns make a big difference to Homes and Gardens

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…

Use The Winter Months To Plan Your Garden Design

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…

Valentine’s Gifts for Romantic Gardeners

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…

Garden Project – Weathering Cast Stone Using Yogurt

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…

Christmas For Gorgeous Gardens

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…

Weathering Project – Soot to Age Your Stone

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…

Best Vintage

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…

Get Autumn Garden Ready

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…

Create a Garden Sanctuary

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%…

New Build Luxury With Victorian Charm

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…

Staddlestones the foundations of English gardens

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…

5 ways to upgrade the entrance to your property

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…

Virtual Chelsea – Looking back at Chilstone’s best bits at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show

Thursday, May 21 , 2020

This is the first year in a long while that we won’t be exhibiting at the RHS Chelsea Flower Show. Chelsea may be cancelled this year due to the Covid-19…

Virtual Chelsea – Interview with Chelsea Flower Show Gardener John Everiss

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…