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We work as Principal or Specialist Contractors depending on the Clients’ project requirements and offer a range of services. Working in collaboration with our Clients from project conception to completion, our projects span across the Public, Private, Commercial and Ecclesiastical sectors.

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We are an Award-winning Principal & Specialist Contractors, specialising in Building Conservation, Restoration & New Build Masonry finishes, Hard Landscaping, Internal Stone Finishes and associated specialist work.

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Present on three continents, Stonewest draws on a strong local presence with a network of well-established local offices, as well as on the expertise of its head office.

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We have served the construction industry for over 70 years, crafting modern landmark buildings and restoring historic, listed buildings for future generations. As an international business, we carry out a range of projects across the world. In the UK our work is nationwide, from London to the North West and the Southern Region. We also have offices in Hong Kong, Myanmar and the Middle East.

Brookwood Memorial

Case Study

Client: The Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Architect: The Commonwealth War Graves Commission

Principal Contractor: Stonewest

Services Provided: Special Works, Principal Contracting

Project Overview

Brookwood Military Cemetery is the largest CWGC cemetery in the UK occupying approximately 37 acres. It is the burial place of over 5,000 men and women from across the Commonwealth and 800 of other nationalities. It was established as WWI drew to a close in 1917 and was further extended to accommodate the Commonwealth casualties of WW2.

Stonewest were appointed to construct a new ‘1914-1918 memorial to the missing’. The works included installation of piled foundations and ground slab, production of a central circular dedication feature and construction of six steles. New stone paving was laid, a drainage system installed and assistance with soft landscaping provided.

Key Successes

Condition surveys prior to and upon completion.
Soil investigations.
Piled foundations and reinforced slab installation.
Supply and installation of different stone types and finishes.
Quarry and factory visits to Bulgaria, Cumbria, Ireland and Hong Kong to control the quality of stone and ensure prompt and accurate delivery.
Construction of the six new steles, central planter and flamed paving.
Assisting client with soft landscaping on completion.