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Classic Masonry Ltd

Active, accounts up to date·subcontractor & main contractor·Head office Tyne And Wear

About from company website

Classic Masonry is a leading specialist in stonemasonry and architectural precast concrete in Northern England, boasting over thirty years of experience across all sectors of the construction industry. The company offers a comprehensive suite of services, including design development, stone sourcing and selection, cutting, profiling, carving, fabrication, new build masonry construction, and restoration and conservation work. They are committed to exceptional customer service, standards, and quality workmanship, working with prominent Principal Contractors, Architects, and Clients.

Established in 1991, Classic Masonry has built an enviable record based on reputation and experience, with a skilled, directly employed workforce. The company takes pride in its work on many of Northern England's most iconic landmarks and structures. They have a strong commitment to heritage projects, employing conservation-led approaches to retain original fabric and carefully match materials.

Their expertise extends to challenging environments, including marine and coastal restoration, as demonstrated by their work on the North and South Shields Pier Repair project.

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Project experience from company website

North and South Shields Pier Repair

North and South Shields

Successful restoration of iconic Grade II-listed maritime structures while strengthening their resilience against future storm events. Delivered within a live operational port and harsh marine environment, demanding specialist expertise in coastal masonry conservation, heritage restoration, and structural stonework reconstruction. Works were undertaken under challenging tidal and weather conditions while maintaining port operations, public safety, and close coordination with heritage architects, local authorities and multiple stakeholders across two active piers.

Client · Port of Tyne

Keelmen's Hospital Restoration

Newcastle

Restoration of the external brickwork and chimneys at the Grade II listed Keelmen's Hospital, part of a major regeneration scheme to bring one of the city's most historically significant buildings back into use. Specialist heritage masonry package, with works carried out using a conservation-led approach, ensuring that as much of the original fabric is retained as possible, with new and reclaimed materials carefully matched to the historic character of the structure.

Client · Brims Construction Limited

16 Barrington Street, South Shields

South Shields

Works to the grade II listed 16 Barrington Street, as part of a major regeneration project. The building, built in 1882, was originally the headquarters of the South Shields Poor Law Union. Classic Masonry was appointed to protect and enhance the façade of the building.

Client · Castle

Cosin's Almshouses and the Pemberton Building

Palace Green, Durham

Repair and conservation of the stone façades at Cosin's Almshouses and the Pemberton Building, a project with great historical significance to the region and a world heritage site. The work involved preserving Durham's history stone by stone.

Client · VEST Construction (LIVECO Ltd)

St Hilda's Church, Hartlepool

Hartlepool

A multi-trade principal contractor role for St Hilda's Church, one of several ecclesiastical projects completed. The project involved restoring and protecting the church's history and heritage.

Christ Church, Shieldfield and St Andrew's Church

Newcastle

Ecclesiastical projects undertaken at Christ Church, Shieldfield and St Andrew's Church, both Newcastle. Each project had different requirements and involved restoring and protecting their history and heritage.

Hylton Castle, Sunderland

Sunderland

Conservation & Regeneration project at Hylton Castle.

Baltic Arts Centre

Work involving slate at the Baltic Arts Centre.

Holy Trinity Church, Seaton Carew

Seaton Carew

Conservation work at Holy Trinity Church.

Easington St Mary

Craftsmanship work at Easington St Mary.

Tees Barrage

Landscaping work at Tees Barrage.

Sandgate Steps, Newcastle

Newcastle

Work on Sandgate Steps.

Clients mentioned from company website

Castle, Brims Construction Limited, Southbay Civil Engineering Ltd, Port of Tyne, Total Project Integration, Purcell, VEST Construction (LIVECO Ltd), Wates Group, Sir Robert McAlpine.

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Questions about Classic Masonry Ltd from the record on this page

What does Classic Masonry Ltd do?

Northern England's leading specialists in stonemasonry and architectural precast concrete, with over 30 years of experience in all construction sectors. Their listed services include Stonemasonry, Concrete works, Restoration & heritage and Civil engineering.

Where is Classic Masonry Ltd based?

Classic Masonry Ltd is registered at Sandgate Hall, 36 Albion Road, North Shields, Tyne And Wear, NE30 2RQ, in North East.

What areas does Classic Masonry Ltd cover?

Classic Masonry Ltd states that it works across Northern England.

How many people work at Classic Masonry Ltd?

Accounts filed for the year to 2023 report 36 employees, which places the company in the 10-49 employees band.

What is Classic Masonry Ltd's turnover?

Classic Masonry Ltd does not disclose turnover: UK small-company accounts are not required to. Based on trade debtors in its filed accounts, turnover is likely to fall between £910k and £2.4m. This is an estimate, not a filed figure.

Is Classic Masonry Ltd still trading?

Companies House lists Classic Masonry Ltd as active, with accounts most recently made up to 2025-03-31.

What sectors does Classic Masonry Ltd work in?

Classic Masonry Ltd works in Public, Education, Commercial, Infrastructure and Residential.

When was Classic Masonry Ltd established?

Classic Masonry Ltd was incorporated on 1991-02-13.

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