CobbleSmith was founded in 2023 by a team of stonemasons, landscape architects, and civil-engineering specialists dedicated to preserving the craft of stone paving across the UK. Recognising a resurgence of interest in traditional materials and techniques—but a lack of authoritative, practical information—we created CobbleSmith to bridge that gap. Our mission is to equip professionals, heritage organisations, and discerning homeowners with the knowledge and tools needed to deliver high-quality, long-lasting stonework that respects both aesthetic heritage and modern performance standards.
Based in the Cotswolds with satellite studios in Edinburgh and Manchester, we draw on centuries-old masonry traditions and cutting-edge engineering research. Our founding stonemason trained under a Master Craftsman accredited by the Worshipful Company of Masons; our lead engineer holds Chartered Engineer status (CEng FICE) with expertise in pavement structural design. We collaborate with Historic England, the Scottish Tenements Heritage Trust, and leading universities (Bath, Strathclyde) to ensure our content meets the highest standards of authenticity, safety, and sustainability.
CobbleSmith’s platform is organised around three pillars: Material Mastery, Craft Techniques, and Project Performance. Under Material Mastery, we profile stone types, quarry sources, mechanical properties, and weathering characteristics—helping you match aesthetics with functional requirements. Craft Techniques covers sub-base engineering, bedding mixes, laying patterns (herringbone, fan, stretcher), jointing and pointing methods, and surface finishes. Project Performance addresses drainage design, load-bearing analysis, maintenance regimes, and environmental impact, ensuring your pavement endures UK freeze-thaw cycles and heavy traffic loads.

We also host a “CobbleLab” prototype service: upload your CAD or sketch plan and receive a 3D visualisation, material take-off, and construction sequence within 72 hours. Quarterly white papers analyse UK paving trends—permeable setts for sustainable drainage, heritage restoration best practices, and innovations in stone reinforcement—and forecast regulatory changes in British Standards (BS 7533 series). CobbleSmith is more than a guide: it’s a living community of stonework artisans and engineers safeguarding a timeless craft for future generations.