Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Trusted Demolition & Timber Specialists Since 1916
Established in 1916, Baskervilles Reclamation has built a legacy as a trusted family-run business serving Stoke-on-Trent and surrounding areas. Our expertise spans demolition contracting, timber supply, and architectural reclamation, combining traditional craftsmanship with modern sustainability practices. We specialise in salvaging and repurposing materials, offering a unique range of reclaimed items alongside new construction products. With over a century of operational history, our team maintains rigorous standards in material quality assessment and project execution. Our services cater to both trade professionals and private customers seeking cost-effective, environmentally conscious building solutions.We prioritise customer education about material properties and application suitability while maintaining transparent pricing structures. Our commitment to recycling aligns with contemporary eco-building trends while preserving historical architectural elements. The business has evolved through four generations while retaining its core values of quality assurance and customer satisfaction. Our onsite sales yard provides hands-on material selection experiences complemented by expert technical advice. Regular stock updates ensure availability of both standard construction materials and rare architectural salvage items.
Services
Demolition Services
Treated Timber Supply
Architectural Salvage
Landscaping Materials
Reclaimed Stone
Details
- Year established: 1916
Highlights and features
- Family-run business with four generations of industry experience
- Extensive stock of both new and reclaimed construction materials
- Specialists in sustainable demolition and architectural salvage
- Competitive pricing with transparent cost structures
- Expert technical advice from experienced staff
What people say
Great selection
Friendly staff
Quality products
Competitive prices
Unique items
Services
Demolition Services
Professional demolition contracting for commercial and residential properties, including selective dismantling and site clearance. Our team handles projects of all scales while prioritising material salvage and recycling. With over a century of experience, we combine traditional techniques with modern safety standards to deliver efficient demolition solutions that support sustainable construction practices.
Treated Timber Supply
Comprehensive range of pressure-treated timber products for construction and landscaping applications. We stock various sizes of structural timbers, fencing components, and decking materials that meet British safety standards. Our inventory includes both metric and imperial sizes to accommodate different project requirements while providing durability against weathering and pests.
Architectural Salvage
Specialist supplier of reclaimed building materials including vintage bricks, stone masonry, and period architectural features. Our collection features items from demolished structures, offering unique decorative elements and historically accurate restoration components. We carefully grade salvaged materials to ensure structural integrity while maintaining their aesthetic character for repurposed building projects.
Landscaping Materials
Dedicated landscaping supply section featuring sleepers, fencing components, and decorative stone elements. We provide both treated timber and reclaimed materials suitable for garden construction and exterior projects. Our product range includes traditional fencing systems, decorative paving options, and structural components for creating durable outdoor spaces with aesthetic appeal.
Antique Fireplaces
Curated collection of original and reproduction cast iron fireplaces spanning multiple historical periods. Our inventory includes complete fireplace sets with hearths, surrounds, and grate components suitable for period property restoration. We offer both functional and decorative pieces with detailed craftsmanship that reflect various architectural eras, supported by expert advice on appropriate installation methods.
People
George Baskerville
Founder
Established the business in 1916 as a demolition and steeplejack contractor, laying foundations for the family's construction industry legacy through salvaging materials from demolition sites.
Roy Chadwick
Former Managing Director
Led business expansion from 1950-2002, overseeing relocation to current premises and developing the sales yard into a comprehensive construction materials supplier while maintaining family traditions.
Graham Chadwick
Current Managing Director
Third-generation leader since 2002, responsible for modernising operations while preserving core values, managing major projects like JCB Cecilly Mills demolition and Hanley Park renovations.
Questions
What demolition services do you offer?
We provide full structural demolition, selective dismantling, and site clearance services for commercial and residential properties while prioritising material salvage and recycling.
Do you sell both new and reclaimed materials?
Yes, we offer a comprehensive range of new construction materials alongside carefully graded reclaimed building components from demolished structures.
Are your treated timber products suitable for outdoor use?
Our pressure-treated timber range meets British standards for weather resistance, making them suitable for external applications like fencing, decking, and landscaping.
Can I find period architectural features for restoration projects?
We stock various reclaimed architectural elements including fireplaces, doors, windows, and decorative stonework suitable for heritage building restoration and period property renovations.
What are your opening hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 7:30am-4:30pm, Saturday 8am-1pm, with pre-arranged appointments available for large orders or specialist enquiries.
Do you deliver materials?
While we primarily operate a collection service from our Stoke-on-Trent yard, we can arrange delivery options for large orders upon prior arrangement with our sales team.
Reviews (7)
David Stokes
Jan 13, 2022
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Great prices especially the timber moulding., but selective covid practice in force depending if your face fits.
Andrea D.
Apr 21, 2021
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Great place when you're clueless. All staff are very friendly, knowledgable and extremely helpful. Only place I'll go to. Thanks all.
Laura Robinson
Dec 30, 2020
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So pleased a bit of snow didn't stop these guys opening over the festive season as we needed the last few bricks to finish our extension. The ladies working were really helpful. We will definitely be back. Thanks 👍
Jim Kirk
Sep 07, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
Bought wood from here today, very surprised on turning up at the site as to the amount of choice of wood, ironmongery and loads of other useful items. The quality and prices are excellent and I'll be going again shortly before starting my next project.
Bought wood from here today, very surprised on turning up at the site as to the amount of choice of wood, ironmongery and loads of other useful items. The quality and prices are excellent and I'll be going again shortly before starting my next project.
Angel Cope
Aug 16, 2018
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Brilliant service Graham was so helpful polite and stopped his own job to help us.great girls and the shop was so nice ,great pieces,great prices, definitely worth a visit
Sean Donno Donnelly
Dec 07, 2016
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I never use anywhere else for my timber and fitting. Great company awesome customer service. Definitely recommended
Mark Fisher
Dec 31, 2015
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I've had a few items from here now and some I've been looking everywhere for but found them here, love the place :-) staff are really helpful too :-)
