HARROGATE INN HOTEL, HARROGATE,
NORTH YORKSHIRE

Project Overview

The Harrogate Inn Hotel, a cherished landmark in North Yorkshire, recently underwent an extensive refurbishment. A major part of this upgrade included the construction of a new external entrance staircase, requiring a stone supply that not only matched the existing heritage building but also met modern safety and aesthetic standards.

Stone Types: Fletcher Bank and Scoutmoor

Scope of Work

We were brought in to supply high-quality stonework elements, including:

• Ashlar Walling
• Copings & Pier Caps
• Tumbled Setts
• Heads, Cills
• Hi-Vis Step Treads
• Hazard Warning Paving
• Detailed Door Jamb Sections

Using Fletcher Bank and Scoutmoor stone, our team ensured each item was crafted with meticulous attention to detail.

Challenges

The primary challenge lay in matching the new stone to the original façade, ensuring that the hotel’s heritage look was preserved while delivering new functionality. This required careful selection and finishing of the materials to blend seamlessly with the existing structure.

Solution

By using Fletcher Bank and Scoutmoor – both well-known for their compatibility with traditional Yorkshire architecture – and applying precise tooling and finishing techniques, we successfully achieved a uniform aesthetic that complemented the original building.

Results

The refurbished Harrogate Inn Hotel now boasts a newly constructed external staircase and upgraded stonework that reinforces both its historic presence and practical function. The outcome is a striking and cohesive improvement to this iconic hotel in the heart of Harrogate.

If you would like further information on this or any of our current or past projects, please call our office on 01924 416666.

LANDSCAPE GARDEN PROJECT – HORBURY

Project Overview

We were delighted to be involved in a bespoke landscape garden project at a private residential property in Horbury. The client approached us with a clear vision for a high-quality, durable, and visually striking outdoor space that would combine both functionality and aesthetic harmony.

Client Requirements

The client had two main requests for the stonework:

1. Multicoloured Yorkstone for the paving and hard landscaping – a stone with natural variation and depth of colour, providing character and richness throughout the garden.
2. A more monotone, uniform stone for the drystone walls – to contrast subtly with the paving and allow for a balanced, cohesive visual finish.

Additionally, the stone had to be hard-wearing, suitable for both foot traffic and structural use, as it would be utilised across several elements of the garden including paving, walling, steps, and copings.

Our Solution

To meet the brief, we supplied Haworth Moor Yorkstone, a multi-tonal, high-quality sandstone known for its durability and natural colour range. This material was used for:

• Paving – providing a varied yet harmonious surface for walkways and open areas.
• Walling Stone – carefully matched to maintain a consistent look with the paving.
• Steps & Copings – custom-cut in-house to exact specifications, ensuring precision and consistency across the garden.

For the drystone walling, we sourced a more monotone, uniform stone specifically selected to tie in with the client’s design goals — offering a subtle contrast to the vibrancy of the paving while complementing the overall landscape.

Results

The finished garden is a testament to the power of thoughtful material selection and expert craftsmanship. The combination of the vibrant Haworth Moor paving and the more neutral drystone walls created an elegant and timeless space that not only reflects the client’s vision but also enhances the natural beauty of the surroundings.

We are proud to have contributed to a project where quality, aesthetics, and performance all came together seamlessly.