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Based in Lewes, East Sussex, Joe Thompson of Sussex Oak and Iron has been working on traditional timber structures since the 1980s. His work has been highly commended by the Worshipful Company of Carpenters. In addition to his carpentry, Joe, a qualified building surveyor, also lectures regularly in timber frame construction at the Weald and Downland Open Air Museum in Singleton, West Sussex.
I offer the following bespoke services:

  • Survey of timber frames
  • All aspects of timber repairs
  • Dismantling and re-erection of frames

  • Design of timber frames
  • Selection and supply of timber
  • Fabrication and erection of frames
  • Traditional stairs and doors
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Email:   Write: Downland Gridshell,Weald and Downland Open Air Museum, Singleton, Chichester, West Sussex, PO18 OEU  Tel: 01243 811472