Members of the Central Scotland Branch of the DSWA include some of the most talented wallers in the UK. Their knowledge and skill stretch back over decades and much of what our branch does would not be possible without their support.
The members found on this page all hold at least a Level 2 / Intermediate Certificate in Dry Stone Walling and carry out Dry Stone work across Central Scotland and beyond.
The DSWA also produces a register of its current professional members who hold certificates in Dry Stone Walling which can be found on their website.
Norman Haddow
Master Craftsman / Instructor
Norman Haddow is a one man business who takes on small projects locally and in many other places across the world. In addition, Norman has run many training courses for the DSWA and for other organisations. Norman specialises in dry stone work and is always looking for interesting jobs.
Address: 12 Cairns Court, Crieff, Perthshire, PH7 3SP Scotland
Phone: 01764 653874
Email: norman_haddow@hotmail.co.uk
Facebook: /wallsaroundtheworld
Gregor Smart
Level 3 / Advanced / Instructor
Gregor Smart joined the CSDSWA in 1992 and holds an Advanced Certificate. He regularly supervises members on many of the projects undertaken throughout the year.
Gregor undertakes boundary and retaining walls and garden features in natural stone.
Address: 14 Honeyberry Crescent, Rattray, Blairgowrie, PH10 7RD
Tel: 01250 871002
Email: drystonework@gmail.com
Jim Grant
Level 2 / Intermediate / Instructor
Jim Grant was a hobby waller until 12 years ago when he started to wall professionally, and will undertake all kinds of drystone walls, but not mortared walls.
Address: Leargan, Clarendon Terrace, Balbeggie, Perth, Perth & Kinross, PH2 6HF
Tel: 01821 640276
Mobile: 07740 405893
Email: jgrant3@btinternet.com
Calum Williams
Level 2 / Intermediate / Instructor
Calum has been walling since 1996 having gained an interest in stonework while working with Pathcraft building mountain footpaths.
He has been self employed since 1999 and specialises in all types of drystone work from boundary walls to stone features.
Address: 29 Hillfoot Road, Dollar, Clackmannanshire, FK14 7BD
Mobile: 07776430858
Email: cw.stonework@gmail.com
Neil Crocker
Level 2 / Intermediate / Instructor
Experienced dry stone waller. Undertakes all types of dry stone work, from dry stone garden walls and ornamental stonework features and projects, to farm/estate walls and dykes. Works throughout Angus. All other areas considered.
Address - West Cottage, Newmill of Balgavies, Forfar, Angus DD8 2SF
Mobile: 07563799135
Email: neil@angusdrystone.co.uk
Facebook: AngusDrystone
Instagram: angus_drystone
Website: www.angusdrystone.co.uk
Martin Tyler
Level 2 / Intermediate / Instructor
Martin Tyler is a full-time professional waller undertaking all aspects of Dry Stone work and Dry Stone effect walling - from repairing field walls to large scale commercial projects. He was one of the 2018/2019 DSWA bursary programme graduates. Fully insured and CSCS skilled worker accredited.
Mobile: 07813687682
Email: martin@drystonewallingperthshire.com
Facebook: @drystoneperth
Instagram: drystone_perthshire
Website: www.drystonewallingperthshire.com
A bit about qualifications
A summary of the four levels of certification is given below. Full details of the Craftsman Certification Scheme are available here.
Master Craftsman
Those that hold the Master Craftsman Certificate have a proven ability to produce quality work to a high standard in a variety of commercial conditions including the construction of a full range of features, eg steps, stiles, sheep holes, pillars, arches, etc.
Advanced / Level 3
Those that hold the Advanced Certificate have a proven ability to build set pieces of work with an emphasis on finish and quality including construction of retaining walls, curves and work on sloping ground.
Intermediate / Level 2
Those that hold the Intermediate Certificate have demonstrated their ability to construct a sound, free-standing dry stone wall which includes a cheekend.
Initial / Level 1
Those that hold the Initial Certificate have demonstrated their ability to rebuild gaps in free-standing dry stone walls. This certificate is usually obtained part way through training.
GENERAL INFORMATION
As in other trades, it is good practice to obtain several price estimates, look at previous work and if necessary, contact the Association for further information.
DSWA is frequently asked for the “going rate” per linear metre or square metre of walling. It is impossible to have a single rate across the country, as output rates are variable due to stone type, terrain, dressing required, etc. Where the highest quality walling is required, the reduced speed of work may result in a consequent increase in the per metre price.
Clients are urged to seek confirmation from wallers and dykers that they have sufficient public liability insurance for the work in hand: a minimum of £2.5m is recommended.
In cases of dispute, the Association can provide a short list of consultants who are available to inspect work.