Reclaimed Handmade Bricks

Reclaimed handmade bricks are a timeless and characterful choice for restoration projects, extensions, and traditional new builds. Each brick is individually crafted using historic techniques and later salvaged from period properties, bringing with it decades—if not centuries—of natural weathering and charm.

With their soft edges, irregular shapes, and unique creasing, reclaimed handmade bricks offer an authentic look that modern alternatives can’t replicate. Available in a variety of warm tones—such as reds, oranges, and buffs—they blend beautifully with existing heritage brickwork.

Sustainable, durable, and full of history, reclaimed handmade bricks are perfect for projects that demand true architectural integrity.

A reclamation yard is a specialist supplier of salvaged building materials, architectural antiques, and reclaimed landscaping products. These yards recover high-quality items from demolished or renovated buildings—such as bricks, flagstones, roof tiles, timber, doors, and decorative stone—offering them a second life in new or restored projects.

Reclamation yards are essential for heritage restorations, conservation work, and character-driven new builds, where authentic materials are required to match existing structures. They also appeal to eco-conscious designers and builders looking to reduce environmental impact.

Whether you’re sourcing rare handmade bricks or traditional Yorkshire paving, a reclamation yard is a treasure trove of timeless, sustainable materials.

A Gault brick is a traditional type of clay brick made from Gault clay, a pale, chalky clay found primarily in the south and east of England—particularly in areas like Cambridgeshire and Suffolk.

These bricks are typically light in colour, ranging from buff and cream to pale yellow or grey, depending on the exact firing conditions and clay composition. Gault bricks are known for their smooth finish, fine texture, and uniform appearance, making them especially popular in Georgian and Victorian architecture.

They are often seen in historic towns and conservation areas, where their subtle tones complement classical façades. Today, Gault bricks remain a favoured choice for restoration work and new builds aiming to replicate elegant, period-style masonry.

Handmade bricks are a favourite choice for building projects that prioritise character, craftsmanship, and authenticity. Each brick is individually formed, resulting in natural variations in size, texture, and colour—ideal for adding depth and charm to traditional-style homes, extensions, and restoration work.

Our customers have used handmade bricks in a wide range of projects, from Georgian and Victorian home renovations to new builds in conservation areas. Their soft edges and rich tones blend beautifully with period brickwork, while also adding warmth to contemporary designs. Whether building anew or preserving the past, handmade bricks create truly timeless results.